Across continents, hundreds of thousands turned out for Thursday’s rallies marking International Workers’ Day, many united in anger over President Trump’s agenda — including aggressive tariffs stoking fears of global economic turmoil and immigration crackdowns. In the United States, organizers framed this year’s protests as a pushback against what they called a sweeping assault on labor protections, diversity initiatives and federal employees. In Germany, union leaders warned that extended workdays and rising anti-immigrant sentiment were dismantling labor protections. In Bern, Switzerland, thousands marched behind banners denouncing fascism and war — part of a wider backlash against the global surge of hard-right politics. In France, protests included appearances by far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon and also reflected simmering anger over U.S. military and trade influence in Europe — a theme echoed in speeches condemning Washington’s role in global instability. Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te cited new U.S. tariffs under Trump as he promoted a sweeping economic package aimed at shoring up jobs and industry. In the Philippines, protest leader Mong Palatino warned that “tariff wars and policies of Trump” threatened local industries and people’s livelihoods. In Japan, Trump’s image loomed over the day — quite literally — as a truck in the Tokyo march carried a doll made to resemble him. Demonstrators there called for higher wages, gender equality, healthcare, disaster relief, a ceasefire in Gaza, and an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. “For our children to be able to live with hope, the rights of workers must be recognized,” said Junko Kuramochi, a member of a mothers’ group in Tokyo. Tadashi Ito, a union construction worker, said he feared the rising cost of imported raw materials. “Everybody is fighting over work, and so the contracts tend to go where the wages are cheapest,” he said. “We think peace comes first. And we hope Trump will eradicate conflict and inequalities.” Under overcast skies in Taipei, Taiwan, about 2,500 union members marched from the presidential office, representing sectors from fisheries to telecommunications. Protesters warned that Trump’s tariffs could lead to job losses. “This is why we hope the government can propose plans to protect the rights of laborers,” said union leader Carlos Wang. An autoworkers’ union carried a cutout car topped with a photo of Trump. The Taiwanese president,also known by his Chinese name, Lai Ching-te, said his administration had submitted a 410-billion New Taiwan dollar ($12.8-billion) bill to support local industry and shield the economy from global shocks. In Manila, thousands of Filipino workers rallied near the presidential palace, where police blocked access with barricades. Protesters demanded wage hikes and stronger protections for local jobs and small businesses. In Jakarta, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto addressed a cheering crowd at the National Monument Park. “The government that I lead will work as hard as possible to eliminate poverty from Indonesia,” he said. Roughly 200,000 workers were expected to take part in May Day rallies across Southeast Asia’s largest economy, according to Said Iqbal, president of the Confederation of Indonesian Trade Unions. Their demands included wage increases, an end to outsourcing, and stronger protections for both domestic and migrant laborers. In Turkey, May Day served as a platform not only for labor rights but for broader calls to uphold democratic values. Tens of thousands gathered on Istanbul’s Asian shore in Kadikoy for a rally, some railing against the jailing of Istanbul’s opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. His imprisonment in March sparked the country’s largest protests in more than a decade. Authorities blocked access to central Istanbul and shut down transit lines. A law association said that more than 400 protesters were arrested before midday near Taksim Square including lawyers trying to follow the detentions. Los Angeles is expected to host one of the world’s largest May Day events this year — just days after Trump passed the 100-day mark of his second term. Organizers say the protests reflect mounting frustration with policies they see as favoring tycoons over workers and corporations over communities. While the demonstrations focus on labor rights, many also took aim at the administration’s efforts to weaken unions, reduce the federal workforce, and curb protections for immigrants. Across the country, hundreds of rallies were planned by labor unions, student groups and grassroots coalitions, echoing a broader call to prioritize public services over private profits and working families over wealthy elites. A banner at the L.A. march summarized the day’s theme: “One Struggle, One Fight — Workers Unite!” “We’re bringing the fight to the billionaires and politicians who are trying to divide us with fear and lies. We know the truth — an attack on immigrant workers is an attack on all workers,” said April Verrett, president of the Service Employees International Union, which represents 2 million workers. Adamson and Kageyama write for the Associated Press. Kageyama reported from Tokyo. AP journalists Nicolas Garriga and Masha Macpherson in Paris, Jamey Keaten in Geneva, Joeal Calupitan in Manila, Andrew Wilks in Istanbul, Niniek Karmini in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sophia Tareen in Chicago and Taijing Wu in Taipei, Taiwan, contributed to this report. Politics California World & Nation Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map An open international contest is being held for a major €27.5 million renewal of the Turin Civic Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art [Deadline: 5 June 2025] The competition will select a team to revitalise and enhance the landmark gallery – known locally as GAM – which was founded in 1895 and relocated to its current Carlo Bassi and Goffredo Boschetti-designed complex in 1959 Fondazione Compagnia di San Paolo and Fondazione per l’architettura / Torino – will redevelop repurpose and enhance the venue which houses the city's permanent collections of 19th and 20th century art including more than 47,000 paintings which plays a strategic role in Turin’s cultural landscape aimed at strengthening its international prestige ‘This renewal focuses on the collections and the exhibition layout thanks to the work done by the new director Chiara Bertola and on the redevelopment of the architectural complex which aims to restore the museum to its former glory reviving the avant-garde spirit that characterised its inception we have supported this project from the outset seeing culture as a defining feature of Turin today and in the future Investing in culture always has a positive impact on the quality of life of citizens and on the promotion of the city.’ GAM was founded in 1895 and relocated to its current site on Via Magenta after its original city centre home was destroyed by allied bombing in 1942 The gallery’s current home opened in 1959 and closed in the 1980s for a lengthy refurbishment which saw the gallery eventually reopen in 1993 The latest project aims to embrace environmental sustainability and energy saving while also promoting the venue’s historic identity Key aims include transforming the complex into an open and accessible ‘piazza’ which blends into its surrounding urban context The contest’s initial round is open with applicants required to submit CVs and qualifications Five shortlisted teams – due to be notified on 18 July – will be given until 16 October to draw up concepts for the renewal The overall winner – due to be announced on 27 November – will receive a €100,000 prize which will also serve as an advance payment towards the fees for project development and a fourth and fifth prize each worth €20,000 will also be awarded Hutchison Ports is recruiting a design team for its new £9 million… An international design and build contest is being held for 25 new… The UK Research and Innovation Science and Technology Facilities Council (UKRI-STFC) has… The British Museum is recruiting a planning consultant to work on its… With the recently released GCC 15 (GCC 15.1) compiler besides adding new language features enhancements to help developers in debugging build failures there is the never-ending quest of compiler performance optimizations Since the recent GCC 15.1 release candidate I've been testing this annual compiler feature release on more hardware including several AMD 5th Gen EPYC "Turin" servers to great success compared to the prior GCC 14 stable series For your viewing pleasure today are some benchmarks I recently wrapped up comparing GCC 14.2 stable to the GCC 15.1 release candidate using an AMD EPYC 9655(P) within the Supermicro H13SSL-N 4U server build Ubuntu 24.10 was running on this EPYC Turin server while manually upgraded to the Linux 6.13 kernel Both GCC 14.2 and GCC 15.1 RC1 were built from source in the same exact manner each time followed by building all of the open-source benchmarks under test During the benchmarking process the CFLAGS/CXXFLAGS were maintained the same with "-O3 -march=native -flto" set for all of the benchmarks being built Let's dive in to see how GCC 15.1 is looking over GCC 14 on this 96-core AMD EPYC Zen 5 server Phoronix Premium allows ad-free access to the site and other features while supporting this site's continued operations The mission at Phoronix since 2004 has centered around enriching the Linux hardware experience. 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You can also contribute to Phoronix through a PayPal tip or tip via Stripe Legal Disclaimer, Privacy Policy, Cookies | Privacy Manager | Contact Copyright © 2004 - 2025 by Phoronix Media All trademarks used are properties of their respective owners Turin became the largest city ever to host the Olympic Winter Games A record 2,508 athletes from 80 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) competed and 26 NOCs took home medals—another record live video coverage of the Games was available on mobile phones Video coverage was available in 18 countries on five continents television viewers in Mongolia and Azerbaijan were also able to watch all the action Surfing the internet for results proved popular too with torino2006.org registering approximately 700 million page views and the site of the International Olympic Committee Discover the lasting legacy that this edition of the Olympic Games created for its hosts. Albania, Madagascar and Ethiopia were all represented for the first time. Claudia Pechstein of Germany became the first speed skater to earn nine career medals, and with his victory in the Super G, Kjetil Andre Aamodt of Norway became the first Alpine skier to earn four medals in the same event and the first to win four gold medals in total. When Sara Renner of Canada broke one of her poles in the cross-country skiing team sprint, Norwegian head coach Bjørnar Håkensmoen lent her one of his (albeit 12cm too long). This act of fair play and sportsmanship allowed Renner to help her team win silver, and dropped Norway out of the medals. Media: 9,408 (2,688 written press, 6,720 broadcasters) The Turin Olympic Games were particularly satisfying for Sweden, which had not won a gold medal at either of the previous two Winter Games. In 2006, Swedish athletes won seven Olympic events: men’s ice hockey, women’s curling, women’s Alpine skiing and biathlon and three in cross-country skiing. Duff Gibson of Calgary, Canada, switched from bobsleigh to skeleton in 1998 and qualified for the Canadian team in 2002, finishing tenth in Salt Lake City. At the Turin Games, he beat everyone, and became the oldest athlete in the history of the Winter Games to win a gold medal in an individual event. On the day he won, he was 39 years and 190 days old. U.S. speed skater Joey Cheek won a gold medal in the 500 metres event and a silver at 1,000 metres. His gold medal earned him a $25,000 (USD) bonus from the United States Olympic Committee. Cheek donated the money to charity. Three NOCs entered the Winter Olympic Games for the first time. Erjon Tola of Albania and Mathieu Razanakolona of Madagascar represented their countries in Alpine skiing, while Robel Teklemariam competed for Ethiopia in cross-country skiing. The Torino 2006 Olympic Winter Games witnessed the most stringent anti-doping controls ever. A record 1,219 tests were administered. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has praised the Torino 2006 Games for its work on the environment. UNEP had signed a protocol with the Organising Committee for the XX Olympic Winter Games – Torino 2006. The Torino 2006 cauldron is reported to be the tallest cauldron in the history of the Olympic Games. Measuring 57 metres, the cauldron has three segments of 31, 15 and 11 metres, respectively. Jean-Pierre Vidal missed one-and-a-half years of competition after sustaining a major injury in a fall in March 1999. He came back to win the gold medal in the slalom at the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic Games, and hoped to defend his title in 2006. But the day before the slalom competition, Vidal went for a pleasure ski to celebrate his 29th birthday, fell, broke his left arm and had to withdraw. Prior to the 2006 Turin Olympic Games, Finland had won 71 medals in cross-country skiing, but not a single one in Alpine skiing. Tanja Poutiainen broke this winless streak when she obtained the silver medal in the last women’s event of the Games, the giant slalom. Curling was not exactly a popular sport in Italy, which qualified for the Olympic tournament only because it was the host country. But Italians, who watched television coverage of curling by the millions, were fascinated by the sport—and particularly by their team’s 22-year-old skip, Jöel Retornaz, with his unusual hairstyle and designer glasses. Italy scored upset victories over possible medallists United States and Canada, but finished in 7th place. Speed skating added a new event to its programme: the team pursuit. Two teams composed of three skaters start simultaneously at each side of the track, and the team members take turns “pulling” or leading the team. The skaters who are not pulling follow closely behind the leader to take advantage of the air currents. The team whose third skater crosses the finish line first is the winner. The exciting sport of snowboard cross was included in the Olympic program for the first time in 2006. Competitors race against each other in groups of four on a course that includes banked turns, jumps and difficult terrain. The first gold medals were won by Seth Wescott of the United States and Tanja Frieden of Switzerland. 10 February 2006, Opening Ceremony of the XXth Olympic Winter Games. The President of the Italian Republic Carlo Azaglio Ciampi Medal TableSee the list of teams and medals won by each. The MedalsBeginning as an olive wreath, medal designs have evolved over the years.Medals The MascotAn original image, it must give concrete form to the Olympic spirit.Mascot The TorchAn iconic part of any Olympic Games each host offers their unique version.Torch union leaders condemned the “Trumpization” of world politics protesters paraded a puppet of the American president through the streets of Turin unionists warned that extended workdays and anti-immigrant rhetoric were eroding hard-won labor protections also known as International Workers’ Day or Labor Day honors the struggles and achievements of workers and the labor movement Rallies are expected across the United States as well Across multiple countries, Trump’s agenda was cited as a source of concern. In the United States, organizers said their message this year focused on fighting Trump’s approach targeting immigrants, federal workers and diversity initiatives In Taiwan, President Lai Ching-te referenced new U.S. tariffs under Trump as he promoted a proposed spending bill aimed at stabilizing the job market and supporting livelihoods. In the Philippines, protest leader Mong Palatino warned that “tariff wars and policies of Trump” threatened local industries. Trump's image loomed over the day quite literally as a truck in the Tokyo march carried a doll made to resemble him participants’ demands ranged from higher wages and gender equality to health care a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine “For our children to be able to live with hope the rights of workers must be recognized,” said Junko Kuramochi said he worried about rising prices for imported raw materials “Everybody is fighting over work and so the contracts tend to go where the wages are cheapest,” he said And we hope Trump will eradicate conflict and inequalities.” about 2,500 Taiwanese union members began a march at the presidential office representing sectors from fisheries to telecommunications Protesters warned that Trump’s tariffs could cost jobs “This is why we hope that the government can propose plans to protect the rights of laborers,” said union leader Carlos Wang An autoworkers’ union carried a cutout car topped with a photo of Trump President Lai said on Facebook that his government had submitted a 410 billion New Taiwan dollar ($12.8 billion) bill to support industry and stabilize the job market thousands of Filipino workers marched near the presidential palace where police blocked access with barricades Protesters demanded higher wages and stronger protections for local jobs and businesses President Prabowo Subianto greeted thousands of workers who cheered him in Jakarta's National Monument Park “The government that I lead will work as hard as possible to eliminate poverty from Indonesia,” Subianto told the crowd About 200,000 Indonesian workers were expected to take part in May Day marches across Southeast Asia’s largest economy president of the Confederation of Indonesian Trade Unions They are demanding an end to outsourcing rules and protection for domestic workers and migrant workers abroad Istanbul mayor's arrest in focus of protests in Turkey In Turkey, May Day served as a platform not only for labor rights but for broader calls to uphold democratic values, as demonstrators planned to protest the jailing of Istanbul’s opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu His imprisonment in March sparked the country’s largest protests in more than a decade and Thursday’s public holiday offered the prospect of renewed anti-government displays Authorities blocked access to central Istanbul and shut down transit lines A law association said that more than 200 protesters were arrested before midday near Taksim Square a symbolic rallying point long closed to May Day gatherings including lawyers trying to follow the detentions Los Angeles is expected to host one of the world's largest May Day events this year and a banner there summarized the day’s theme: “One Struggle “We’re bringing the fight to the billionaires and politicians who are trying to divide us with fear and lies We know the truth — an attack on immigrant workers is an attack on all workers,” April Verrett president of the Service Employees International Union 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Emanuele II in the city's heart The property was built in the 17th century as a Regio Albergo di Virtu or Hotel of Virtue a place to train impoverished young locals for work the co-founder of the Italian Communist Party Guestroom at NH Collection Torino Piazza Carlina venerable stone floor mosaics in the lobby high-ceilinged guestrooms with natural wood floors the better to enjoy the room’s spaciousness There are 160 of these elegant rooms and suites and every room has a Lavazza coffee machine and a glass-fronted shower like the “gianduiotti,” the specialty hazelnut chocolate of Turin Some rooms have views across the city and even to the Alps The hotel also happens to have a terrific restaurant helmed by Chef Daniele Santovito veal cheek with Nebbiolo globe artichoke and purple carrot puree the wine list is full of Barolos and Barbarescos The bar is an especially convivial hangout usually filled with Torenesi and hotel guests at aperitivo time There are two rooftop terraces with sublime views as well a traditional Turinese hot drink made of layers of espresso at the 18th-century Cafe Al Bicerin in Turin The hotel is a short walk to the River Po and the city’s beloved Parco del Valentino But getting pleasantly lost in one of the joys of this city's narrow streets leading to wide piazzas the covered walkways known as “portici” that surround the many piazzas around the city is it any wonder that Turin was a favorite inspiration for the surrealist painter Giorgio de Chirico who painted infinite archways on some of his most famous canvases made with three distinctive layers of espresso It’s best sipped in one of the many art nouveau café adorned with mirrors and chandeliers I saw some of the city’s most impressive sites filled with period furniture and artworks – think Rubens and Rembrandt among others – and the rooms are suitably gilded and mirrored The hall of armor alone is worth the modest admission price Then there are the Greek and Roman archaeological works in the Museo di Antichità and the gardens designed by André Le Nôtre the genius behind the gardens at Versailles with a Sunday morning romp through the Balon Market the city’s monthly antiques and flea market which wraps itself serpent-like through a maze of linked streets offering up plenty of bric-a-brac and even a few elusive treasures among the hundreds of vendors The line for the Museo Nazionale del Cinema situated in the pagoda-like Mole Antonelliana which has one of the largest collections of Egyptian artifacts in the world Then there’s the Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli an art gallery on the top floor of the former Fiat factory is on the roof but now serves as a space for art exhibits which has a vaguely Parisian air of elegance That includes perusing the bookshops and galleries under the arcades on Via Po and slipping into cafes like Farmacia del Cambio which began life as a pharmacy and is now one of the city’s finest cafes made a bit more famous by Stanley Tucci in Searching for Italy Take a dive into some of the more stately arcades one of Turin’s most elegant places to sip a bicerin Architecture devotees must pop into Galleria San Federico where the Lux Cinema still has its original Art Deco signage If you want the big names in Italian fashion stroll down Via Roma and into Piazza San Carlo and pray that you get into the jewel box of Caffé San Carlo or Caffé Torino for a vermouth aperitivo in the land that gave us both vermouth – Martini and Cinzano are from Turin – and the custom of the aperitivo I can think of no better place to slow down and take in the passeggiata of evening strollers than under an arcade in elegant Turin Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker the liturgical remembrance of the Shroud of Turin holds a particularly deep significance because it is part of the Jubilee year: its meanings of faith and hope become even more vivid not only for the city of Turin that safeguards it which this year will be able to participate thanks to digital technologies making a virtual pilgrimage possible through dedicated programs and special connections during the press conference presenting the special initiatives related to the feast the Archbishop of Turin and Bishop of Susa but also diseases and the abandonment of the most vulnerable the Shroud is an “invitation to live a new life” because it is “the imprint of the resurrection,” and in this sense “which is always the belief that all the defeats in our history are not the final word because it tells us that there will be a judgment on history but there will nonetheless be a number of initiatives related to the Shroud They include dedicated programs and special connections and in the center of the capital of Piedmont right behind the cathedral where the Shroud is kept giving them the opportunity to learn about the Holy Shroud a full-size reproduction of the Shroud will be displayed on a table which can be “explored” by illuminating some of the most significant details “I hope that this new approach,” emphasized Cardinal Repole particular attention has been given to the younger generations The project of the Archdiocese of Turin was created not only for the Jubilee Year but also for the Feast of the Young People which concludes the cycle of catechesis for 2024-2025 which began on November 8th of last year and is now in its third edition This is being led by Repole with young people The initiative was made possible thanks to the contribution of the Piedmont Region Thank you for reading our article. 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Just click here French union leaders condemned the “Trumpization” of world politics May Day protesters paraded a puppet of the American president through the streets of Turin hundreds of thousands turned out for Thursday's rallies marking International Workers’ Day many united in anger over US President Donald Trump’s agenda -- from aggressive tariffs stoking fears of global economic turmoil to immigration crackdowns organizers framed this year’s protests as a pushback against what they called a sweeping assault on labor protections union leaders warned that extended workdays and rising anti-immigrant sentiment were dismantling labor protections thousands marched behind banners denouncing fascism and war -- part of a wider backlash against the global surge of hard-right politics union leaders predicted hundreds of thousands would join demonstrations across the country fueled by anger over US military and trade influence in Europe Far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon condemned Washington’s role in global instability accusing the US of pushing Europe toward conflict and economic subservience “If the North Americans don’t want our goods anymore we can just sell them to others,” he said thousands marched through the major arteries of Madrid with demands ranging from a shorter workweek to answers for a historic power outage that blacked out the Iberian Peninsula earlier this week “The world has changed a bit with Trump’s arrival,” said Ángel López “The arrival of the far right to a country like the United States is a major global shift.” Trump’s image loomed over the day -- quite literally -- as a truck in the Tokyo march carried a doll made to resemble him Demonstrators there called for higher wages and an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine “For our children to be able to live with hope the rights of workers must be recognized,” said Junko Kuramochi a member of a mothers’ group in Tokyo said he feared the rising cost of imported raw materials and so the contracts tend to go where the wages are cheapest,” he said And we hope Trump will eradicate conflict and inequalities.” “This is why we hope the government can propose plans to protect the rights of laborers,” said union leader Carlos Wang An autoworkers’ union carried a cutout car topped with a photo of Trump Lai said his administration had submitted a 410 billion New Taiwan dollar ($12.8 billion) bill to support local industry and shield the economy from global shocks thousands of Filipino workers rallied near the presidential palace Protesters demanded wage hikes and stronger protections for local jobs and small businesses Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto addressed a cheering crowd at the National Monument Park “The government that I lead will work as hard as possible to eliminate poverty from Indonesia,” he said Roughly 200,000 workers were expected to take part in May Day rallies across Southeast Asia’s largest economy and stronger protections for both domestic and migrant laborers 100 international delegations, representing the diversity and global footprint of the Special Olympics movement, will descend on Turin, Italy, this week for the official opening of the World Winter Games Turin 2025 These are the first Special Olympics World Winter Games to be successfully staged since 2017 and excitement is high amongst the 1,500 athletes competing in eight different sports in venues across Turin and the Piedmont region In a first for the Special Olympics movement, a team of four athletes with intellectual disabilities from Special Olympics Russia will participate at the World Winter Games Turin 2025 as neutral athletes “Special Olympics creates a welcoming space for everyone Including athletes in the SOIA delegation is a statement that sport has the power to unify people Turin 2025 is our biggest opportunity to show the world what is possible when you choose to include,” said Lou Lauria will host the World Winter Games and demonstrate the extraordinary power of sport to end marginalization and build inclusion and solidarity for people with intellectual disabilities Some 1,000 coaches and delegations’ officials will support the delegations in their competition efforts, while an estimated 2,000 volunteers will ensure the smooth running of the World Winter Games. In a significant step towards gender equity at Special Olympics Games, 45.61% of athletes and Unified partners (playing partners without intellectual disabilities) up from 32% at the World Winter Games 2017 In terms of the geographic breakdown of delegations, the largest contingent of delegations hails from the Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Region with 51 national Programs sending delegations to compete at the World Winter Games In addition, 18 delegations will travel from the Special Olympics Middle/East North Africa Region to compete, whilst nine delegations are making the trip from the Special Olympics Asia Pacific Region Completing the list is the Special Olympics Independent Athletes delegation One of the key sporting highlights to feature at the World Winter Games Turin 2025 is the debut of DanceSport a high-energy indoor event that combines elements of dance and athletic competition and offers a pathway for athletes hailing from countries with no winter sports to compete at the World Winter Games Meanwhile, 200 school children with and without intellectual disabilities will take part in a unique demonstration of the Special Olympics Young Athletes program, a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2 to 7 years old. They will be joined virtually by an additional 2,000 Young Athletes from across Italy for this unique session. The World Winter Games Turin 2025 will officially open at a ceremony at the Inalpi Arena, Turin, on Saturday, 8 March and run until Saturday, 15 March. Grammy nominated singer and song writer, Aloe Blacc, will deliver the headline musical performance at the Opening Ceremony. We recognise you are attempting to access this website from a country belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA) including the EU which enforces the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and therefore cannot grant you access at this time. For any issues, e-mail us at web@pinalcentral.com or call us at 520-836-7461. Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the world A rooftop test-track-turned-urban park awaits modern visitors of Fiat’s former Lingotto factory in Turin Photographer: Marco Bertorello/AFP via Getty Images The manufacturing hub is the home of Italy’s biggest automaker. But as the industry recedes the city has been expanding its bike and transit infrastructure.  XLinkedInEmailLinkGiftFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftBy November 26 2024 at 8:00 AM ESTBookmarkSaveIf Detroit means “Motor City” to Americans Turin carries a comparable connotation for Italians the Piedmontese city of 850,000 has been the national hub for vehicle manufacturing for more than a century Turin has been rocked by the decline of its auto factories over recent decades But cars no longer define Turin like they once did. Consider Fiat’s expansive Lingotto factory the biggest auto production facility in Europe a century ago Half a kilometer long and five stories tall the massive modernist structure dominates its neighborhood south of the city’s historic center More than 1,500 athletes and Unified partners (athletes without intellectual disabilities) from 100 global delegations will compete in eight winter sports from March 8 – 15 in Turin Italy as part of one of the largest inclusive sports events of the year  — Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 The week will mark the first World Winter Games since 2017 with ESPN media platforms bringing coverage of the World Winter Games across the globe Coverage for the Games will begin with the World Games Opening Ceremony at Inalpi Arena on March 8 starting at 12 p.m Jen Lada and Special Olympics athlete Daina Shilts will host along with reporting in Turin from Victoria Arlen and Sam Borden live event coverage for Figure Skating will air on March 12 beginning at 11:15 a.m Live event coverage for Short Track Speed Skating will air March 13 through March 14 beginning at 3:30 a.m Patrick Kinas and Olympic Silver Medalist Ben Agosto will lead live figure skating coverage with Victoria Arlen providing athlete interviews Victoria Arlen and Daina Shilts also will be reporting ESPN’s coverage will be rounded out with a Best Of Special Olympics World Games Turin 2025 program April 6 from 1 – 2 p.m capturing and recapping the top moments from the World Games along with original multiple features and stories Victoria Arlen and Daina Shilts will be reporting for the show ABC and The Walt Disney Company to showcase the inspiring stories of Special Olympics athletes competing on the global stage in Turin and the life changing benefits of promoting social inclusion and acceptance on and off the field of play,” said Kevin Martinez Vice President of ESPN Corporate Citizenship “Special Olympics continues to break barriers foster inclusion and demonstrate the unifying power of sport and we are proud to bring these moments to audiences around the world.” ESPN’s relationship with Special Olympics spans more than 40 years with ESPN serving as the official global media partner for Special Olympics World Games and USA Games events in Los Angeles (2015) as well as the 50th Anniversary of Special Olympics in Chicago in 2018 ESPN and Special Olympics have a long-standing alliance to use the power of sports to promote social inclusion and acceptance through support and sponsorship of Special Olympics Unified Sports® Dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences Unified Sports® brings athletes with and without intellectual disabilities on to the same team It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding ESPN has served as the Global Presenting Sponsor of Unified Sports® resulting in a 182 percent increase in Unified participants globally bringing the number to over 1.8 million participants Need Photos? Click the logo and sign up for access to the ESPN Images Library SYDNEY (OSV News) — After centuries of scientific testing and debate the Shroud of Turin remains one of the most intriguing religious artifacts in the world for both sceptics and believers an expert on the shroud’s authenticity Patrick’s Catholic Church in the Bondi district of Sydney in advance of the Australian Holy Shroud Conference to be held in June he presented 10 pieces of compelling evidence out of 99 he found that support the shroud’s historical and scientific significance West began the evening by reminiscing on his journey with the shroud in the 1980s when he was advised to watch the documentary “The Silent Witness” — a film that greatly expanded interest in the shroud worldwide Then came the carbon dating results of the late 1980s claiming it only dated between 1260 and 1790 when West saw a poster of the shroud in a Catholic bookstore he thought to himself: “Those people are still promoting this route Don’t they realize that it’s a fake?” to “explain to people why it really is a fake” and started doing research West discovered evidence that led him to reconsider his position he published a book “The Shroud Rises As the Carbon Date is Buried,” in which he suggests the 1988 carbon date for the shroud “has finally been shown to be seriously flawed.” Newer dating tests have indicated the shroud is 2,000 years old That’s one of the first things you notice about the shroud,” he explained He described how not only are the obvious wounds — such as the large blood flow from the side — evident but every scourge mark on both the front and back of the cloth is accompanied by bloodstains “The research has shown very clearly that those blood flows and clots are 100 percent accurate and intact,” he said all of those blood clots covering the whole body are all intact “Forensic pathologists from all over the world have studied it and they’ve been absolutely amazed at how precise the details are,” he continued.“Artists The shroud actually shows clots of blood — every deposit is an intact clot.” West further emphasized his point by referencing Pierre Barbet a French surgeon who spent much of World War I treating battlefield casualties before becoming a leading professor and head surgeon at a major Paris hospital “Barbet was basically obsessed with blood and through that he became obsessed with the shroud,” West explained “He said that he just couldn’t fault it at all and for him that one aspect of the shroud was enough to convince him that it was definitely our Lord.” Other evidence West spoke about related to “clear signs of dirt from Jerusalem.” “They found that dirt had a chemical fingerprint a special limestone soil not really found anywhere else in the world West spoke on a close-up of the linen fabric itself science has discovered that because it’s not made from any artistic materials the only way scientists can reproduce this even today is by using a huge burst of ultraviolet light from excellent lasers,” West explained “they could never ever produce the whole image because it would take more electrical power than we have even today,” he said Also read: Supporters offer million-dollar prize to replicate Shroud of Turin Listen to a Catholic Review Radio show on the topic:  Print Catholic Review Media communicates the Gospel and its impact on people’s lives in the Archdiocese of Baltimore and beyond Catholic Review Media provides intergenerational communications that inform inspire and engage Catholics and all of good will in the mission of Christ through diverse forms of media Catholic Media Assocation Maryland-Delaware-DC Press Association The Associated Church Press The theme of "the Strength of Kindness" set the tone for the Opening Ceremony of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 This event marked the official start of the Games celebrating not only the physical strength and dedication required to compete at the World Games but also the quiet strength behind the transformative power of inclusion that Special Olympics athletes embody every day Notable celebrities came out to honor the real stars of the Games—the athletes Grammy-nominated singer Aloe Blacc got the crowd on their feet with a performance of his Wake Me Up Rain saluted the athletes which his song Supereroi Known for their live events and immersive shows Balich Wonder Studio was the mastermind behind the spectacular kickoff event athletes were at the forefront of every moment of the festivities athletes and performers with and without intellectual disabilities took center stage lighting up the evening with their talents always a highlight of the Opening Ceremony kicked off the night with palpable excitement 1,500 athletes and Unified partners (teammates without intellectual disabilities) from 100 nations proudly marched into the arena behind their country's billboard the 9 appointed Sargent Shriver Global Messengers (SSGMs) took to the stage alongside Special Olympics Board Chairman Dr “These athletes want to change your life and make you more joyful They will not fail.” Special Olympics Europe Eurasia SSGM Gilmour Borg delivered an inspiring speech that resonated with the audience saying “We will not leave these competitions just as athletes but as champions ready for the next challenge—to show everyone outside of Special Olympics that they should believe in us too After traveling from Greece, being blessed by the Vatican, and making its way to Turin, the Flame of Hope was carried into the arena by athletes and Unified partners from each of Special Olympics' seven regions: It was a night brimming with fanfare and joy where athletes from around the world gathered in Turin for the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 They showcased the true power of “The Strength of Kindness,” leaving an indelible mark on all who witnessed their incredible spirit and resilience VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Shroud of Turin one of Catholicism’s most valued devotional items will be digitally showcased during the Holy Year 2025 allowing visitors to engage with the revered relic like never before a linen cloth many believe is the burial shroud of Jesus Christ and bears his image traditionally draws thousands of pilgrims during rare public displays While there will be no physical exposition of the shroud in 2025 the Archdiocese of Turin unveiled plans March 15 for a multimedia initiative featuring a full-scale digital version of the cloth to offer the faithful a new way to explore its image and mystery we have sought a new approach to the shroud focusing on new digital technologies,” said Cardinal Roberto Repole of Turin at a news conference in Turin announcing the initiative while virtually linked to the Vatican press office because it is also the imprint of the Resurrection — of someone who is no longer in death,” the cardinal said connecting the shroud to the Jubilee theme of hope Visitors to the northern Italian city can experience the “Tent of the Shroud” in Turin’s main square where the life-sized digital replica will be displayed on an interactive table The installation allows viewers to illuminate and explore key details of the cloth the crown of thorns and the marks of crucifixion The digital replica of the shroud will be made available online after its exhibition in Turin The tent will also host a photographic exhibit titled “Faces in the Face” — a collection of portraits and images that explore the face of Christ as reflected in the Shroud of Turin and in the faces of people both throughout history and in present day youth and hope also will be offered in the tent is to engage young people in the mystery and message of the shroud hundreds of young people from the dioceses of Turin and Susa will gather at the tent for a day of prayer and reflection as part of local Jubilee celebrations Organizers also are planning for the young people to join for a moment of prayer in front of the digital shroud while connected live with Pope Francis Cardinal Repole said he hoped the new way of engaging with the shroud “will draw new people who are interested in the shroud in its vision and particularly what it represents to younger generations.” ” because it opens us up to contain all the good that we experience in this life The Shroud of Turin has been venerated for centuries as a relic of Jesus’ passion and resurrection While its authenticity remains a topic of scientific debate the shroud holds deep devotional significance to many Catholics and has inspired pilgrimages and extensive research and due to its fragile condition is only occasionally displayed to the public during special events The last time the shroud was on display was in 2015 I’m learning to be proud of myself and to support other people who still don’t believe in themselves.” she proves that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are a force to be reckoned with challenging outdated beliefs (or challenging those people that think otherwise) Elisa is an Italian figure skater and dancer who competed in Turin in DanceSport While she performed on stage at Palazzo delle Feste she also found herself on stage in a vastly different role at the beginning of Games This was a remarkable experience for Elisa especially for someone who at an early age was expected not to talk Elisa’s doctors found that she had a duplication in her 12th chromosome which made it difficult for her to walk This diagnosis led her parents to seek help for their daughter in whatever ways they could After she was denied physical therapy due to other people having a higher likelihood of success Elisa’s parents sought guidance from a specialist who was able to help her walk for the first time Another doctor aided her journey as he found that cutting gluten and casein from her diet would help her eat more and improve her diet she worked on her reading and writing while discovering social skills through class experiences Elisa joined an artistic skating team that also helped her build stronger physical and mental skills the better her health became as she and her parents watched her grow stronger and stronger This strength helped her when she became an adult as she discovered her confidence and love for dancing Her passion and hard work in dancing took her all the way to Turin where she performed on a global stage against dancers of all dance styles As part of all competition with Special Olympics athletes go through Divisioning – a system that ensures athletes compete with other athletes of similar ability levels in equitable divisions This practice marks one of the fundamental differences between Special Olympics competitions and those of most other sports organizations Elisa was selected to the top level: Performing Arts Solo F01 she competed in the F01 Division Solo Final where she danced a contemporary styled academy dance routine and finished in fourth place in classic or standard style.     Speaking about her experience leading up to Games “The main barrier I have overcome is the external prejudice about my ability to dance and skate This prejudice started to slow down my desire to succeed I found people who believed in me and gave me the chance to try and Elisa left Turin with pride in her performance Each of them helping to transform the world View this post on Instagram A post shared by Special Olympics (@specialolympics) Visit any of the venues, and you’ll see it firsthand—high fives, fist bumps, and energetic crowds. The sportsmanship at Special Olympics is extraordinary.  Ya-Fang Chang, a Special Olympics Chinese Taipei Athlete described it as one of her favorite parts of the Games saying that she loved how “the audience applauds for every athlete and the interactions between athletes.”  Pins are a popular item at the World Winter Games, and the creativity and intention behind each design is evident. Athletes, coaches, volunteers, families, and friends can be seen proudly wearing their pins throughout the city. Ewen Barclay, a Special Olympics Canada Athlete called pin trading one of her highlights of the Games: “All the pins you get to collect Turin, Italy – 12 December – The countdown is on to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 (Winter Games) which will be staged in Turin and Special Olympics athletes have all shared the same message to promote the Winter Games: “The future is here.” will host the Winter Games and demonstrate the extraordinary power of sport to end marginalization and build inclusion and solidarity for people with intellectual disabilities At a press conference at the Palazzo Reale in Turin Minister of Sport and Youth of the Italian Republic Minister of Disabilities of the Italian Republic Minister of Tourism of the Italian Republic all emphasized the importance of the Winter Games to end prejudice towards individuals with intellectual disabilities The press conference was officially opened by Special Olympics Italy athlete Lorenzo Mancino who told the audience that the World Winter Games would challenge the negative stereotypes and misconceptions that individuals with intellectual disabilities too often face in their daily lives “The claim of the Winter Games is The Future is Here because it gives us a glimpse of a welcoming future and because in 2025 we have the duty to do something significant to create a new culture of disability and make inroads into people's hearts and minds; because disability is part of humanity and the beauty of differences that characterize each of us,” he said President of the Turin 2025 Winter World Games Local Organising Committee commented: “Hosting this event is a fantastic opportunity for Turin Piedmont and all of Italy to break down barriers and prejudices dedication and talent of athletes with intellectual disabilities and promotes a culture of coexistence and sharing” and approximately 100,000 spectators will take part in the event The press conference was also addressed by Daniela Santanchè who said: "We are proud to host this important international event an initiative in which the government has invested with conviction This event represents a unique opportunity to celebrate sport as a tool for participation and growth it allows us to showcase to the world the spirit of hospitality and inclusion that characterizes Italy through the stories of courage and passion of athletes from all over the world that every barrier can be overcome thanks to their contagious joy of life and the team spirit that unites us." commented: “In this event we will meet friends from many nations in a historical phase in which the world is divided and too many conflicts deny the inviolable right to life we will unite under the flag of Special Olympics with a special joy for ‘ours’ who will wear the blue jersey with honor.” said: “The Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 will be an extraordinary event demonstrating how sport can break down barriers and build bridges providing countless emotions and a sense of belonging We must offer opportunities and start seeing each person's potential rather than their limitations with their enthusiasm and desire to be there and participate Additional speakers/quotes available from the press conference: Mayor of Turin: “With the Special Olympics World Games our City is preparing to host a major international sporting event and a community that is a source of inspiration in promoting a culture of inclusion and respect is expressed in one of its purest forms: an invitation to overcome the barriers that separate us and to recognise the value of every individual It will be a pleasure to welcome athletes and delegations from all over the world in a year that promises to be one of great sport for the region which will also host the Winter Universiade.” Culture and Sport of the Piedmont Region: "Piedmont is ready to welcome the Special Olympics World Winter Games in March making our mountains the global stage for inclusion and inspiring life stories that will remind us of the power of determination and courage to overcome any obstacle This event is an extraordinary opportunity to demonstrate that sport is a universal language capable of uniting people and cultures while showcasing the beauty of our region and our hospitality The Games will be a time for us to be moved because Special Olympics is not just about medals Special Olympics Athletes: “I’m here representing the 1,500 Special Olympics athletes from all over the world who will come to our country for the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 I am incredibly proud to wear the blue uniform at such an important event For me—and for all of us—this is a fantastic opportunity to show the entire world our abilities my heart full of joy knowing that athletes like me from all over the planet will come to our Country to give their all are the true protagonists—not because we are athletes with disabilities President of Special Olympics Italy: “We are confident that the near future will be a time in which diversity will no longer be a limitation but going beyond mere talk of integration and inclusion The World Games will demonstrate to the global audience how fair participation in a sporting event can serve as a metaphor for life: By participating This approach can erase all forms of discrimination and lead the way for the self-determination that lies at the heart of every Special Olympics athlete’s journey This legacy will be passed on not only through the experiences of the athletes but also through the communities involved and the cultural change the Games promote." Major of Bardonecchia: “Bardonecchia is proud to host the Special Olympics World Games from March 8 – 15 Our town has a long tradition of welcoming these athletes We're ready to provide a wonderful experience for all involved in the Special Olympics community.” Major of Sestriere: "Sestriere is thrilled to host the Special Olympics Winter Games 2025 athletes but it's also about having fun and feeling carefree Major of Pragelato: "Pragelato is excited to welcome the Special Olympics and host competitions for various disciplines Our town will once again be filled with the Olympic spirit This is going to be a fantastic celebration for our community.” and Sustainability at Coca-Cola Italy: “Coca-Cola has been a founding partner and global sponsor of Special Olympics since 1968 and we are proud to continue our commitment alongside Special Olympics to support the upcoming Winter World Games Turin 2025 and the sites of Sestriere We have always been dedicated to promoting a more inclusive society also through corporate volunteering programs where everyone can achieve great goals and celebrate the unique power of sport to drive positive change and break down barriers.” CEO of Toyota Motor Italy: “Being a partner of Special Olympics means being part of an extraordinary journey filled with inspiration and meaningful values The athletes teach us the strength of determination and the ability to turn obstacles into opportunities These values guide our commitment to creating technologies and services that make mobility inclusive and sustainable with their enthusiasm and active participation demonstrate our company’s values and unwavering commitment.”    Senior Director of Communications and Advertising at Intesa Sanpaolo: “We are proud to renew our support for Special Olympics Italy particularly on the occasion of the World Winter Games This year we are Presenting Partner of the event in which 88 Italian athletes will have the opportunity to compete in an international context demonstrating how sport can be a powerful vehicle for inclusion and growth the initiative has been promoted on the Group's website where activities with Special Olympics have obtained over one and a half million views At Intesa Sanpaolo we believe that sport is a common good to be protected every day we take to the field with the desire to contribute with enthusiasm and energy to the dissemination of principles and values that are fundamental for the growth of new generations: healthy competitiveness full schedule and how to watch liveWhat do you need to know about this remarkable event in Turin Over 1500 athletes and partners are expected to attend the gathering, as well as 2000 volunteers, 1000 officials, and 3000 family members and friends, to compete in eight sports and take part in the Special Olympics Motor Activity Training Program (MATP), which is a non-competitive programme. Here is what else you need to know about this year's event. There are eight sports being contested at this year's Special Olympics World Winter Games, plus the MATP. The MATP will take place in both Bardonecchia and Turin. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Special Olympics World Games (@specialolympicsworldgames) The following Special Olympics (SO) delegations will compete in Turin at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 and short track speed skating competitions on ESPN+ and ESPN3 and other competitions on ESPN SportsCenter A one-hour special will also air on ABC on 6 April at 1pm Eastern Time (10am Pacific time) Show Breaking News BarCloseHouston LifeTessa Barrera which features a certified copy of the Shroud from the Archdiocese of Turin offers visitors a unique opportunity to examine the mysteries surrounding the ancient relic National Museum of Funeral History President and CEO “It is proven that it is a shroud of a scourged man somebody who died with horrendous injuries and wounds,” she said It presents an in-depth look at the Shroud widely believed by many to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ visitors can explore the established history and scientific studies that have attempted to verify its origins The exhibit does not advocate a particular viewpoint but instead lays out the known facts allowing visitors to form their own conclusions about the identity of the “man of the Shroud.” is left up to whomever you feel that that man is,” Keeney stated The Shroud of Turin has long been a subject of fascination and controversy and forensic research have yielded differing results regarding its authenticity making it one of history’s most studied religious relics This exhibit provides an engaging platform for visitors to explore the intersection of faith The Most Famous Burial of All Time exhibit is expected to attract a broad audience from the devoutly religious to skeptics and history enthusiasts alike The National Museum of Funeral History, known for its diverse exhibitions on funeral customs and traditions across cultures For those interested in visiting, the exhibit is now open at the National Museum of Funeral History in Houston, Texas More information about museum hours and ticketing can be found on the museum’s official website Copyright 2025 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved Tessa Barrera was born and raised in Corpus Christi TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Meet the Team Careers at KPRC Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. located just 45 minutes from Milan by train—has somehow remained blithely under wraps It doesn’t take long after arriving in the Piedmontese capital to discover its inimitable elegance Baroque architecture resembling that of Paris or Vienna houses the myriad of historic museums and galleries while slashes of snow-capped Alpine mountains are visible from the grand squares and cobbled streets all bustling with old cafes and restaurants serving traditional Piedmontese dishes Stay long enough and you’ll find that Turin’s unique blend of art and quality food runs in the city’s blood—and serves as a promising indication that a new era as a tourist hotspot is firmly on the horizon and while they remain ripe for refurbishment their central location and guarantee of five-star hospitality make them the ideal launchpad for luxury travelers Turin is a culinary capital in its own right where lunch is an elegant event and meals come with the promise of quality Piedmontese traditions and plenty of the region’s local ingredients The one thing to know about traditional Piedmontese meals While other Italian regions might serve a light selection of antipasti Meals begin with an assortment of at least three to five plates followed by a traditional assortment of hearty meat and pasta dishes to risotto al barolo (braised beef risotto) to rice and pasta dishes with the famous tartufo d’Alba in the fall A contemporary riff on the traditional Piedmontese dish of vitello tonnato.Photo: Getty ImagesIf you want to indulge in traditional Piedmontese dishes while dining among locals in a casual atmosphere visit Ristorante Da Mauro and Pastificio Defilippis for the best agnolotti and Ristorante Consorzio for the finanziera stew Trattoria Bar Coco’s is another unassuming local favorite where traditional fare like vitello tonnato and pasta e fagioli are the standouts One of the most popular eateries in Turin is Scannabue deemed Bib Gourmand on the Michelin guide for its high-quality ingredients and good value order anything and you’ll surely get your money’s worth which serves innovative interpretations of traditional Piedmontese dishes As it’s a small space and a relatively sceney spot for Turin visit beloved bakery Perino Vesco for pizza and focaccia or Pastificio Baretti di Ugazio Giovanni serving a wide variety of traditional Piedmontese pasta dishes which you can select at the counter and eat on the spot you’re in luck; Piedmont is Italy's leader in chocolate production and Baratti & Milano is the oldest and best confectionery to satisfy your sweet tooth Turin’s 40-plus street markets offer a vibrant and affordable way to experience the rich culinary heritage of Piedmont The best among them—which are open year-round and also sell antique and vintage wares along with an assortment of the region’s best cheeses and cured meats from local producers—include Gran Balon Mercato di Porta Palazzo and Mercato Piazza Benefica at Giardino Luigi Martini If it’s more vintage shopping you’re after and you happen to be in touch on the third Sunday of the month an expansive vintage market that surrounds the Gran Madre di Dio church Italian architect Carlo Mollino’s former apartment located on the first floor of Villa Avondo regularly lures the fashion crowd from Milan to Turin for a day trip The apartment features all of the original furnishings designed and chosen by the celebrated mid-century designer and has been arranged to illustrate its original setting offering a comprehensive look into Mollino’s professional and creative vision Courtesy of Turismo TurinoStay in Turin a while longer and you’ll uncover the art and culture scene that brews beneath its surface see a classical performance at the famous Teatro Regio di Torino opera house which burned down in 1936 and was magnificently renovated and restored by the celebrated architect in the 1970s Historic museums set within ornate palazzos occupy much of the city a 16th-century palace built for the House of Savoy The city’s rich historical landmarks also double as centers for the modern art community that’s beginning to flourish here Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli is an art gallery housed on the top floor of the Lingotto building which was founded in 1899 by Giovanni Agnelli Pista 500 can be found on the roof of the building as an exhibition space for rotating artistic installations Another ode to Turin’s rich automotive history is Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile an automobile museum that hosts a rare collection of over 200 original cars of 80 brands from around the world The village of Serralunga d’Alba village in the Barolo wine region.Photo: Francesco Bergamaschi / Getty ImagesOther notable contemporary art spaces include Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo a non-profit contemporary art space founded by the titular art collector a contemporary art museum featuring works from the 1960s to present-day Fondazione Merz is set in a former heating plant from the 1930s and features the collaborative work of husband-and-wife artist duo if you have more time (and room in your stomach) Piedmont’s culinary mecca—known for its white truffles—is also the capital of one of Italy’s leading wine regions or simply use Turin as a launchpad for exploring the greater Piedmont region book a vintage driving tour with Diego at Driving Vintage and explore additional villages like Bra a sustainable luxury retreat in the Le Langhe hillside The Danish Home Lighting Trend That Can Improve Your Mental Health In America’s Cities, Saunas Are Becoming the Hottest Social Spot Millie Bobby Brown Shares Her Favorite Paella Recipe—and Details About Her Wedding to Jake Bongiovi A Day-by-Day Guide to Hiking the Legendary Nakasendo Trail in Japan Never miss a Vogue moment and get unlimited digital access for just $2 $1 per month Interview by Rachel Rees selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter Turin has a reputation of being cold and industrial – Fiat hills and parks such as Parco del Valentino You can see the mountains from the city and go skiing within an hour I left Turin when I was 19 to study at Bocconi University in Milan I still go back to Turin once or twice a year – I stay at the Principi di Piemonte a tower shaped like a reverse champagne glass that houses the Museo Nazionale del Cinema Faloni on the Rampa Sud of Pinacoteca Agnelli’s Pista 500 © Andrea PugiottoPista 500’s Rampa Sud © Andrea PugiottoThe Pinacoteca Agnelli art gallery occupies the top floor of the former Fiat car factory © Andrea PugiottoI’ve noticed that I buy my clothes while in Turin because I know where to go Via Lagrange is a new area with a lot of high-end boutiques but I’ve gone to Sebastian Torino for shirts since I was a child: everything can be completely bespoke and personalised for each customer while in Milan you feel the business element of the city in people’s clothing I wanted to bring the way of dressing I knew from home to a global customer San Carlo dal 1973 is another favourite clothing shop that was opened by its founder It has an amazing ambience: I was inspired by it in my own flagship stores where I’ve recreated typical Torino lounges L’ibrida Bottega is Turin’s answer to Daunt Books The Fontana del Po in Piazza CLN © Andrea PugiottoThe portico at Caffè Torino © Andrea PugiottoEating at Del Cambio is like being transported back 200 years traditional covered walkways built like arches under the buildings you can walk for kilometres without getting wet The portici run through two of the city’s main squares Between the two is a fantastic little square which is very old-school Italian and contains my favourite restaurant used to eat there: it’s just across from Palazzo Carignano so they could call him back if something was happening Eating there is like being transported back 200 years Faloni at Caffè Torino © Andrea PugiottoThe bar at Caffè Torino © Andrea PugiottoWhile Del Cambio is good for expensive fine dining Porto di Savona offers an experience for everyone serving authentic Piedmontese food osteria-style a sliced veal dish with a mayonnaise made from tuna and anchovies invented in Turin Turin is also famous for its red wines and truffles: if you visit in truffle season – November and early December – you have to try them For coffee and desserts in an old-school setting the team I support; a game between Juventus and the city’s other team They also run an annual tech week in the city and own the Pinacoteca Agnelli gallery (which occupies the top floor and rooftop test track at the former Fiat car factory) and the Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile is one of the biggest Egyptian museums outside Cairo The good thing about Turin is that it’s always the same Its architecture is both sophisticated – it’s often referred to as Little Paris – and humble It’s a fantastic place for people who love Italy Caffè Torino caffetorino1903.it Del Cambio delcambio.it Pfatisch pfatisch.com Stratta stratta1836.it L’ibrida Bottega libridabottega.it San Carlo dal 1973 sancarlodal1973.com Sebastian Torino sebastiantorino.com Museo Egizio museoegizio.it Museo Nazionale dell’Automobile di Torino museoauto.com Museo Nazionale del Cinema museocinema.it  Palazzo Carignano Via Accademia delle Scienze 5 Pinacoteca Agnelli pinacoteca-agnelli.it Principi di Piemonte gruppouna.it This year’s message—“The Future is Here”—resonates deeply with athletes focusing on fostering a future where inclusion and community are at the forefront we will highlight eight phenomenal athletes who will represent their nations in Turin Their journeys of passion and dedication reflecting the transformative impact of sport With a gold medal at the World Games in Schladming in 2017 I'm extremely excited about the World Games.” Helen Nääme, 37, from Estonia, is a determined DanceSport athlete competing in the Games for the very first time While Helen’s journey was challenging at first I encourage her to continue because she truly enjoys it.” performing in front of large audiences has helped boost Helen’s confidence as together with her dancing partner Urmas Helen performed at several different events over the past months to prepare for the Games “I’m looking forward to meeting new people and being my best self Uroš Kotnik from Slovenia is a cross country skier has already won several gold medals—adding two more from the Schladming Winter Games in 2024 He is my ‘Forrest Gump’—he just keeps going.” Uroš’s goal in Turin: “To do my best and make my country proud.” we will also be following the journeys of: They are set to compete and join 1,500 athletes and Unified partners from 100 nations will stage world-class competitions across multiple locations: The Games will begin with a spectacular opening ceremony on 8 March and conclude with an emotional farewell with the Closing Ceremony on 15 March these athletes prove that different experiences are more than just a platform of inspiration—they are a story worth sharing While the collective symphony of languages and new encounters are set to enthrall the athletes it’s pretty clear that a future where everyone has a chance to be their best selves through sport is on everyone’s mind At the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 [Turin, Italy, 12 March 2025] An unforgettable celebration of inclusion and joy united 2,000 children across Italy through Young Athletes For the first time, simultaneous virtual participation in Young Athletes was offered along with in-person programing. In addition to 200 Young Athletes participating on site at Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 another 2,000 participated virtually from over 20 schools across Italy the largest Young Athletes activation ever The hybrid approach was designed to engage as many children as possible during the Games and showcase the possibilities of school-based inclusive early childhood play programs The Young Athletes program builds gross motor skills among children with and without intellectual disabilities aged 2 to 7 years old by introducing basic sport skills such as running and community members the chance to share the joy of sport with all children Inclusive play helps children without disabilities better understand and accept others and family members report that Young Athletes raises their hopes for their child’s future Standing at an impressive 1.98 meters tall Sebastiaan Van Luijn faced bullying during his childhood which could have easily deterred him from his dreams he found strength in his passion for sport and the unwavering encouragement of those around him which will take place from 8 to 15 March next year will be the world’s largest sports and humanitarian event with a total of 1,500 athletes representing more than 100 countries gathering in Italy to compete Sebastiaan’s story is part of the ‘Celebrate the Exceptional’ campaign, supported by Toyota Motor Europe and UPS a visual and narrative project designed to spotlight eight exceptional Special Olympics winter athletes representing their countries at the World Winter Games Turin 2025 Sebastiaan’s height made him a target for bullies an experience that could have had a lasting impact "I didn't understand it before," said Sebastiaan who currently works as a groundskeeper in parks and public gardens "I was bullied a lot with my big body and I was often sad about that But now I'm at peace with it and I have a lot of lovely people around me." Thanks to his family’s proactive approach and the supportive conversations they had with the parents of the bullies "Sometimes I still find it difficult," continued Sebastiaan "There are still people who are mean to me but I am proud of myself and that is the most important thing" The support system around Sebastiaan—his family and coaches—was instrumental in helping him push past the negative experiences "My mother is very important to me," he said They talk to me and then I feel completely better His mother Inge added: "We have to do it together and we are stronger together.”Sebastiaan who has grown to become a much-loved celebrity in his home city of Beverwijk believes that having a strong support network is crucial in overcoming obstacles a lesson he now carries with him into his athletic career “I know for sure that he is very proud of me It would be so nice to win a medal for him.” Sebastiaan’s journey in short track speed skating began at a young age when he first asked his teacher where he could practice it The search led him to the Haarlemse Foundation for Ice Skating where he began with long track skating before taking up short track skating in 2013 "I think short track competitions are really fun," said Sebastiaan "It's an exciting sport that challenges me Sebastiaan has also received incredible support from his skating club The club's trainers have been instrumental in his preparation for Turin 2025 providing additional sessions and valuable tips Sebastiaan's skating club also helped raise funds for a special pair of custom-made skates that fit his unique size 54 feet "I’ve been using these skates for two years now As Sebastiaan prepares for the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 he continues to focus on his physical fitness and nutrition to ensure that he is in peak form for the competition His goal is clear: to represent the Netherlands with pride and hopefully secure a spot on the podium Sebastiaan’s message to other athletes with disabilities is one of perseverance: “Not only dream it will be amazing to achieve your dreams!” The short track speed skating competition will take place between 11 and 14 March at the Palasport Tazzoli in Torino The Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 will be held in Italy from 8-15 March with over 1,500 athletes from more than 100 countries competing across eight sports: alpine skiing Gonzalo Escobar from Special Olympics Chile earned the first medal of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 Gonzalo, who traveled to Turin from Santiago, Chile, competed in the Advanced Giant Slalom Snowboarding Final where he finished in first place with a time of 1:40.370 almost 4 seconds faster than his closest competitor The snowboarding competition began at Melezet in Bardonecchia early Tuesday morning with athletes taking to the slopes for warmups and quickly getting into action Escobar competed in Divisioning earlier in the day finishing the heat with a time of 49.160 putting him in the D01 group—the top level of the snowboarding competition for both men and women at the Turin Games Gonzalo took off down the mountain with record speeds making swift cuts as he maneuvered himself through the gates Gonzalo stayed in a tucked position gaining him as much pace as he could before crossing the finish line to clinch the gold He was honored with his medal at an award ceremony later in the day along with the medalist from the Intermediate and Novice Giant Slalom Finals This is Gonzalo’s first World Games experience, but not his first international competition. In 2020, he competed in the Unified X Games in Aspen Colorado with Special Olympics and got a taste of what it feels like to compete on a world stage the snowboarder is very involved in his Special Olympics program and was recently elected the President of the Regional Athlete Leadership Council (RALC) with Special Olympics Chile where he helps inspire and teach other people with intellectual disabilities The Lyon-Turin Base Tunnel is a trans-European transport network flagship infrastructure project in the heart of the Mediterranean Corridor It will consist of a 57.5-kilometer rail tunnel beneath the Alps for the cross-border section between Italy and France.  The project is expected to be completed by 2033 and will allow trains to travel on a plain level line the tunnel is expected to significantly shift freight transport from road to rail the project achieved very important progress Out of the 164 km of tunnels planned for the project (two single-track tubes four entry tunnels and 204 safety by-passes) All contracts related to the civil works (for a total €4 billion) were awarded and ten construction sites are currently in operation significant groundwork was laid for the installation and use of tunnel boring machines These advanced machines are custom-built to dig underground quickly and safely They will enable more rapid and efficient progress in completing the tunnel clearing and transporting of material while minimising working time Five of the seven tunnel boring machines that will dig the tunnel were delivered on-site or are currently under construction By applying the principles of the circular economy at cross-border level over 50% of the excavation materials will be reused for example to build the inner concrete blocks of the tunnel thereby reducing waste and lowering environmental costs These developments demonstrate the commitment and tangible progress in constructing the new Lyon-Turin railway line a project of crucial importance for improving connections between Italy and France and for removing bottlenecks in the CEF Mediterranean corridor Works and preparatory studies have been co-funded by CEF Transport mainly under two distinct but complementary projects: This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Our worldwide presence enables us to combine wealth management capabilities with local understanding This is why we provide an extensive range of services plus the ability to tailor solutions based on your specific needs "Thanks to the strong synergies between Deutsche Bank Wealth Management and Business Banking and thanks to being part of an international network we have a unique winning proposition: a distinctive holistic approach which is the core of Bank for Entrepreneurs Italy’s offer That’s because our mission is to be a valued partner at every stage of our clients' family and business life Deutsche Bank's Private Bank was named Best International Private Bank in Italy by Euromoney in 2024 The content and materials on this website may be considered Marketing Material The market price of an investment can fall as well as rise and you might not get back the amount originally invested information and/or materials contained within these web pages may not be available for residents of certain jurisdictions Please consider the sales restrictions relating to the products or services in question for further information Deutsche Bank does not give tax or legal advice; 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Sporting Events Entertainment Automotive General Sports Do not sell or share my personal information: The Shroud is a linen cloth showing the front and back of a naked man who was tortured Science has proven that this image is not a painting The image creates three-dimensional data when evaluated in a VP-8 scanner modern-day science cannot reproduce the image with all the same attributes and probabilities for the linen burial cloth of Jesus I have been following the Shroud of Turin since I was fourteen years old I remember when I first saw the photograph of Jesus’ face The event occurred about two years after my family moved to Long Island when I went from Catholic school to a public school I quickly realized that my new friends had different faiths or no faith at all Science classes and the Apollo space program sparked my interest Then I started questioning the existence of God because many scientists did not believe in a God I did my homework by researching all faiths and philosophies which caused my mother to worry that I would lose my faith It was during this period of questioning that I looked up Jesus Christ in the encyclopedia Starting from the last page of the section each page presented an artist’s rendering—paintings and sculptures—of what Jesus may have looked like I felt the hair on the back of my neck stand up and I became acutely aware of how insignificant I was in our universe “How am I looking at a photograph of Jesus?” I was looking at the first successful black-and-white photograph of the Shroud of Turin The photograph was taken by Secondo Pia in 1898 The detailed positive image of Jesus’ face was visible in that photograph because the faint image on the cloth was already a negative No human-made art can accomplish that feat I set out to search for any and all data on the Shroud of Turin—a task not easily done since this was before the scientific team (STURP) went to Italy in 1978 to study the Shroud Despite not knowing where this path would lead me After bringing elements from environmental science into the Shroud of Turin’s equation with my thesis I obtained certification from Rome’s university of Science and Faith the Pontifical Atheneum Regina Apostolorum the International Center of Sindonology of Torino I am an assistant to the director of OTHONIA’s Shroud Apostolate Group I oversee and conduct presentations in the Northeast United States assert that the authenticity of the Shroud can no longer be disputed All the theories claiming the Shroud to be a forgery have been disproven Even an infamous 1988 carbon dating test has been re-tracked by the same scientific journal that originally published the results There are dozens of individual pieces of evidence and new age-testing methods such as the Wide Angle Scattering X-ray test (WAXS) that show that the Shroud is 2,000 years old new AI-generated images of how Jesus may have looked are circulating throughout social media and the news These images are being created from the Shroud’s black-and-white photo of Jesus’ face The key word is “may.” Like the pages in the encyclopedia I viewed when I was fourteen each AI-generated image is a rendering created by software based on more accurate digital mapping of Christ’s features as offered by the Shroud So these images offer us yet another version Although the faithful may not need the Shroud the story the Shroud tells needs to be heard I see the facial expressions on the people I am talking to and that is what tells me I have to continue on the path that was shown to me all those years ago I applied what I learned about “everything being connected” as an environmental scientist In order to have a complete picture of the Shroud I’ve used data from my field of environmental studies to include information from multiple other disciplines of study for the purpose of presenting more solidified data that respond to events reported to have happened on the day Jesus was crucified By incorporating historical and current weather physics we can now insert new data into the equation of when Jesus died We have relative temperature conditions on the ground; location and phases for the sun and moon as per NASA’s data which match pre-recorded prophecies; and accounts of recorded conditions that took place at the time of the crucifixion such as what was documented by the Gospels and secular historians And we now have geological research that cites historical earthquake parameters and new data derived from archeologists studying geological formations in newly exposed layers of the Dead Sea which provide documentation that is extremely relevant to deciphering the when many skeptics ask what is so special about the Shroud People wonder why this cloth captures the imagination and the conscience If this truth is different from what you believe open them so that you may know the constant undeniable truth given to us This is a life-enriching truth that no human should fear coming to terms with The image of Jesus on his shroud was his last miracle done 2,000 years ago for us to discover today with our modern technology The ATP Tour Finals will remain in Italy until 2030 ATP chairman Andrea Gaudenzi confirmed following Jannik Sinner’s victory over Taylor Fritz Sunday night According to people with knowledge of the discussions who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe the private talks tournament sponsor Nitto has been pushing for a move from Turin to Milan which has become something of an open secret sparking a battle in the Italian press between officials from the rival regions the ATP has declined to nominate a city for 2026 onwards; Turin will host the event in 2025 I’m not going to tell you,” Alexander Zverev said at his post-match news conference Wednesday night Keeping the tournament in Italy allows the ATP to maintain a degree of stability while still capitalizing on the rising popularity of tennis in Italy, thanks in part to the success of Jannik Sinner the two-time Grand Slam champion and men’s world No The Italian Ministry of Sport will commit $100million (£79million) over those years with Piedmont president Alberto Cirio giving Turin credit for the scale of the investment in a news conference alongside Italian Tennis Federation (FIT) president Angelo Binaghi Sunday afternoon Binaghi thanked Gaudenzi and the ATP for their trust on court explaining in Italian that the event would become bigger and bigger over the next five years “It is an incredible moment for Italian tennis We are the best team in the world in the Davis Cup,” he said “It’s important that we have this tournament in a tennis-loving country,” Gaudenzi had told a small group of reporters including The Athletic earlier in the event Any move to Milan from 2026 would spell the end of a successful five-year run for the tournament in one of northern Italy’s commercial capitals Milan is one of the global hubs for fashion and the center of banking and finance in Italy The crowd of Turin: Jannik Sinner's sea of green with a slightly varied structure meaning that an undefeated champion would have won over $5m (£3.9m) who won the title but four of her five matches $15m and slow progress: How Saudi Arabia's push into tennis stalled The two sides continue to go back and forth about the size and timing of the event as well as the proposed tournament’s projected revenues and the amount of investment that would be required Officials involved with those talks say any event would not begin before the 2028 season It remains unclear whether women would be involved in that event to create a combined 1,000-level tournament Gaudenzi said earlier this week that money from a new tournament could be used to buy back licenses from some smaller events and help shorten the season Milan lies just under 100 miles from Turin and already thousands of fans each day ride the train between the two cities to attend the tournament Milan would be expected to hold the tournament in Santa Giulia Arena a 16,000-seat stadium being built for the 2026 Winter Olympics which will take place in Milan and Cortina The tournament is currently held in Turin’s Alpina Arena It moved to the city in 2021 after a 12-year run in London (Nicolo Campo / LightRocket via Getty Images)