A birthday cake had lit candles around it, with each candle representing a year of the celebrant’s life. The celebrant blows out the candles before the cake is eaten. Unlike the Germans, the Swiss did ...

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The Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana put a spotlight on a new design collection inspired by Catholic liturgical garb in ...

New research suggests that a burial site once venerated by Christian pilgrims likely belonged to a member of Herod’s dynasty ...

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John le Carré’s real name was David Cornwell, and his father, Ronnie, was a con man and a criminal. In 1977, David took his family—his first wife, Ann, and their three boys—to Corfu on vacation. Adam ...

Time Out names the Pantheon one of the world’s most beautiful buildings, praising its dome, history, and living legacy in the ...

Most of the things to do in Pompeii will delight archaeology and history fans. You could spend an entire day exploring and ...

Explore the fascinating city of Athens at night from ancient landmarks to views of the Aegean: rich history and vibrant ...

The bell tower design stands out as unique among California missions. Step inside to discover artwork brought from Spain in sailing ships long ago. The baptismal font, carved from a single stone, has ...

There is a difference between Roman candles and firecrackers, but neither may be legal depending on where you live and plan on celebrating July 4th.