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Pope says claims of genocide in Gaza should be investigated
In a new book, Pope Francis called for an investigation into whether Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza constitutes a genocide, sparking intense debate about the war — and also raising questions about the tangible impact that papal statements have on Catholics and global politics.
Albania has greenlit a Trump-connected resort that could endanger bird and turtle species
Bird species that live in a wetland area in Albania are under threat by two luxury real estate projects — worth an estimated $1.5 billion Cdn — proposed by Ivanka Trump, daughter of U.S. president-elect candidate Donald Trump, and her husband, Jared Kushner.
Economic hope or human rights headache? Italy's migrant camp in Albania sparks debate
Albania, which sits across the Adriatic Sea from Italy, was until the early 1990s one of the most isolated communist regimes in the world. But a new migrant camp in the country, under Italian jurisdiction, represents the first time a European Union country has located the processing of asylum claims offshore.
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Just call her Giorgia: Italian PM Meloni's transformation from the margins to power broker
As Italians join citizens from 26 other countries to elect a new European parliament, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is displaying the same political acumen and patience that saw her rise from the margins to centre stage in Italy, and transformed her into a power broker in the European Union.
Canada's entry at Venice Biennale shows how glass beads shaped the modern world
Raised in Hamilton, Kapwani Kiwanga is representing Canada at this year's Venice Biennale with a show that explores, glass bead by glass bead, the global power imbalances that resulted from centuries of trade.
Wounded Gazans are receiving care in Italy, but their future in the country is uncertain
Italy has co-ordinated the evacuation of 156 Palestinians from Gaza. But both those who've made it out of the war zone and the NGOs trying to help them say last-minute planning has led to confusion and isolation for evacuees anxious about losing their Palestinian nationality and becoming permanent refugees.
From bear chops to borscht, how menus helped shape world politics
The "A World of Menus" exhibit that opened last week in Rome at the Garum Library and Museum of Cuisine lays out some 400 historic menus. They offer a glimpse into defining moments of diplomatic aspirations, displays of wealth and power, creative acts of defiance and calm before catastrophe.
Is Italy ready for cricket-powder pizza?
Italy greenlit the sale of insect products late last year, but included strict regulations on supermarket placement and labelling. One chef is already using cricket powder in his pizza.
New exhibit unearths how the poorest people lived in ancient Pompeii
The Archaeological Park of Pompeii has a new exhibit that takes an inclusive look at the ancient story. It also has taken new measures to ensure the present-day experience at the site also respects inclusivity.
Pineapple pizza is dividing Naples, the birthplace of pizza
For years, pineapple on pizza topped the list of the worst food crimes one could commit in Naples, Italy, where pizza was born. That is, until one brave Neapolitan pizzaiolo decided to introduce his own version, triggering a heated national debate.