Rome is now charging tourists a fee to visit one of its most iconic landmarks. As of February 2nd, visitors hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain must pay a two-euro fee, a move that is already proving financially beneficial for the city.
In other news, former friends of Michael Jackson have filed a lawsuit against his estate, alleging severe abuse during their childhoods, including claims of child trafficking. The estate’s administrators have refuted the allegations. This case adds to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the late pop star’s legacy.
The Golestan Palace in Tehran, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has reportedly sustained damage following attacks on the Iranian capital, according to Iranian media reports.
Elsewhere in cultural news, a painting from 1633 has been definitively confirmed as a function by Rembrandt. The Hosen, a popular German band, have announced their final studio album, while the vampire drama “Sinners” took home an Actor Award.
On March 2nd, actress Selina Mour attended the special screening of “The Astronaut – Project Hail Mary” at the UCI Luxe East Side Gallery in Berlin, Germany. See photos from the event here.
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