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Alexander Payne to Head Jury of 2025 Venice Film Festival: Details

Director Alexander Payne will head the jury of the 82nd Venice Film Festival, which will take place from August 27 to September 6. The artist called it a great honor and joy.

Culture • April 28, 10:29 AM • 3792 views

George Clooney said that in 11 years of marriage, he never argued with his wife.

George Clooney confessed that he and his wife, Amal, have never argued and even jokingly look for a reason to do so. He added that he feels like the luckiest man in the world because of his wife.

UNN Lite • April 22, 10:22 AM • 76727 views

Venice is bringing back the entry fee: which tourists will pay twice as much

From April 19, Venice is again charging an entry fee for tourists. Those who book tickets less than three days in advance will pay twice as much. The fee will be in effect for 54 days.

News of the World • April 17, 12:36 PM • 10301 views

"Excessive" tourism vs housing affordability: residents of the most popular cities are calling for restrictions on short-term rentals - FT

Tourism in Europe is leading to a housing shortage, displacing locals. In Italy, Portugal, and Spain, city residents are protesting to ban Airbnb-like rental platforms.

News of the World • April 11, 01:28 PM • 11601 views

Lauren Sanchez cryptically hinted at a wedding with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos

Lauren Sanchez shared an enigmatic post following news of her upcoming wedding to Jeff Bezos. The couple is planning a lavish wedding in Venice this summer.

News of the World • March 24, 04:15 PM • 52963 views

The Mayor of Venice awarded a Ukrainian who saved the life of a man wounded with a knife

Ukrainian soldier Yanis Tereshchenko, while on vacation in Venice, provided first aid to a man with a stab wound. The Mayor of Venice awarded him for his heroic act.

Society • March 13, 12:27 AM • 73454 views

Tax on shadow and rain: The State Tax Service told about unusual taxes in the world

The STS spoke about unique taxes in different countries. Venice levies a tax for the shadow from awnings and canopies, while Poland taxes property owners for rainwater.

Society • February 14, 07:12 PM • 34145 views

Italian Florence announces fight against excessive tourism

Florence authorities are stepping up the fight against excessive tourism due to the growing number of visitors. The city bans key boxes, loudspeakers for tour guides, and “atypical vehicles.

News of the World • November 15, 10:28 PM • 17858 views

Venice to double the number of “paid days” for tourists

Venice authorities are increasing the number of days with paid entrance to the historic center.

News of the World • October 25, 12:22 AM • 20502 views

Prague bans night pub tours for groups of tourists

The Prague authorities have banned organized night tours of pubs for tourist groups from 22:00 to 6:00. The decision was made due to complaints from residents about noise and garbage and security problems in the city center.

News of the World • October 16, 07:29 AM • 12091 views

From August 1, Venice limits tourist groups to 25 people and bans loudspeakers

The city of Venice has limited the size of tourist groups to 25 people and banned the use of loudspeakers by guides. Violators face fines of 25 to 500 euros.

News of the World • July 31, 03:02 PM • 19795 views

Venice earned 28 million euros from tourist tax

Venice has introduced a €5 tourist tax for one-day visitors. During the 29 days of the test project, the city received 2.4 million euros in revenue from more than 485 thousand tourists.

Society • July 19, 11:48 PM • 41655 views

First beach area opened in southern Odesa region

The first beach recreation area was opened in the village of Prymorske, Izmail district, Odesa region, and the town of Vilkovo, known as "Ukrainian Venice," is also open to tourists this summer.

Society • July 11, 06:24 PM • 15759 views

This year may open a tourist route "Ukrainian Venice"

The authorities of the Odessa region are studying the possibility of opening a tourist route "Ukrainian Venice" in the city of Vilkovo, which will allow you to make excursions and health trips to the area known for its nature, fruits and warmer climate than Odessa.

Society • June 7, 11:00 AM • 16689 views

Odessa region prepares for the beach season - Kiper

Odessa region is preparing for the beach season, said RMA chairman Oleg Kiper.

Society • June 7, 08:10 AM • 23418 views

Over the past month, the enemy has carried out over 1600 attacks on peaceful cities with missiles, drones and artillery - Kostin

In the last month alone, the enemy fired over 1,600 missiles, drones and artillery at peaceful cities, killing 171 civilians.

War • May 9, 05:32 PM • 39545 views

Entrance fees brought Venice its first million

Venice earned 975,000 euros ($1. 1 million) from ticket sales in the first 11 days after introducing a 5 euro entrance fee for day-trippers on the busiest days.

UNN Lite • May 7, 08:02 AM • 113488 views

Pope Francis leaves Rome for the first time in more than half a year: visits women's prison and exhibition in Venice

Pope Francis made his first trip outside of Rome in 7 months, visiting Venice for a day, where he raised issues such as the war in Ukraine, called for negotiated peace and encouraged young people to help others.

Politics • April 29, 02:17 AM • 100808 views

March 26: World Vermouth Day, "Make Up Your Own Holiday" Day

Today, March 26, all cocktail lovers can join the World Vermouth Day. The event was founded by the famous bartender and vermouth producer Giancarlo Mancino.

UNN Lite • March 26, 04:03 AM • 31315 views

February 8: Wedding proposal day, International Scotch Whisky Day

Today, on February 8, all lovers who want to unite their fates forever can join the World Marriage Proposal Day. The event originated in India but has become quite popular in many countries around the world.

UNN Lite • February 8, 04:09 AM • 30849 views

Serhiy Koretskyi elected Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine - MP

Allergy season: what to pay attention to in May and how to relieve symptoms

A water pipe burst at the metro construction site in Vynohradar – Avtostrada

"She is fine with everything": expert explained why Olena Duma is blocking the adoption of the draft law on the reform of ARMA

White House responded after Putin's "ceasefire" proposal: Trump wants a permanent ceasefire

NBU's chief lawyer above the law? Investigation of Zima's case is stalling

The ball is in the NACP's court: the head of the supervisory board of the State Land Bank has a real conflict of interest

Vatican has confirmed that the conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7

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There is no reason to wait for May 8: Zelenskyy reacted to Putin's new "truce"

"This will be a critical week": The State Department revealed details of Rubio's conversation with Lavrov

Explosions heard in Kyiv: air defense is working, debris falling recorded

Night attack on Kyiv: there are victims, a house and cars are on fire

A recreation center burned down in Kyiv due to a Russian attack

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