I’ve been collecting interesting short news items that caught my attention for their uniqueness, oddity or humor.

For many Filipinos, Europe is the ultimate dream destination – a place of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and cultural ...

Effortlessly elegant, with grand architecture, wide boulevards, and that unmistakable “classic Europe” vibe, Milan is one of ...

The world’s most popular cities may be inundated with tourists, but you don’t have to become part of the crowd – just switch ...

The Vatican is battling conspiracy theories claiming Pope Francis is dead, despite regular health updates and his gradual ...

The church has broken from its long tradition of secrecy and obfuscation on matters relating to the health of popes by ...

What a difference in the way we view this Ireland side compared to just a fortnight ago. At the halfway point of the tournament, a Grand Slam felt realistic and Andy Farrell’s touring party for ...

More crowds than usual are expected this year in the Eternal City. We explain what the Jubilee is, how to navigate the crowds, and what to see and do while there. Pope Francis opened Saint Peter's ...

In Lafayette, Macy’s is closing its longtime anchor store in the Mall of Acadiana as the department store chain continues to downsize across the country. In Metairie, discount outlet Big Lots is ...

Protesters attending the demonstration and participating in the minute of noise against violence on women following the femicide of Giulia Cecchettin in Piazza Castello (Picture: NurPhoto via ...