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Venice nets $2.2 million in day-tripper tax pilot. Opponents say it failed to deter visitors

VENICE, Italy -- Venice on Sunday wrapped up a pilot program charging day-trippers an entrance fee, more than 2 million euros ($2.2 million)...

‘Despicable Me 4’ reigns at box office, while ‘Longlegs’ gets impressive start

Gru and the minions celebrated a second week in first place at the North American box office this weekend, while a small horror...

Amazon Prime Day deals are almost here. Should you take advantage of them?

NEW YORK -- It's summertime, and the bargains seem easy at a time when many consumer prices are high. July sales events have...

How reggaeton stars are driving a basketball boom in Puerto Rico

CAROLINA, Puerto Rico -- Vianca Braña never used to attend basketball games in her hometown of Carolina, Puerto Rico — or anywhere else...

The first Titanic voyage in 14 years is happening in the wake of submersible tragedy. Hopes are high

PORTLAND, Maine -- The company that owns the salvage rights to the Titanic is undertaking its first expedition to the ship's wreckage in...

After Beryl, Houston-area farmers pull together to face unique challenges

PORTER, Texas -- Hurricanes cause trouble for everyone, but farmers have a whole other list of problems. Beryl has been no exception: Over...