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Michelangelo's works hidden in 'secret room', researcher says

Michelangelo's works hidden in 'secret room', researcher says

Renaissance artist Michelangelo ordered many of his artworks to be hidden by his pupils in a secret room to protect them for posterity, an Italian researcher claimed Wednesday. According to renowned art historian Giorgio Vasari, the Italian genius burned a large number of his own drawings and sketches before his

Michelangelo hated painting the Sistine Chapel – and never aspired to be a painter to begin with

Michelangelo hated painting the Sistine Chapel – and never aspired to be a painter to begin with

(COLUMBIA, SC) When a 5-inch-by-4-inch red chalk drawing of a woman’s foot by Michelangelo sold at auction for US$27.2 million on Feb. 5, 2026, it blew past the $1.5 million to $2 million it was expected to receive. Experts believe it to

Italian aperitivo culture gains ground in American homes

Trade the usual game-day wings for a chilled spritz and a bowl of olives, as the 2026 Winter Olympics introduce Italian aperitivo culture into American homes. The pre-dinner ritual finds a place at U.S. watch parties, offering a crisp pour while fans argue over who’s taking

Olympics rev up Milan's renewal but locals fear price to pay

Olympics rev up Milan's renewal but locals fear price to pay

The Winter Olympics are expected to accelerate Milan's transformation into a vibrant international metropolis -- but many residents fear the effect will see them priced out. As one of several sites hosting the Milan-Cortina Games, the northern Italian city has benefited from major investments, with the Santagiulia ice

Exit Gallery holds Fall pop-up exhibit

Exit Gallery holds Fall pop-up exhibit

This semester's Exit Gallery pop-up exhibit is a well-seasoned showcase of creativity, perfectly plated to match the theme “You Are What You Eat.” Inside the white walls of the gallery, pieces on wooden canvases range from acrylic paintings to mixed-media 3D sculptures. The Exit Gallery