Ravello Festival 2025: A Symphony of Stars Under the Amalfi Sky
The 73rd edition of the Ravello Festival, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Amalfi Coast, promises to be a celebration of musical excellence from July 6 to August 25, 2025. This year's lineup features an array of world-renowned orchestras and soloists, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, and the Filarmonica della Scala. Under the...
Maggio dei Monumenti 2025: A Tribute to Fire and David Lynch
Naples is set to captivate locals and visitors alike with the 31st edition of Maggio dei Monumenti, a historic festival promoted and funded by the City of Naples. Running from May 2nd to June 1st, this year's theme revolves around fire, inspired by Matilde Serao's expression, 'Naples, burning heart, enlightened mind.' The festival aims to celebrate the city's identity, its capacity for...
Tony Effe and Francesco Totti Tease Summer Concert at Circo Massimo in Viral Video
Tony Effe, the rapper who faced exclusion from Rome's New Year's Eve concert due to controversies over his song lyrics, is set to make a grand return to the city's iconic Circo Massimo on July 6. The announcement came through a humorous Instagram video featuring none other than Francesco Totti, the legendary former captain of AS Roma. The video, which quickly went viral, shows the duo...
Alexander Payne to Chair Venice Film Festival Jury in 2025
The Venice Film Festival has announced that Alexander Payne, the acclaimed American director, will serve as the president of the international jury for its 82nd edition, set to take place from August 27 to September 6, 2025. Payne, known for his sharp wit and poignant storytelling, follows in the footsteps of recent jury presidents such as Isabelle Huppert and Damien Chazelle, marking a...
Joy Amidst Sorrow: The Dual Legacy of Pope Francis and Carlo Acutis
In an unexpected confluence of events, thousands of young Catholics found themselves in Rome, not just to witness the canonization of Carlo Acutis, a beacon of faith for the youth, but also to bid farewell to Pope Francis. The atmosphere in St. Peter's Square was one of reverence mixed with a palpable sense of joy, a testament to the lives of both figures who inspired countless individuals...
Anticipation Builds for Gianmarco Steri's Final Decision on 'Uomini e Donne'
The long-running Italian dating show 'Uomini e Donne' is once again at the center of viewer attention as Gianmarco Steri, the current 'tronista' or bachelor, approaches his final decision. With the season nearing its end, Steri is expected to choose between two contestants, Nadia Di Diodato and Cristina Ferrara, in a highly anticipated episode. The show, known for its dramatic twists and...
'The Brady Bunch' Star Recalls Childhood On-Set Injury That Almost Cost Her Life
Susan Olsen, best known for her role as Cindy Brady on the iconic 1970s television show 'The Brady Bunch,' recently shared a harrowing account of a near-fatal accident that occurred during the filming of the show's pilot episode. During an episode of The Real Brady Bros podcast, Olsen, now 63, recounted the incident to her former co-stars Barry Williams, Christopher Knight, and Mike...