Reflecting Rome’s Tiktok

‘I’m just here for the selfie’: the mirror reflecting Rome’s TikTok visitor boom

Thousands flock to Chiesa di Sant’Ignazio di Loyola and other former hidden gems just for photo ops. There are two entrances for visitors to Chiesa di Sant’Ignazio di Loyola, a prominent ...

World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago

In Rome, the water is back in the Baths of Caracalla, a luxurious spa

The Baths of Caracalla in Rome were one of the most luxurious spas the world has ever known. Now, for the first time in some 1,500 years, water is back.

For Catholic Jubilee, Days of Joy and Sadness in Rome and Bethlehem

For Rome, the rare Christmas Eve rite of redemption is cause for celebration this year. For Bethlehem, it is another grim reminder of the generations of war and deprivation.

World - The New York Times - October 29

Italian court rejects Meloni plan to hold asylum-seekers in Albania

Anger in ruling coalition as first group of migrants sent to processing centres ordered to be returned to Italy

Business - Financial Times - October 18

Hotel review: Casa Monti, a refuge in Rome’s hipster quarter

Key notes | The new hotel from the Leitmotiv group is an arty bolt-hole set back from the teeming tourist crowds

World - Financial Times - October 29

A 'jungle': Rome's teeming jail lays bare Italy's prison ills

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum

The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb

World - ABC News - 20 hours ago

Harris, Trump Transition Plans Reflect Their Leadership Styles

Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump begin preparing for the turnover process.

Business - Inc. - October 16

Pearsall reflects on shooting, road to 49ers debut

Fifty days after being shot through the chest in an alleged armed robbery attempt in downtown San Francisco, 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall made his NFL debut Sunday against the Chiefs -- and ...

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Markets are increasingly reflecting U.S. outperformance — but now there’s a jinx

Markets are increasingly pricing in a scenario of U.S. exceptionalism.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Trump’s trade remedies reflect America’s troubled reality

Our partners shouldn’t blame us for a shift aimed at solving the problems they have caused

World - Financial Times - November 1

George Conway reflects on election: America did this to itself

George Conway, a former advocate for President-elect Trump who has been outspoken against his candidacy, argued in an op-ed in The Atlantic Wednesday that America “did this to itself.” “This time, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Control of House remains in limbo as Democrats reflect on losses

Election ballots are still being counted to determine which party will hold the power in the House. Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke out about the Democratic losses so far. Willie James ...

Gatland reflects on 'media narrative' over future

Head coach Warren Gatland says he is happy to field the pressure of questions on his future after guiding Wales to a 10th successive international defeat.

Zelda's makers reflect on the princess's first big adventure

Echoes of Wisdom was the first adventure for the princess at the heart of one of Nintendo's biggest series.

How gold prices reflect inflation expectations

Climbing gold prices may signal deeper worries about inflation. Here's what to consider now.

The podcast Kill List doesn’t reflect badly on the internet – it reflects badly on us | John Naughton

A gripping audio series about a killer-for-hire scam on the dark web is a reminder of how technology holds up a mirror to human nature. This column comes to you as a break from listening to a ...

World - The Guardian - October 19

On TikTok, Some Grieved Liam Payne’s Death With Reaction Videos

In reaction videos, some users captured themselves learning about the young singer’s death in real time. At a time when the cameras are always rolling, it’s not so unusual.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 19

Unfortunately, She Was a Nymphomaniac by Joan Smith review – debunking misogynist myths of ancient Rome

This retelling of the lives of much-maligned Roman women sees their plight through a contemporary feminist lens. Joan Smith is braver than I am. A classicist, as well as a feminist campaigner, she ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Tourists toss coins over a makeshift pool as Rome’s Trevi Fountain undergoes maintenance

Tourists eager to fulfill the fabled promise to return to the Eternal City are being forced to toss coins over a plastic barrier and into a small makeshift pool in front of Rome’s Trevi Fountain ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Fantasy football rookie watch: Rome Odunze, Brock Bowers and Ray Davis come up big

Eric Moody looks at how all the rookies performed during Week 9 of the NFL season.

Sports - ESPN - November 4

Tourists in Rome now have a walkway to visit the Trevi Fountain but can't toss coins

Tourists in Rome won’t be allowed to toss coins over their shoulders into the Trevi Fountain, following tradition, though an elevated walkway now gives limited access to the monument during ...

World - ABC News - 6 days ago

Pope asks Church of Rome to help address housing crisis ahead of Holy Year in 2025

Pope Francis is asking the diocese of Rome to help alleviate a growing housing crisis in the Eternal City

World - ABC News - 5 hours ago

Latest in Reflecting Rome’s Tiktok