Seeking “trendy new places” that are genuinely good in the Eternal City is usually as futile as searching for Andy Warhols at the Vatican Museum—and yet.

Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, erupted early on Monday morning, sending plumes of ash and smoke into the air above Sicily.

Breaking News: Mount Etna erupts in Sicily

Italy’s most active volcano, Mount Etna, has started erupting—spewing lava and ash high into the sky.

The newly elected Pope Leo XIV’s progressive views on immigration, environmentalism, and LGBTQ+ rights are already challenging Italy’s conservative Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

Lewis Hamilton’s arrival in Italian racing at Imola faced a tumultuous 24 hours, marked by disappointment in qualifying followed by an impressive fourth-place finish in the race.

Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass attracted tens of thousands, where he connected with the faithful from around the world, blessing babies and emphasising joy and unity.