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Nuns painted over risqué Rome frescoes; restorers reveal them 300 years later

In a remarkable reveal, Villa Silvestri Rivaldi in Rome is showcasing its breathtaking Renaissance frescoes after three centuries of concealment. These enchanting artworks depict various mythological scenes and figures, unveiled through advanced restoration techniques like laser cleaning. Notable personalities such as Eurialo Silvestri and Pope Leo XI have connections to this charming villa, with…

Nuns painted over risqué Rome frescoes; restorers reveal them 300 years later

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Chargers' Derwin James provides update on pinky injury

Chargers safety Derwin James revealed the latest status on the pinky injury he’s been playing through.

  • Chargers safety Derwin James will play with broken pinky finger uncovered.
  • James played in last two games with cast on fractured hand.
  • Chargers defense improves despite James' injury concerns.

Mehdi - The Prince

For a time, Andrea Stramaccioni looked like Italian football’s next coaching prodigy. Four years earlier, Pep Guardiola had set the precedent, taking charge of Barcelona almost as a bold gamble…

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