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Sure, you know Germany has pretzels and France has baguettes; but do you know how these carby delights came to be? Learn the history of bread from ... (2020)
The mayor called for a state of emergency and the closing of all schools after the Italian city was submerged under “acqua alta,” an exceptionally ... (2019)
DURING the worst days of the euro-zone debt crisis, the fear was that bond-market turmoil in places such as Greece and Spain would spread to Italy.... (2018)
"science, technology, and infrastructure have provided the foundation upon which the art of modern winemaking relies. This includes greater underst... (2018)
MANY Europeans wishing to build a house, see a dentist or buy a baguette this month will have been disappointed. A surprising number of businesses ... (2018)
THE 2015 World's Fair, held in Milan, was an unexpected success. It showcased a sleek, self-confident city, all trendy architecture and eco-friendl... (2017)
EMA ZELIKOVITCH, a 24-year-old philosophy graduate in Madrid, takes a deep breath before listing the jobs she has held over the past few years. Whi... (2017)
THE Gonella Hut, more than 3,000 metres up on the Italian side of Monte Bianco, should be bustling with climbers in August. Instead, it is empty. D... (2017)
One of the most popular soccer clubs in the world is launching a crypto token that it says will boost fan numbers by allowing them to "be heard." (2018)
If you had been in Pompeii in 79 AD, you might have tried to hunker down or escape by sea. This would be a mistake. But there is a way to safety. (2020)
Read this before taking a ski trip to Europe. Find all the best Italian ski resorts and discover your perfect winter vacation match. (2019)
Global warming is blamed as a huge section of glacier on the Italian side looks set to break away. (2019)
Welcome to Liguria, the birthplace of pesto. "Liguria is Italy’s most famous basil-growing region. The herb is lifeblood here. It floods the sta... (2019)
Investigating Europe’s illegal truffle trade, where Tunisian truffles are often sold as expensive versions from Piedmont (2019)
In a country as often visited as Italy, there are bound to be some tourist traps – as well some hidden gems that get past the guidebooks. American ... (2018)
The dollar is at historical highs against the euro and the pound. It's time to go bargain-hunting in the best cheap cities in Europe. (2017)
There's a standoff emerging between the European Union and the new Italian government, one which will ultimately answer the question whether Italy ... (2018)
A new project untangles the handwritten texts in one of the world’s largest historical collections. (2018)
Learn about business etiquette in Italy by understanding their values on punctuality, business dress code, gift giving, bribery and corruption as w... (2018)
Here is my complete how to guide on backpacking around Europe! I go over transportation options, how to find accommodation, budget travel tips to m... (2024)
We’re talking about the top 15 tourist mistakes to avoid when you visit Rome, the capital of Italy!——00:00 Don't make these mistakes!00:47 Mistake ... (2023)
Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Rick Steves shares the essential skills for smart European travel: itinerary planning, packing light, getting ca... (2023)
Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Travel guidebook author Rick Steves describes Italy's top stops — the Cinque Terre, Milan, Venice, Florence, Tus... (2023)
This digital twin is turning an area of Milan into Italy's new tech capital. (2023)
Listen to this episode from Lex Fridman Podcast on Spotify. Gregory Aldrete is a historian specializing in ancient Rome and military history.Thank ... (2024)