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British tourist drowns in Venice canal
Tragedy strikes as a British holidaymaker dies after falling into a Venetian canal following an evening walk with his wife during their Italian getaway.
2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Chioggia: Italy's Secret Venice Without Crowds & Cost
Escape the tourist traps and discover Chioggia - Italy's enchanting canal city offering authentic Venetian charm at half the price and none of the crowds. Your perfect Italian getaway awaits.
Venice's 'Fake Police' Scam Targets Solo Female Travellers
An alarming new scam is sweeping through Venice's picturesque streets, with travellers reporting encounters with fake police officers demanding to see passports and wallets. Discover how to protect yourself from this sophisticated con.
Venice Biennale artist loses $80k grant
Khaled Sabsabi loses $80,000 Creative Australia grant after being selected for prestigious Venice Biennale, sparking outrage in arts community over funding priorities.
Venice flood emergency: Tourists warned to avoid city
Venice faces its worst flooding in years as severe weather warnings prompt emergency measures. Tourists urged to reconsider travel plans amid rising water levels and safety concerns.
Lyon Biennale Redefines Dance Against 'Undertainment'
The prestigious Lyon Dance Biennale confronts modern audience attention spans with radical performances that reject instant gratification in favour of profound artistic engagement.
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hotels in Venice
From opulent palazzos to intimate boutique stays, explore our curated selection of Venice's finest hotels for an unforgettable Italian escape.
Simone Leigh Headlines Royal Academy Show in 2027
The Royal Academy of Arts announces a major 2027 solo exhibition for Simone Leigh, the celebrated US sculptor and Venice Biennale star, marking a pivotal moment for contemporary art in London.
Venice charges €5 entry fee for day visitors
Venice has launched a controversial €5 entry fee for day-trippers in a bold attempt to manage overtourism and preserve the fragile lagoon city.
Venice €5 Tourist Tax Starts 2026: Full Details
Venice confirms a €5 daily tourist tax from 2026. Learn who must pay, how it works, and why the city is implementing this controversial measure to manage overtourism.
British parents fined €1500 for kids' football in Venice square
British tourists fined €1,500 in Venice after children play football in iconic Piazza San Marco. Local authorities enforce strict rules protecting historic sites from 'unseemly behaviour'.
British couple banned from Venice for canal jump stunt
A British couple's Venetian holiday ends in a ban after they were filmed leaping from a bridge into a historic canal. Discover the consequences of their reckless stunt in one of Italy's most iconic cities.
Historic Female-Directed Oscar Showdown Looms
The Venice and Toronto film festivals have set the stage for a historic Oscar showdown, with two critically acclaimed films from female directors poised to make Academy Awards history.
Claire Denis' 'The Fence': A Divisive Masterpiece?
Acclaimed director Claire Denis returns with the controversial 'The Fence', a brutal and unflinching exploration of colonial guilt and violence starring Juliette Binoche. Our review delves into the film's polarising impact.
Léa Seydoux's sheer black gown stuns at Venice premiere
French actress Léa Seydoux commanded attention on the red carpet at the 80th Venice Film Festival, wearing a breathtaking sheer black gown for the premiere of her new psychological thriller, 'The Beast'.
Venice Film Festival Sounds Alarm on Humanity's 'Reckoning'
The 2025 Venice Film Festival becomes an unlikely platform for urgent political discourse, with filmmakers delivering powerful warnings about democracy, AI, and climate change, challenging the world's elite to act.
Idris Elba's Passionate Venice Kisses with Wife Sabrina
Idris Elba and wife Sabrina Dhowre pack on the PDA during a romantic Venetian escape, shutting down speculation with a series of passionate kisses, just days after his co-star Rebecca Ferguson was also spotted in the city.
Alexa Chung & Tom Sturridge Spark Romance Rumours in Venice
Fashion icon Alexa Chung and actor Tom Sturridge set tongues wagging as they were spotted looking cosy on a boat in Venice, fuelling speculation of a new romance during the 80th Venice Film Festival.
Emily Blunt stuns in silver at Venice Film Festival
Emily Blunt commanded attention on the red carpet at the 82nd Venice Film Festival, dazzling in a silver gown for the premiere of her new film 'The Smashing Machine' alongside co-star Dwayne Johnson.
Jacob Elordi's Venice Meltdown Over Frankenstein Filming Pressure
Euphoria heartthrob Jacob Elordi was caught in a fiery confrontation with a Venice Film Festival official during the premiere of his new film 'Poor Things', exposing intense on-set tensions from his Frankenstein role.
Halsey's Venice Film Festival Glamour in Corseted Gown
Singer Halsey commands attention on the Lido red carpet, delivering a breathtakingly glamorous look in a black corseted gown at the 'The Apprentice' premiere during the Venice Film Festival.
Kaia Gerber's braless Venice date with Lewis Pullman
Supermodel Kaia Gerber and actor boyfriend Lewis Pullman were spotted enjoying a romantic evening in Venice, with Gerber turning heads in a chic braless black ensemble during their Italian escapade.
Amanda Seyfried Takes Tumble at Venice Film Festival
Hollywood star Amanda Seyfried suffered an awkward stumble on the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival during the premiere of her new film, 'The Testament of Ann Lee'.
Emily Blunt wows in sizzling dress with saucy 'S&M' necklace
Emily Blunt commanded attention at the Venice Film Festival press call for 'The Smashing Machine,' dazzling in a sheer black gown and a bold 'S&M' necklace. Alongside co-star Dwayne Johnson, the duo promoted their highly anticipated new film.
Albert Serra's Mesmerising Bullfighting Epic
Catalan auteur Albert Serra returns with a monumental, four-hour cinematic elegy for bullfighting, capturing matador Andrés Roca Rey's final performances in a film that is as beautiful as it is morally complex.
Georgina Rodriguez's £3M Diamond Ring & £115K Birkin in Venice
Cristiano Ronaldo's partner, Georgina Rodriguez, showcases staggering luxury in Venice, debuting a colossal diamond ring and a rare Hermès bag just hours after a glittering red carpet appearance.
Alicia Silverstone Stuns at Venice Film Festival
Clueless star Alicia Silverstone commands attention on the red carpet at the 80th Venice Film Festival, radiating timeless elegance in a flowing emerald gown to premiere her new film 'The Substance'.
Del Toro's Frankenstein Cast Revealed: Elordi, Isaac Star
Acclaimed director Guillermo del Toro has unveiled his star-studded Netflix adaptation of 'Frankenstein' at the Venice Film Festival, featuring Jacob Elordi as the Creature and Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein.
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