Archaeologists in Italy discovered a 2,000-year-old basilica linked to Vitruvius, the legendary Roman engineer and architect who wrote De Architectura.

Roman Catholic faithful began visiting the tomb of Pope Francis on Sunday, filing past the simple white tomb in St. Mary Major Basilica a day after he was bade farewell by the powerful of the world ...

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis says he wants to be buried in the Rome basilica of St. Mary Major, not in the grottoes of the Vatican like other popes, so he can be near his favorite icon of the Madonna.

Global fashion celebrities have joined the public in Rome to say a final goodbye to iconic designer Valentino.

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

A recently restored church fresco in central Rome is drawing unusual attention, with observers noting that one of its angels bears a striking resemblance to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The ...

Ever seen the world’s smallest country from the sky? Right now, you’re floating above Vatican City. Just 44 hectares big, but packed with history, faith, and unforgettable views. Look at those clouds.

In an insane discovery, archaeologists in central Italy have unearthed what may be the only physical building ever designed ...

Valentino Garavani was a founding member of the mid-20th-century generation of designers who embraced old-school glamor. His ...

A KSAT crew observed at least three vehicles being towed from the scene, where law enforcement agencies remain present on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. 40 minutes ago What we know about the federal raid on ...

ROME (AP) -- Pope Francis says he wants to be buried in the Rome basilica of St. Mary Major, not in the grottoes of the Vatican like other popes, so he can be near his favorite icon of the Madonna.