Category Archives: English

An Historic Day for Venice

Posted on August 5, 2021 by babbityjean

La Serennissima, at one time a sovereign state, maritime republic, and large trading empire.  Today also called “the Queen of the Adriatic,” “the City of Bridges,” “the City of Masks.”  An unparalleled UNESCO World Heritage site, but a designation in … Continue reading →

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The Renaissance of Italian Sport

Posted on July 29, 2021 by babbityjean

Wembley Stadium, London, July 11, 2021.  The Euro 2020 soccer competition was delayed one year because of the pandemic.  Now the day of the final had arrived.  The noise in Wembley Stadium was deafening.  The crowd was probably 5-1 for … Continue reading →

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Sea Urchins: From Pompeii to the Present

Posted on July 22, 2021 by babbityjean

The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. covered, concealed, and preserved not only the bodies of the wealthy ancients who lived in Pompeii, but also many aspects of their daily lives.  Through excavations, archaeologists have discovered the homes, shops, … Continue reading →

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