Rome sits astride the beautiful Tiber River, a magnificent heart of the ancient history of Italy. Many casual tourists to Rome do not know that there is actually one island in the river. And that island is at the center … Continue reading
Carl von Ossietzky “Send the Nobel Peace Prize into the Concentration Camp.” The Nobel Peace Prize may be the world’s greatest honor. The list of recipients glitters with the names of some of the most important peacemakers of the 20th … Continue reading
“She was very concerned for the poor. She was very anxious to do something for them, and it was beautiful. That is why she was close to me.” (Mother Teresa, in a condolence note written after the death of Princess Diana.) … Continue reading
Audrey Hepburn was the epitome of grace and charm, kindness and generosity, Audrey Hepburn’s movies today are considered among the greatest example of classic Hollywood. In their day, likewise, her movies were wildly popular with both critics and an adoring public. … Continue reading
Audrey Hepburn was the epitome of grace and charm, kindness and generosity. Audrey Hepburn’s movies today are considered among the greatest example of classic Hollywood. In their day, likewise, her movies were wildly popular with both critics and an adoring public. Audrey … Continue reading