Latin quips and quotes Nov 13, 2009
LATIN was the native language of the people living along the Tiber River in Italy. When they built Rome and went on to conquer vast tracts of Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Latin became the lingua franca or common language that united the various people within the Empire. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Rome: one drugstore away from true greatness Nov 1, 2009
It was afternoon by the time I checked in at the hotel on the Vatican side of the Tiber River and, with most of the day gone, I delayed my full-scale assault on the city until the next day. A quick, four-block stroll to the Piazza del Popolo, however, seemed doable and, convinced that I wouldn't be gone long, I left the notebook and cameras behind. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Mini-Colosseum uncovered in Rome Oct 3, 2009
The foundations of the amphitheater, which are oval-shaped like the much larger arena in the heart of Rome, have been unearthed at the site of Portus, a 2nd century A.D. harbor near Ostia's port on the Tiber River. A monumental seaport that saved from starvation, Portus is now reduced to a large hexagonal pond on a marshy land owned by a noble family, the Duke Sforza Cesarinis. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Binge drinking spreads to Italy Oct 2, 2009
"We are seeing a strong Anglo-Saxon influence on the culture of drinking," says Gianluca Cecchini, the owner of Q's Bar in Trastevere, a cobbled Roman quarter of twisting alleyways and Renaissance piazzas just over the Tiber River. "It's got much worse in the last five years. There's a lot more violence, and you see groups of 15 or 20 young teenagers drinking in the streets and causing trouble. "There are gangs with knives. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Choose Your Own History Adventure Sep 26, 2009
A. Right on the Tiber River. B. On 7 hills 15 miles inland from the Tiber River. (Suite101.com)
Prophet Saw Current Pope, Then End of World Sep 6, 2009
As one report states, "In 1958, before the Conclave that would elect , of New York hired a boat, filled it with sheep and sailed up and down the Tiber River, to show that he was 'pastor et nautor,' the motto attributed to the next Pope in the prophecies.". As for the prophecy concerning the 111th pope, , the prophecy says of him, "Gloria Olivae," which means "the glory of the olive.". (ABC News)
Tragedy on the Tiber: 'very drunk' Aussie dies after pub crawl Aug 27, 2009
The body of Queenslander Jason Scorer, 20, was found in the Tiber River at 9. 45am on Wednesday local time after he apparently fell from a bridge. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Powering $200 billion in trade every day (4) Aug 23, 2009
The company s name was derived from a Roman aqueduct, Traianus, which carried the clear, healthy springs of the Tiber River to the industrial part of town. Targeting large banks and financial institutions, Traiana connects all market participants together in a network model, not just one bank with another. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
In Rome, summer goes to the dogs Aug 20, 2009
Chris Helgren / ReutersA woman holds her dog in a pool at a beach for dogs on the Tiber River in Rome. . (MSNBC -- Travel)
NormanChadCouch Slouch I'm declaring the 21st century as the greatest ever in sports. Jul 6, 2009
In a pre-Olympic competition, an unknown javelin thrower throws the javelin from the Colosseum to the Tiber River. Medousa Jones becomes the first woman to win the Triple Crown of chariot racing (Hippodrome of Olympia Derby, Circus Maximus Stakes and Arco Arena Cup). (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Pope Answers Longtime Invite to Rome Synagogue Jul 3, 2009
The Jewish place of worship across the Tiber River belongs to the oldest Judaic community in Europe and is one of the oldest continuous Jewish settlements in the world, dating back to 161 B.C.. It also was the venue for Pope John Paul IIs historic visit in 1986, when he became the first pontiff ever to set foot inside a synagogue. (Newsmax)
Despondent United fans head home May 28, 2009
Italian police said the incident happened on the banks of the Tiber River, close to Vatican City. Crammed into pubs. (BBC News -- UK)
Christianity by Dan Brown May 17, 2009
If you enjoy Harvard professors leaping out of exploding helicopters and using a piece of cardboard to glide down to a safe landing in the Tiber River you will dig it. As I lasted only about six minutes into the Da Vinci cinematic feast before putting my foot through the television screen, I predict that my tolerance for Angels will not even last that long.. (The American Conservative)
Romes talking statues to get sanitized May 7, 2009
By the mid-sixteenth century, the caustic messages on the statue carried such strong anti-papal tones that religious leaders suggested dropping the statue into the Tiber River. But the trend of pasting messages on statues had already taken root. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Medford High School students enjoy adventure in Italy May 5, 2009
We crossed the Tiber River and went to the Vatican, home of Saint Peter s Basilica, one of the largest cathedrals in the world. The Sistine Chapel famed by Michelangelo s frescos in the 1500 s has the primary function today as a venue for the election of a new pope in a conclave of the College of Cardinals. (Medford Transcript, MA)
A Roman vacation even a teen can get behind Apr 20, 2009
It's across the Tiber River from Rome's historic center, about a 15-minute walk from many of the top spots: the Forum, the Pantheon, Campo de' Fiori. You can also take the bus. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Ancient Roman Port City Ostia Mar 22, 2009
Growth of a Commercial Metropolis at the Mouth of the Tiber River. Serving Rome as the chief naval and commercial port in Italy, Ostia represented both a microcosm of Roman urban life as well as a community of rich diversity. (Suite101.com)
Vestal Virgins in Roman Culture and... Mar 21, 2009
Sir James Frazer refers to an annual event in May when the high priest and the Vestals tossed puppets into the Tiber River to purge the city of demonic influences. According to Frazer, this action diverted the attention of demons from human beings to the puppets. (Suite101.com)
