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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Prep talk: Redondo Union girls volleyball rising to the occasion

You can't say Redondo Union girls' volleyball coach Tommy Chaffins is playing a cupcake schedule. On the contrary, he's having his team face one top opponent after another in nonleague matches. Last week, the Sea Hawks (12-1) handed Marymount its first defeat, then beat defending Southern Section champion Mater Dei. Next up is a Tuesday showdown at home against Sierra Canyon, considered this year's Division 1 favorite once the Trailblazers get their sit-out period transfer players eligible on Saturday.
Education
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The Photographer Who Looked Past the Idea of Italy

Gianni Berengo Gardin photographed Italy's everyday life, blending American documentary conscience and French photoreportage aesthetics to reveal social realities and subtle ironies.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Venice's Lion of St Mark's Square was at least part made in China, study suggests

The St Mark's winged lion statue was partly cast from copper ore from China's lower Yangtze basin, likely transported to Venice via the Silk Road.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

How to spend a weekend in Dorsoduro, Venice's coolest neighbourhood

Explore Venice beyond major sights by visiting Dorsoduro to experience authentic local life, student culture, quieter attractions, and beloved Venetian restaurants.
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I spent 6 days in Italy after dreaming of visiting my whole life. 6 surprises made it worth the wait.

A six-day Italy trip through Venice, Rome, and Milan delivered surprising, memorable moments—from gondolas and submerged building foundations to castles, train views, and unique lodgings.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

A Gorgeous, Historic Venice Hotel Just Reopened With Chic Suites and a Rooftop Bar-and We Were the First to Check In

A centuries-old Venetian hotel reopened after extensive restoration, blending restored historic features with contemporary design under Starhotels Collezione management.
History
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
2 weeks ago

Arsenale: The Shipyard and Arsenal of Venice

Venice's Arsenale was a government-controlled 24-hectare shipyard and weapons factory that standardized production and powered Venetian maritime trade and military dominance for eight centuries.
#overtourism
#travel
#art
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago
LA food

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Venice-Italy's Haven for Art and Architecture Fans

Venice is a city of art, history, and culinary experiences built on contradictions and innovation amidst its tourism challenges.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
Renovation

This Historic Building in Venice Hasn't Been Open to the Public in 500 Years-Now You Can Visit

The Procuratie Vecchie now hosts the San Marco Arts Centre, open to the public for the first time in 500 years.
Renovation
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

This Historic Building in Venice Hasn't Been Open to the Public in 500 Years-Now You Can Visit

The Procuratie Vecchie now hosts the San Marco Arts Centre, open to the public for the first time in 500 years.
#banksy
fromEater LA
1 month ago

A Hi-Fi Restaurant and Speakeasy Are About to Jazz Up Abbot Kinney in Venice

"We opened a pop-up version of [Only The Wild Ones] next to the Butcher's Daughter. It also has a cool selection of vinyl. We wanted to offer something to the community and share our love for natural wine."
LA food
#wedding
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Lauren Sanchez is showing what billionaire bridal style looks like with chic outfits and a ring estimated to be worth more than $6 million

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Lauren Sanchez is showing what billionaire bridal style looks like with chic outfits and a ring estimated to be worth more than $6 million

fromBustle
2 months ago

'Emily In Paris' Season 5 Is Leaving France For This Locale

Emily in Paris will film in Venice for part of Season 5 starting August 5-15, as announced by Veneto governor Luca Zaia during a location scouting.
Film
LA food
fromEater LA
2 months ago

One of Venice's Best Rooftops Returns as a Breezy Greek Hangout With Unbeatable Views

Kassi Venice Beach offers Greek-inflected mezze, grilled skewers, and cocktails with a view of the Pacific Ocean.
#protests
Travel
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Of Course Jeff Bezos Got Married in Venice

The Gritti Palace in Venice hosted the extravagant wedding of Jeff Bezos, highlighting the city's shift from historical wealth to modern tourism.
#jeff-bezos
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Multiple Venice Wedding Venues Revealed-as Couple Kick Off 3-Day Star-Studded Celebration

fromSFGATE
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Multiple Venice Wedding Venues Revealed-as Couple Kick Off 3-Day Star-Studded Celebration

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's lavish Venetian wedding by the numbers

"The wedding generated an estimated €957.3 million, or about $1.1 billion, in total economic value for Venice, showcasing its impact on local tourism."
Travel
Social media marketing
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

From the Kardashians to actual royalty: who had the best time partying with Bezos?

Guests at Jeff Bezos' wedding, including Bill Gates, felt trapped in extravagant celebrations, demonstrating the disconnect between wealth and genuine enjoyment.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Off-limits hotels, hidden entrances, and fenced-off areas: Disappointing photos show how locked down Jeff Bezos' wedding was

The Bezos-Sánchez wedding showcased the high-profile nature of celebrity nuptials, marked by strict security and limited access for those not on the guest list.
Canada news
#architecture
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Design

Architecture Details 101 in Venice: Carlo Scarpa and David Chipperfield in Dialogue Across Time

fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Design

Architecture Details 101 in Venice: Carlo Scarpa and David Chipperfield in Dialogue Across Time

fromBustle
2 months ago

Sydney Sweeney Wore A Plunging Black Romper In Venice

Sweeney embodied Italian summer glamour while putting a flirty twist on a wardrobe staple. She wore a little black romper that resembled a classic LBD, essentially inventing the LBR.
Fashion & style
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was in Venice for George Clooney's wedding. Jeff Bezos' feels completely different - and not in a good way.

Christine Matthey expresses concern over Jeff Bezos' lavish wedding, highlighting its divisive impact on Venice compared to George Clooney's wedding.
#celebrity-weddings
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez already married a month ago: reports

Sources reveal that Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have been married for over a month, despite their high-profile wedding celebrations taking place in Venice.
Silicon Valley real estate
Silicon Valley food
fromEater LA
2 months ago

Displaced by Wildfires, the Palisades Community Finds a Slice of Home as Cinque Terre West Reopens in Venice

Cinque Terre West reopens in Venice, offering familiar comfort for wildfire survivors from the Palisades.
#bezos
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Amid protests over his extravagant Venetian wedding, Jeff Bezos donates 3m to organisations involved in protecting the city and its ecosystem

Jeff Bezos has donated €1m each to three organizations in Venice focused on climate change research, raising questions about the city’s ongoing struggles with tourism and depopulation.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

In Venice, a choir of immigrants and locals tells a city's story

The Voci dal Mondo choir, led by director Giuseppina Casarin, creatively reinterprets Venetian work songs, celebrating the labor and contributions of immigrants in the region.
London politics
Renovation
fromTheartnewspaper
3 months ago

The new cultural space by Sanlorenzo Arts where design, creativity and sustainability meet

Casa Sanlorenzo is an innovative cultural space in Venice, uniting art, architecture, and sustainability.
Silicon Valley food
fromEater LA
3 months ago

Nipsey Hussle's Popular Marathon Burger Is Opening Its Next Location Just Steps From the Beach

Marathon Burger is expanding with a second location in Venice, offering a simplified menu focused on quick service.
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