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Wizz Air flight to Tel Aviv delayed after passenger asks to leave prior to takeoff

Footage posted on social media showed Israeli passengers standing inside the aircraft as police officers climbed the stairs toward the entrance.

A Wizz Air flight takes off from Ben-Gurion Airport. July 22, 2019; illustrative.
Migrants wait in line to receive food and beverage from the Red Cross, following mass crossings of migrants on foot and by sea from Morocco into Spanish territory, in Ceuta, Spain, August 3, 2026.

Spain to establish border controls on travelers from Italy amid migration dispute

Representations of the Israeli and Lebanese flags at a memorial near the Israel-Lebanon border, after Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement following US-mediated talks, as the town of Metula, Israel, appears in the distance, June 27, 2026; illustrative.

Peace with Lebanon cannot come until Hezbollah is disarmed, diplomatically or otherwise - editorial

A worker cleans a mosaic floor uncovered during archaeological excavations at Villa Celimontana in Rome, Italy, in this handout image taken on July 30, 2026 and released on August 5, 2026.

Second-century building found near Colosseum may have been ancient Rome's firefighter barracks


Parashat Toldot: The struggle between Rome and Jerusalem

This tension between the heroes of Rome and the sages of Jerusalem will not last forever. The prophet Obadiah prophesied the resolution of this struggle.

 ‘Rebecca at the Well.’ Photograph of 19th-century  French painting by Jean Baptiste Camille Corot.

Ancient artifacts found during Greek subway construction

The construction project in Thessaloniki, Greece, began in 2003 and has led to thousands of archeological finds ranging from Roman-era roads to Greek mosaics. 

Temple of Hera II at Paestum (sometimes called the Temple of Neptune)

"Looks like a public pool": Tourists on Trevi fountain's replacement

The famous fountain in Rome is undergoing renovations costing €300,000, and tourists have to make do with an improvised wooden pool. Coming soon: A 30-minute visit limit and a €2 entry fee.

 The improvised pool at the Trevi Fountain in Rome

Airbnb’s Colosseum Gladiator Experience draws outrage

The event is part of the promotion for Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II', but locals fear it trivializes the monument's heritage.

 Airbnb: Fight like a gladiator in the colosseum.

Rome gears up for 2025 Jubilee with major renovations and record tourist influx

Visiting Rome nowadays is like entering a huge construction site. “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” but the Eternal City doesn’t have the time anymore, as only a few weeks remain. 

 ELEGANT AND chic atmosphere in the reception area of the Leonardo Boutique Hotel Rome Termini.

A glimpse into the past: Researchers analyze Pompeii DNA - study

“The scientific data we provide do not always align with common assumptions,” said study co-author and professor David Reich.

 The archaeological site of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii is seen, 2020.

Israeli embassy in Rome honors victims of October 7 with ceremony

Two days after violent protests in Rome, Italian officials and Jewish leaders gathered to show solidarity with Israel and commemorate the tragic events.

The event at the Great Synagogue in Rome was attended by a range of ministers, politicians, military officials, business leaders, and cultural figures.

Aluma Chain acquires Savoy Hotel in Rome for €68 million

Isrotel group's Aluma chain ventures into Rome with €68 million acquisition of Savoy Hotel, a historic preservation building on Via Vento Street, featuring 130 rooms and rooftop bar.

 Savoy Hotel, Rome

'A World Apart' showcases Italian small-town charm with a heartfelt story of resilience - opinion

'A World Apart' tells the heartwarming story of a Roman teacher revitalized by a tiny Italian village’s fight to keep its school open, resonating with today’s challenges.

 A SCENE from ‘A World Apart.’

Dining hall with Trojan War decorations uncovered in Pompeii

The site has seen a burst of archaeological activity aimed at halting years of decay and neglect, largely thanks to a 105-million-euro ($112 million) European Union-funded project.

 The archaeological site of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii is seen, 2020.