Rome

Italy discovers basilica design by ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, 'father of architecture'

"It is a sensational finding ... something that our grandchildren will be talking about," Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli told a press conference.

 Italian Minister of Culture Alessandro Giuli attends an Italy-Albania Intergovernmental Summit at Villa Doria Pamphili on November 13, 2025 in Rome, Italy.
Yaron Minkowski’s fashion show on an Israir plane.

The runway at takeoff: An Israeli fashion show surprised passengers at 30,000 feet

eople look at the artifacts found during the construction of the new metro line at the Colosseum metro station which promise to dazzle locals and tourists with museum-like displays of archaeological discoveries, in Rome, Italy December 16, 2025.

New Rome metro stations showcase ancient treasures after years of delays

A worker uses a laser to clean a section of the Column of Marcus Aurelius during restoration work, in Rome, Italy, December 18, 2025.

High-tech cleaning brings back brutal detail of Rome’s Danube wars


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.

Neolithic boats that traversed the Mediterranean 7,000 years ago excavated near Rome

Excavations of canoes at the Neolithic lakeshore village of La Marmotta, near Rome, Italy provided new insights into the history of seafaring technology.

 Excavators unearth 7,000 year old boats near Rome.

Asteroid the size of 16.5 John Cenas to pass Earth on Friday, March 15 - NASA

Asteroid 2024 EK3, around the size of three and a half adult female American bison (aka buffalo), and 2020 FU, the size of 16.5 John Cenas will pass Earth on the day Julius Caesar was killed.

 John Cena asteroid illustration

Italian police arrest three Palestinians on terrorism charges

The three men living in l'Aquila, about 120 km (75 miles)northeast of Rome, had set up a cell linked to the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades, a police statement said.

 Police officers stand guard next to the Winter Olympics Village construction site, during a demonstration against Milan Cortina Winter Olympics 2026, in Milan, Italy, February 10, 2024.

Isrotel launches global hotel brand with 70 million euros investment

The new brand is called "Aluma" and is a partnership with the Dayan family. In the first phase, Isrotel will launch three hotels in Athens, and later expand to other destinations in Greece and Rome.


Precise Network Unveils Newly Renovated Hotel in Rome

Precise Network Invests 25 Million Shekels in a Roma Hotel. Ron Ben Haim, Chairman and Owner of the Network: "Excited to Launch a Hotel in one of the Most Beautiful Cities in the World."


After extensive renovation: Precise network launches hotel in Rome

Precise network invests 25 million shekels in Precise House Mantegna Roma hotel. Ron Ben Haim, Chairman and owner: "Excited to launch a hotel in a beautiful city."