Mayor Brugnaro: “A message that starts from our history and speaks to the world”The Venice Carnival 2026, themed “Olympus – The Origins of the Game,” brings myth, sport, and tradition to life. From the Grand Canal water parade to masked revellers in St. Mark’s Square, the festival celebrates Venice’s heritage, creativity, and the Olympic spirit from January 31 to February 17 according to the official press release. PICS/AFP

The celebrated Italian fashion designer passed away on January 19 at 93 leaving behind a legacy that saw him style some of the world`s biggest celebrities including Anne Hathaway and others who attended the funeral service to pay their last respects