Watch: Why are so many young people heading to Rome? Final preparations are under way in Rome as hundreds of thousands of young Catholics from around the world will attend the Youth Jubilee. News Lens • 28 Jul
Watch: Why are so many young people heading to Rome? Final preparations are under way in Rome as hundreds of thousands of young Catholics from around the world will attend the Youth Jubilee. News Lens • 28 Jul
At least 45 injured in Rome petrol station explosion At least 45 people have been injured in a huge explosion at a petrol station in Rome, according to Italian authorities. Europe • 04 Jul
At least 45 injured in Rome petrol station explosion At least 45 people have been injured in a huge explosion at a petrol station in Rome, according to Italian authorities. Europe • 04 Jul
Irish Franciscans to celebrate 400 years in Rome Within a stone's throw of the tourist-trodden Trevi Fountain you'll find an oasis of calm in the heart of Rome - an old and impressive building, steeped in Irish history and a rich tradition of learning. Ireland • 01 Mar
Irish Franciscans to celebrate 400 years in Rome Within a stone's throw of the tourist-trodden Trevi Fountain you'll find an oasis of calm in the heart of Rome - an old and impressive building, steeped in Irish history and a rich tradition of learning. Ireland • 01 Mar
Ryanair curbs investment in Rome due to rising costs Ryanair said today it would remove an aircraft from Rome Fiumicino and curb expansion at the Italian capital's second airport due to rising costs and flight restrictions, as the city braces for an influx of additional tourists in a Jubilee year. Business • 22 Jan
Ryanair curbs investment in Rome due to rising costs Ryanair said today it would remove an aircraft from Rome Fiumicino and curb expansion at the Italian capital's second airport due to rising costs and flight restrictions, as the city braces for an influx of additional tourists in a Jubilee year. Business • 22 Jan
Pope Francis appeals for courage to better the world Pope Francis has said the story of Jesus' birth as a poor carpenter's son should instil hope that all people can make an impact on the world, as the pontiff led the world's Roman Catholics into Christmas. World • 25 Dec 24
Pope Francis appeals for courage to better the world Pope Francis has said the story of Jesus' birth as a poor carpenter's son should instil hope that all people can make an impact on the world, as the pontiff led the world's Roman Catholics into Christmas. World • 25 Dec 24
Remains of possible ancient papal palace found in Rome The remains of what appears to be a medieval palace where popes lived before they made the Vatican their home have been excavated in Rome. News Lens • 17 Jul 24
Remains of possible ancient papal palace found in Rome The remains of what appears to be a medieval palace where popes lived before they made the Vatican their home have been excavated in Rome. News Lens • 17 Jul 24
Water returns to Rome's Baths of Caracalla The Baths of Caracalla, one of Rome's most spectacular sites, unveiled a special pool that reflects the majestic ruins, in an interplay of the contemporary and ancient. World • 04 Apr 24
Water returns to Rome's Baths of Caracalla The Baths of Caracalla, one of Rome's most spectacular sites, unveiled a special pool that reflects the majestic ruins, in an interplay of the contemporary and ancient. World • 04 Apr 24
Pope Francis pulls out of Easter event at last minute Pope Francis has pulled out of the Way of the Cross ceremony at the last minute, with the Vatican saying he wanted to "preserve his health" ahead of other Easter events this weekend. World • 29 Mar 24
Pope Francis pulls out of Easter event at last minute Pope Francis has pulled out of the Way of the Cross ceremony at the last minute, with the Vatican saying he wanted to "preserve his health" ahead of other Easter events this weekend. World • 29 Mar 24
Ryanair sees scope to expand further in Italy Ryanair is looking to build on its market-leading position in Italy if more airport slots become available as a result of ITA Airways teaming up with Lufthansa, the airline's CEO Michael O'Leary said today. Business • 23 Jan 24
Ryanair sees scope to expand further in Italy Ryanair is looking to build on its market-leading position in Italy if more airport slots become available as a result of ITA Airways teaming up with Lufthansa, the airline's CEO Michael O'Leary said today. Business • 23 Jan 24
Rome moves to clear rats out of Colosseum area Rome's city government has said that it is taking action to tackle an infestation of rats around the Colosseum after tourists posted photos on social media of the rodents roaming in areas close to the ancient amphitheatre. World • 27 Aug 23
Rome moves to clear rats out of Colosseum area Rome's city government has said that it is taking action to tackle an infestation of rats around the Colosseum after tourists posted photos on social media of the rodents roaming in areas close to the ancient amphitheatre. World • 27 Aug 23
Uncle investigated in missing Vatican teen case: report Prosecutors in Rome investigating the disappearance of a teenager 40 years ago are looking afresh at the possible involvement of her uncle following information supplied by the Vatican, Italian media reported. World • 11 Jul 23
Uncle investigated in missing Vatican teen case: report Prosecutors in Rome investigating the disappearance of a teenager 40 years ago are looking afresh at the possible involvement of her uncle following information supplied by the Vatican, Italian media reported. World • 11 Jul 23
Pope Francis awake and joking after hernia operation Pope Francis is recovering from a three-hour abdominal operation in a Rome hospital that had no complications, according to a Vatican statement. World • 07 Jun 23
Pope Francis awake and joking after hernia operation Pope Francis is recovering from a three-hour abdominal operation in a Rome hospital that had no complications, according to a Vatican statement. World • 07 Jun 23
Vatican preparations for Benedict funeral under way The Vatican is currently preparing for a week that will culminate in the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict presided over by Pope Francis. News • 01 Jan 23
Vatican preparations for Benedict funeral under way The Vatican is currently preparing for a week that will culminate in the funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict presided over by Pope Francis. News • 01 Jan 23
Biden offers France mea culpa over submarine row US President Joe Biden has admitted to "clumsy" dealings with France following a bitter row over a submarine deal, at the start of a European trip designed to show off US leadership - and mend some fences. World • 30 Oct 21
Biden offers France mea culpa over submarine row US President Joe Biden has admitted to "clumsy" dealings with France following a bitter row over a submarine deal, at the start of a European trip designed to show off US leadership - and mend some fences. World • 30 Oct 21
Climate, Covid recovery on agenda for G20 summit The leaders of the world's major economies gather in Rome this weekend for the first in-person G20 summit since the pandemic began, with Covid-19, economic recovery and climate change topping a packed agenda. World • 28 Oct 21
Climate, Covid recovery on agenda for G20 summit The leaders of the world's major economies gather in Rome this weekend for the first in-person G20 summit since the pandemic began, with Covid-19, economic recovery and climate change topping a packed agenda. World • 28 Oct 21
Mussolini's granddaughter tops polls for Rome council Rachele Mussolini, the granddaughter of fascist dictator Benito Mussolini, has emerged as the most popular candidate in Rome city hall elections, near-final results showed. World • 06 Oct 21
Mussolini's granddaughter tops polls for Rome council Rachele Mussolini, the granddaughter of fascist dictator Benito Mussolini, has emerged as the most popular candidate in Rome city hall elections, near-final results showed. World • 06 Oct 21
G20 leaders pledge Covid-19 vaccines for poorer nations Coronavirus vaccine producers promised billions of doses for poor countries at a G20 health summit today, where leaders vowed to expand access to jabs as the only way to end the pandemic. Coronavirus • 21 May 21
G20 leaders pledge Covid-19 vaccines for poorer nations Coronavirus vaccine producers promised billions of doses for poor countries at a G20 health summit today, where leaders vowed to expand access to jabs as the only way to end the pandemic. Coronavirus • 21 May 21
Airport staff use 'smart helmets' to scan temperatures Staff at Italy's busiest airport are using augmented reality helmets to scan passenger temperatures. News Lens • 07 May 20
Airport staff use 'smart helmets' to scan temperatures Staff at Italy's busiest airport are using augmented reality helmets to scan passenger temperatures. News Lens • 07 May 20
Amazon statues stolen from Rome church, dumped in river Ultra-conservative Catholic militants have admitted they stole statues they consider to be Amazon pagan idols from a church near the Vatican today and dumped them from a bridge into the Tiber River in Rome. Europe • 21 Oct 19
Amazon statues stolen from Rome church, dumped in river Ultra-conservative Catholic militants have admitted they stole statues they consider to be Amazon pagan idols from a church near the Vatican today and dumped them from a bridge into the Tiber River in Rome. Europe • 21 Oct 19
Thieves steal goods worth €50k in hours at Rome airport Italian authorities have busted a gang of 12 'professional thieves' after they targeted travellers at Rome's Fiumicino Airport. News Lens • 08 Oct 19
Thieves steal goods worth €50k in hours at Rome airport Italian authorities have busted a gang of 12 'professional thieves' after they targeted travellers at Rome's Fiumicino Airport. News Lens • 08 Oct 19
Plastic recycling adding up to free travel in Rome Rome is trying to get people moving on recycling – by offering credit towards public transport tickets in exchange for waste plastic bottles. News Lens • 04 Oct 19
Plastic recycling adding up to free travel in Rome Rome is trying to get people moving on recycling – by offering credit towards public transport tickets in exchange for waste plastic bottles. News Lens • 04 Oct 19
A step too far? Rome cracks down on sitting tourists Tourists to the Eternal City will no longer be able to catch their breath on the Spanish Steps, with Roman officials banning people from sitting on the famous monument. News Lens • 07 Aug 19
A step too far? Rome cracks down on sitting tourists Tourists to the Eternal City will no longer be able to catch their breath on the Spanish Steps, with Roman officials banning people from sitting on the famous monument. News Lens • 07 Aug 19
Pope's charity aide restores power at homeless shelter A cardinal who carries out acts of charity in the name of the Pope has restored electricity to a building occupied by 150 families after they were cut off, Italian media has reported. Europe • 13 May 19
Pope's charity aide restores power at homeless shelter A cardinal who carries out acts of charity in the name of the Pope has restored electricity to a building occupied by 150 families after they were cut off, Italian media has reported. Europe • 13 May 19
Rome city and church in row over Trevi Fountain coins A row has broken out between the mayor of Rome and the Roman Catholic Church over what should happen to coins retrieved from the Trevi Fountain. World • 14 Jan 19
Rome city and church in row over Trevi Fountain coins A row has broken out between the mayor of Rome and the Roman Catholic Church over what should happen to coins retrieved from the Trevi Fountain. World • 14 Jan 19
Human remains could solve Vatican mysteries Human remains have been discovered at a Rome property owned by the Vatican, the Holy See said, in a potential breakthrough for police investigating one of Italy's darkest mysteries. Europe • 31 Oct 18
Human remains could solve Vatican mysteries Human remains have been discovered at a Rome property owned by the Vatican, the Holy See said, in a potential breakthrough for police investigating one of Italy's darkest mysteries. Europe • 31 Oct 18
