Opera star Andrea Bocelli gave a solo performance from the empty Duomo cathedral in Milan, in a move to unite people during the coronavirus lockdown.
The "Music for Hope" performance was livestreamed on YouTube for millions around the world to witness as they observed Easter Sunday.
Bocelli was joined by cathedral organist Emanuele Vianelli as he sang Ave Maria, Amazing Grace and Sancta Maria.
Italy has been the hardest hit in the coronavirus crisis, with more than 19,800 deaths.
Prince Harry's children targeted by 'European paparazzi' while at school
Prince Harry's children have been stalked by "certain European paparazzi" while at school in the English countryside, his spokesperson said on Wednesday, describing their conduct as an "extraordinarily reckless" intrusion into the family's privacy.
Taylor Swift makes VMAs history and dedicates award to Dolly Parton
Taylor Swift's showgirl-inspired "The Fate of Ophelia" claimed the most prestigious trophy at MTV's annual Video Music Awards on Sunday, and the singer dedicated the honour to the late country music legend Dolly Parton.
U2 mark 50 years together with concert at school where it all began
U2 marked 50 years as a band on Friday by returning to the school where they started playing together as teenagers and delighted current students with a concert featuring hits such as 'With Or Without You', 'One' and 'Beautiful Day'.
Taylor Swift releases 'Encore' to her hit 'Showgirl' album
Pop music superstar Taylor Swift released four new songs that she added to her 2025 hit album "The Life of a Showgirl" including the single "Patient Zero" about a toxic relationship.
Actors, politicians arrested for protesting against Netanyahu outside UN
Police have arrested at least 30 people, including actors and politicians, as they protested outside United Nations headquarters on Thursday against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of his speech at the General Assembly.
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is developing a standardised policy that will set guidelines for the ethical use of AI in private schools, which will roll out in 2027.
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has ordered the formation of a team from the Public Prosecution to investigate the incident involving flydubai flight FZ1073 on Wednesday.
Flydubai has announced the temporary suspension of all flights to and from Israel following the incident involving flight FZ1073 on September 30.
