Italy – Page 8

Europe’s Economic Laggards Have Become Its Leaders

More than a decade after painful austerity, Greece, Portugal and Spain have been growing faster than traditional powerhouses like Germany.

By Liz Alderman and Melissa Eddy

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Venice Implements Entry Fee to Deter Tourists

Venice’s first day of charging a fee to enter the historic center went mostly smoothly, but there were some protests and polemics.

By Elisabetta Povoledo

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Buon Ricordo Plates: Collectible Italian Ceramics That Started as a Marketing Tool

Buon Ricordo plates were introduced 60 years ago at restaurants in Italy. The hand-painted ceramics can now be found at design trade shows and fancy décor stores.

By Chantel Tattoli

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Margaret Tynes, Soprano Who Soared in Verdi and Strauss, Dies at 104

Because there were few opportunities for Black singers in the U.S., she became a powerhouse in Europe, performing in operas like “Tosca” and “Carmen.”

By Adam Nossiter