cycling

A Holy Case of Bronchitis Vatican City, Italy In a twist befitting a soap opera, the Pope has been sidelined by bronchitis symptoms, leaving his followers wondering whether they should pray for his health or for his speech writers, who are now facing the daunting task of standing in for His Holiness. With official speeches now being read by other officials, the question arises: can they capture the gravitas of papal pronouncements, or will they end up sounding like a late-night infomercial?...

The Legend of Cavendish Singapore - In a dazzling display of speed and strategy, Mark Cavendish, the most successful sprinter in cycling history, pedaled into retirement with a resounding victory at the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore. As fireworks lit up the night sky and fans cheered, Cavendish crossed the finish line, leaving behind a legacy that will be talked about long after his wheels stop turning. Cavendish’s illustrious career spanned over a decade, during which he amassed a staggering number of stage wins and accolades, earning him the nickname “The Manx Missile....

The Perfect Storm in Pisa Pisa, Italy – Picture this: a dreary day in Pisa, where the iconic Leaning Tower stands not just as a marvel of architectural incompetence but also as a beacon for rain-soaked tourists seeking shelter. As the heavens opened up, flooding the streets and turning Umbrian wines into a reality show called “Keeping Up with the Floods,” the local government found itself in a bit of a pickle, trying to come up with solutions that don’t involve building an ark....