Naples Tunnels Lost for 60 Years Now Open to Visitors
A hidden network of royal escape routes beneath Naples disappeared after World War II and sat forgotten until 2005. Now the Galleria Borbonica welcomes tourists into its time capsule tunnels.
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Naples Woman Reunites With Mom After Venezuela Earthquake
After a devastating earthquake in Venezuela left her mother's fate unknown for hours, a Naples woman finally heard the words she'd been praying for: "I'm alive." Despite major damage to her home, Isabel Gonzalez survived two massive quakes in Caracas while her daughter watched helplessly from thousands of miles away. ##
Naples Museum Lets Blind Visitors Touch Famous Sculpture
A Naples museum removed all barriers around priceless marble sculptures so 80 blind visitors could experience art through touch. Blind guides who knew the feeling firsthand led them through the once-impossible experience.
Naples Nurse Saves Man's Life During Padel Match
When a man collapsed on a Naples padel court, off-duty nurse Natascia Maraniello rushed in with CPR and a defibrillator to save his life. Her quick thinking and years of training turned a medical emergency into a rescue story.
Naples Medical Firm Gives $35K to Lighthouse of Collier
A Naples medical device company just invested $35,000 in helping blind and visually impaired residents gain independence and confidence. The gift will fund life-changing classes and services for over 250 people this year.
Naples Museum Lets Blind Visitors Touch 270-Year-Old Statue
Visitors ran gloved fingers across the marble veil of the Veiled Christ, a sculpture so lifelike that people once believed it was made through alchemy. For one day, a Naples museum removed barriers so 80 blind and partially sighted guests could experience the masterpiece through touch.
Pope Leo XIV Marks First Year With Peace Message
One year into his papacy, Pope Leo XIV is staying true to his founding mission of peace, even as global conflicts test his resolve. The Chicago-born pontiff spent his anniversary with communities in Pompeii and Naples, calling for spiritual renewal amid ongoing wars.
Florida Football Banquet Awards $137K to Student Athletes
A Naples scholarship dinner more than doubled its giving when a billionaire philanthropist surprised 13 student athletes with unexpected bonus awards. The event honored top football players who excelled both on the field and in the classroom.
Chelsea's Joao Pedro Scores Twice in Champions League Win
Brazilian striker Joao Pedro delivered two stunning goals to secure Chelsea's spot in the Champions League round of 16, avoiding the playoff stage. The comeback victory in Naples marks a turning point for Chelsea under new manager Liam Rosenior.
Aussie Cyclist's Lucky Break Earns Best Career Finish
Australian cyclist Jensen Plowright scored his best grand tour result after dodging a last-second crash on wet cobblestones in Italy. The 25-year-old finished fourth at the Giro d'Italia, laughing off his "Steven Bradbury moment" as he safely navigated past fallen riders.
NY Playwright Wins African International Writing Prize
A New York playwright's ten-minute play about racism and gender in 1930s Italy just won a prestigious international literary prize based in Africa. Steve Gold's charming script beat out 266 entries from 23 countries.
Queen Margherita: The Royal Behind Your Favorite Pizza
The beloved Margherita pizza may be named after Italy's first queen, who turned her palace into a hospital during wartime. While the legend isn't entirely accurate, it's a delicious slice of history.
New Drug Gives Pulmonary Hypertension Patients Hope
A groundbreaking medication approved in 2024 is transforming life for pulmonary hypertension patients who once faced a grim prognosis. Inspired by NASA's Artemis II mission, advocates remind us that big dreams and research funding make medical miracles possible.
Italian Families Open Hearts to Ukrainian War Orphans
When war erupted in Ukraine, hundreds of children found safety and love in Italian homes. Families across Italy welcomed young refugees into their lives, offering stability during an unimaginable crisis.
Pell City Men's 65+ Tennis Team Wins National Title
A group of senior tennis players from Pell City, Alabama, just became national champions after defeating powerhouse programs from across the country. They've been wearing their gold medals everywhere since January.
Gene Therapy Breakthrough for 10,000 Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Scientists at the University of Trento developed the first gene therapy for 10% of cystic fibrosis patients who had no treatment options until now. The breakthrough could lead to a permanent cure instead of lifelong drug dependence.
Chelsea Makes History With First 2-Goal Comeback Win
Chelsea FC pulled off their first-ever Premier League comeback from a 2-0 halftime deficit, turning certain defeat into an inspiring 3-2 victory. Manager Liam Rosenior says the historic win reveals "something really, really special" about his team's character.
Two Cancer Fighters Rally Fort Myers for Relay for Life
A 10-year cancer survivor and a woman who lost four family members to the disease are turning their pain into purpose by rallying Southwest Florida for the upcoming Relay for Life event. Their message: nobody fights cancer alone.
Stellantis Brings Back $17,500 Electric City Cars in 2028
After years of killing off affordable small cars, automaker Stellantis just announced it will launch electric city cars starting around $17,500 in Europe by 2028. The move could help lower-income families go electric while creating hundreds of manufacturing jobs in Italy.
Italy's Largest Southern Pediatric Research Hospital Launches
Southern Italy just gained its biggest pediatric research hospital after Santobono Pausilipon joined the nation's elite network of scientific medical institutes. The milestone brings specialized childhood disease research and treatment to a region that's needed it for decades.
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