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Rafael Nadal bounces back from slow start to reach Rome semis

Rafael Nadal continued his clay domination on Friday, rallying from a set down to reach the Italian Open semi-finals with a 4-6 6-1 6-2 victory over Fabio Fognini.

May 18, 2018, 22:58 PM IST

British sprint king Mark Cavendish breaks rib in crash, out of week-long Tirreno-Adriatico stage

He crossed the line with a bloodied face and was taken straight to hospital.

Mar 08, 2018, 16:28 PM IST

AC Milan advance to Coppa Italia final

AC Milan, seeking to hoist the Coppa Italia for the first time since 2003

Mar 01, 2018, 14:39 PM IST

'Beast from the East': Europe shivers as Siberian blast send temperature crashing

Freezing temperatures have claimed at least seven lives across Europe in recent days.

Feb 27, 2018, 12:56 PM IST

Rome's Colosseum turned red to protest Pakistan blasphemy law

Rome`s ancient Colosseum was lit in red on Saturday in solidarity with persecuted Christians, particularly Asia Bibi, a woman condemned to death under Pakistan`s blasphemy laws.

Feb 25, 2018, 13:03 PM IST

Money-laundering probe opened into AC Milan sale: Reports

Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into whether the deal to sell AC Milan to Chinese investors last year was inflated for money-laundering purposes, La Stampa reported on Saturday.

Jan 13, 2018, 18:27 PM IST

Christmas 2017: International weekend getaways that will leave you spellbound

Check out these famous destinations to travel this Christmas.

Dec 13, 2017, 16:20 PM IST

El Shaarawy nets double as Roma maul Chelsea 3-0 in Champions League

Stephan El Shaarawy scored a brace as AS Roma mauled Chelsea 3-0 to claim top spot in Champions League Group C on Tuesday at the expense of the English champions.

Nov 01, 2017, 10:55 AM IST

Pope Francis tells web companies: use profits to protect children

A commission Francis set up in 2014 to advise him on how to root out sexual abuse has been hit by defections by two key members who lamented lack of progress and cooperation from Vatican officials.

Oct 06, 2017, 20:00 PM IST

Two new cases of mosquito-borne chikungunya virus near Rome testo

Local health authorities on Friday confirmed two new cases and reported two suspected cases of the painful, mosquito-borne illness chikungunya in Italy's Lazio region.

Sep 16, 2017, 11:02 AM IST

Deepika Kumari crashes out of world cup final in round one

With Deepika’s exit, India’s campaign at the world cup final also comes to an end.

Sep 03, 2017, 20:04 PM IST

Pope to visit Myanmar, Bangladesh amid Rohingya crisis

The announcement came hours after Bangladesh border guards pushed back thousands of Rohingya Muslims fleeing the worst violence in Myanmar in five years, with 104 people killed.

Aug 28, 2017, 15:28 PM IST

Lemon was a luxury item for ancient Romans: Study

 The humble citrus fruit lemon, a cash crop, was introduced in ancient Rome from Israel and was once considered an item of luxury as well as a status symbol for the ruling elite, a study has found.

Aug 19, 2017, 23:42 PM IST

Watch: Rishi Kapoor's hilarious vacation video in Rome will make you ROFL!

Veteran Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor along with wife Neetu Kapoor is enjoying a fun-filled vacation in Rome, Italy.

Aug 13, 2017, 15:59 PM IST

Police nab fireman for arson as Italy blazes rage

On Monday, 15 firefighters were arrested in Sicily on suspicion of having started fires in order to receive bonus payments.

Aug 11, 2017, 20:50 PM IST

Vatican official says the Pope Francis 'loves China'

This June, Rome expressed "grave concerns" over the fate of a clandestine or underground church bishop who was detained mid-May.

Aug 04, 2017, 23:24 PM IST

​​Aamir Khan spends quality time in Rome with family

Superstar Aamir Khan took time off from his shooting schedule of "Thugs of Hindostan" to spend some quality time with his family.

Jul 22, 2017, 16:43 PM IST

Cardinal choler over copyright of Mother Teresa's sari

"Holy Mother Teresa of Calcutta is a universal symbol, beloved by believers (and) unbelievers," said Cardinal Jose Saraiva Martins, 85, an ex-prefect of the powerful Congregation for the Causes of Saints.

Jul 18, 2017, 18:55 PM IST

Asaduddin Owaisi pitches for heritage tag for Hyderabad city; BJP, TRS support

The UNESCO on Saturday declared Ahmedabad as the world heritage city. It is the first city in India to get the tag.

Jul 10, 2017, 16:21 PM IST

Cardinal Pell on his way home to Australia to face abuse charges: Media

Australian police charged Cardinal George Pell late last month, making the Vatican economy minister the highest-ranking Church official to face such accusations. 

Jul 09, 2017, 10:51 AM IST