Pope’s Good Friday Message on Peace
Thousands of faithful attended Pope Francis’ “Way of the Cross” prayer session in Rome’s Colosseum on Friday, a liturgy overshadowed by the Ukraine conflict. It was the first time since 2019 that the annual Good Friday ceremony, which commemorates Jesus Christ’s death on the cross, was held at the Roman monument, owing to the COVID-19 […]
Noli Me Tangere
Noli Me Tangere (“do not touch me”) is the Latin translation of a line said by Jesus to Mary Magdalene after his resurrection, according to John 20:17. From Late Antiquity to the present, various pieces of Christian art have depicted the biblical scenario. Since the late 18th century, the term has also been employed in literature […]
Gustave Dore, A Master of Good Over Evil
Paul Gustave Louis Christophe Doré was born in 1832 in Strasbourg, a town situation near the German-French border. He was an illustrator, painter, sculpture, caricaturist, and comic artist. In 1849, at the ate of 17, he was the highest-paid comic illustrator in France. But he didn’t just influence the 19th century. His art is timeless […]
Pandemic Recovery: Renew Your Strength Through These Hot Springs in California
As the pandemic is coming to an end, California’s hot springs are waiting for a new wave of visitors. Most spring pools have been closed since the pandemic began two years ago. Now, it is time to plan your next trip to unwind, revive, and relax, while melting away the anxiety and stress you and […]
The Resurgence of COVID in China?
The globe is now seeing an increase of COVID-19 instances. The virus’s source, China, has been seeing a resurgence of the pandemic as a result of the Omicron BA.2 variation driving an increase in the number of infections. Other European nations, such as Italy, France, and the United Kingdom, have also recorded a significant rise […]
Amidst The Ukraine Crisis, The World Holds Its Breath For Leaders To Act
With the NATO and EU summits taking place this week, there is an urgent need for strong leadership to solve the Ukraine crisis and bring peace to the world. However, despite Biden’s promise of unity, cracks are beginning to appear. Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, recently informed the U.S. Congress that weaponry and sanctions alone are […]
Will History Repeat Itself?
On October 22, 1941, a bomb exploded in Odessa, a Soviet port town, marked a bloody onslaught by German. Over 80 years later, as Russian ships circle out to sea, the Ukrainian town is once again ready to do so. Sandbags and steel anti-tank hedgehogs cover the streets. However, not everyone believes that an assault is […]
Covid Cases in China; The Current Scenario
As the globe begins to reopen its borders after a third wave headed by the Omicron version of the virus, China is witnessing one of its biggest outbreaks in two years and is once again shutting down. Tuesday, March 15th, was the sixth straight day in which reported cases increased throughout the nation. Additionally, it […]
Why Does “Made in Italy” Have Such an Appeal?
Worldwide, there is an increasing dependence on Italian goods. Italian labels such as Gucci, Versace, Prada, and Armani have long dominated the leather bag industry in this region. Given new methods of buying, these classic items continue to dominate the global consumer market. The Italian Handbag’s History: Italian purses trace all the way back to […]
The U.S. Oil Becomes a Center Debate of Supporting Freedom in Ukraine
As the Russia-Ukraine invasion continues with no signs of abating, billionaire Elon Musk tweeted on the United States’ urgent need to enhance its oil and gas production. The tweet, dated March 5th, stated: “Hate to say it, but we need to increase oil & gas output immediately. Extraordinary times demand extraordinary measures.” Musk acknowledged this […]