Will the Pope be the man of the year? At 82 years of age, Benedict sixth will sing for the album Alma Mater. Music from the Vatican is his classical album nominated to compete at the Classical Brit Awards. On the 13th of May, this contest will reveal the best classic songs from the UK for 2010. Let us pray for the Pope to win!

More than a Pope

But Benedict is more than a Pope, he is a modern Pope who appreciates classical music but also pop music: Michael Jackson’s Thriller is part of his top ten albums, along with songs from U2 and Oasis, according to L’Osservatore Romano. A time after he became Bishop of Rome, he received an mp3 with Mozart and Chopin music, and he made his own papal play list.

Perhaps it may be completely insane that the symbol of Christian faith represents England at the Classical Brit Awards, because he puts on the skin of any music star. Some people think he can’t use this medium to bring together the masses. But we are in 2010, you know…

Papal Music

But you might also love the idea of such an active Pope and the fact he loves today’s music. He has lived through many changes of our society and he can participate as well! It’s the public who may vote for the Pope, so mark this deadline: April 23rd. Maybe his classical song will be the best of the year! The prize will be given at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

When we think about the Pope, not only the religious presence comes to mind, but we think about the Vatican as well and Italy in particular. We recommend a stay in Rome to discover the stunning architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica. And if you rent Apartments in Rome, you’ll have the best accommodation.

We all know that nowadays the media is almost only speaking about sex, being in love and cheating: teenagers and their first kiss, teenagers and their first petting, teenagers and their first time… But unfortunately, reality seems to be different, because the number of people over 30 who are still a virgin is incredibly high. A life without sex, kisses and cuddling is the bitter truth for most of the lonesome hearts of today’s society. But how can it be that so many people, even in an adult age, have such issues with love matters?

For most of the people, excluding all the clergymen of course, a life without sex and tenderness is unimaginable. Almost every one has already had one or more partners and normally we start with those little first love affairs at an early age. And then, there are the “others”, those who often sit in a corner and are so nice and good-hearted, but act completely insecurely. Of course, shyness is nothing bad, because there are loads of hyperactive people, who always have to be in the centre of attention. However, this special kind of person has problems to connect with other people. And here, we are not talking about finding friends, but about finding the right boyfriend or girlfriend.

There are no representative studies or surveys to provide us with more facts about this phenomenon, because the affected persons are too ashamed of telling others that they are 35 and still a virgin. This is completely understandable. But what we can say is that it doesn’t only concern a certain social class: lawyers, pilots, professors, musicians, students, unemployed…Psychologists think that certain happenings and behaviours during childhood can be the reason why we have people over 40 who are still virgins.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with adults who haven’t had sex yet. If the right moment hasn’t already occurred, there is no point in forcing it either. But the majority of the affected persons suffer from not having sexual experiences. They are unhappy and even depressive. Very often they only need to be encouraged a little bit. This is exactly why there are a lot of social groups which try to help them out. Mutual help and support is the alpha and omega for discovering sexuality step by step.

Whether single, married or virgin, some relaxing holidays are a good idea for everyone. What about a trip to the enchanting Italian capital? Not without reason, the eternal city is also called the open air museum. Rent the comfortable and economic Apartments in Rome and let yourself be guided by the impressive charm of the city.

The Coliseum of the ancient Rome was the venue for some traditional games such as horse races and gladiatorial combats. Today, the Coliseum has become a great monument to visit and is also the meeting point for the Rome Marathon. Thus, on the 21st of March, it will hold its 16th edition, where the athletes will run close to the Plaza of Spain, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and St. Peter’s Basilica…

Over 11,000 professional racers prepare for this 2010 marathon, a day during which the old streets of Rome will become the centre of the largest Italian race of the year. In 2009, the men’s record was hit by Benjamin Kiptoo Koulum of Kenya, with a time of 2:07:17. And in the women’s category, Firehiwot Dado of Ethiopia, won with a time of 2:27:08.

On March 18th, 19th and 20th, you can take advantage of the concerts, the shows and the shops that will occupy the Palazzo dei Congressi specially called the “Marathon Village” for the sporting event. Discover its beautiful terrace with gardens, frescos and futuristic mosaics…

For the families, children, grandparents and friends who would also like to participate in a race, they have organized a “Fun Run” also called the “Stracittadina” – that held a record 80,000 participants in 2009. This is a non-competitive 4Km race that begins 15min after the official Marathon and ends in the ruins of the Domus Aurea Palce, the Emperor Nero’s Golden House. People with disabilities are encouraged to participate as they will receive special prizes.

Everything is planned to offer the public an unforgettable day of excitement. One must not forget that the spring time will make everything more enjoyable. As a spectator it is also an unforgettable experience: so many people running through all these architectural jewels of Italian history, just exquisite! Book a ticket and rent Apartments in Rome where a unique stay awaits you.

Nowadays the media is full of sex, sex and…sex. Apparently the society of the 21st century only thinks of the most beautiful thing on earth. But to be honest, we all know that this gabbing on TV doesn’t correspond to reality. Of course there are a lot of people who can’t imagine a life without having sex. On the other side, most of those who are in a long partnership have less sex with their partner. Sex without love is legitimate, but love without sex is apparently very different. What do you think?

Everything seems to be perfect: common interests, harmonious atmosphere, common activities, getting along living together….but no sex. There are a lot of couples where you can really think that they are more like brothers and sisters or best friends than a real couple in love. Although it’s comprehensible that after some years of relationship the sexual desire decreases, but putting a final end under the chapter of your own sexual life is very doubtful. So, is sex really so important in a partnership?

Well, the opinions differ a lot on this question. It is known that sex provides vitality and good humour in a relationship, because uncountable hormones are transmitted during the act of love. Different surveys also show that sex is important for affirmation of masculinity and femininity. However, according to representative studies, only 16% of the enquired persons, say sex is indispensable, while 6% could live without it. But the lack of sex doesn’t necessarily mean that the couple don’t interchange kisses, hugs and cuddling.

The most important thing in a relationship is the feeling of “unity”. To feel completely connected to somebody is like winning the lottery. Of course tensions and problems occur during the relationship, but they only make the relationship stronger. If both partners are ok with not sleeping together (whatever the reasons are) then it’s completely legitimate. But it’s as well an exception. Because often enough it’s only one of the two partners who doesn’t feel sexual desires, while the other one still longs for intimate hours with his or her partner, but due to love he or she demonstrates a 100% understanding for the decision. But be careful! In the long run it could end dramatically, because we all are just human beings with certain instincts and drives….

But if you still feel sexual desires, but your everyday life is so stressful, that you only give your partner a sweet kiss in bed and fall asleep within seconds, then you definitely need some vacations. Surprise your partner with a nice trip to the enchanting Italian capital. Rent the best apartments in Rome and spend some passionate hours in a comfortable and economic accommodation.

We all know that love is one of the most beautiful things in the world. But shortly after the phase of those butterflies in your stomach, disillusionment follows. During a relationship you get to know your partner even better, and this can be positive or negative. All those little relationship problems seem to be less important at the beginning, but as the years go by, they are accumulating, kind of like a time bomb ready to explode. Exactly at this moment is when you have to act. But what should you do? Does a temporary separation really make sense? Can the old loving relationship really be saved or is keeping this distance the beginning of the end?

‘Honey, I need a break’. This could be the worst sentence you’ve ever heard in life. But each relationship and every person has their own personal ways of dealing with these situations. On one end we find couples who don’t talk at all and suppress their feelings and the extreme would be the opposite, couples screaming and throwing things at each other. However, the most important thing is to remain true to oneself and act according to what your heart and mind is telling you. A temporary separation can be very useful. Because very often you only need some time and space for thinking and therefore disconnecting from all your problems. Step by step and with distance you will be conscious about what you really want. And perhaps with a break you notice how much you truly miss your partner. But, of course, you could feel totally different. You might feel so free and much happier than you’ve ever felt in a long time.

The reasons for a potential separation vary in each case: extreme jealousy, cheating or maybe just losing the love for your partner. ‘You don’t notice this until it’s gone’. This sentence is so true. In our stressful everyday life we tend to focus on the negative characteristics of our partner, and suddenly all of the positive things are completely forgotten. So, relax a little bit, take it step by step and you’ll see the light at the end of the tunnel. However, this could either mean putting an end to your relationship or maybe just a fresh new start to it.

But a temporary separation isn’t always necessary for clearing up your heartaches. Very often some romantic holidays can solve these problems. What about some relaxing days in one of the most enchanting cities of Italy? Rent the comfortable and economic apartments in Rome and spice things up with your partner.

Sexting is one of the latest fashions that have arisen during this digital age. The term comes from the fusion of the words sex and texting (sending SMS messages via mobile phones). It consists of sending erotic or images and flirty text messages via your mobile phone. This practice has become increasingly common among the adolescents throughout the world who unwittingly take serious risks that can undermine their physical, moral or moral status.

Although it is not a practice that concerns only the youth, it is true that those are the ones who most practice it, and especially the girls. What they usually do is take a naughty photo of themselves and send it to someone else: their partner or girlfriend etc, so as to fool around or just feel wanted.

If the two people who practice sexting are older and do it right, then there’s no problem. The conflict arises when these images are filtered and circulate without permission or, even worse, posted on the Internet.

In fact, in order to avoid problems, some U.S. states have made some legislative changes to avoid the possible adverse effects of sexting, because the management (production, possession or distribution) of sexually explicit images of children is considered child pornography.

Thus, this apparent juvenile game, stops being a game when the image spreads beyond their own terminal. Once the message is sent, the person completely loses control over the picture or video in question, unable to know the consequences or the final destination. If this is already worrying, the problem is even worse when the image becomes the centre of mockery and turns into a type of bullying. Jessie Logan, a 19 year old girl committed suicide after sending a naked picture of herself to her boyfriend which he then used to make fun of her with his friends. Another teenager from Florida received nude photos of his girlfriend on his mobile phone when he was 18 and she was 16. After a fight, the boy forwarded the photo to dozens of friends and relatives of the girl and was promptly convicted of child pornography. Cases like these occur with alarming frequency.

Today the privacy concept is changing rapidly due to the digital age: mobile, Internet, social networking, chat and web cams to name but a few. Therefore, sexting is expanding rapidly. Avoid it like the plague if you don’t want your privacy plasted all over the net! If you really want your boyfriend to enjoy himself, surprise him with a few relaxing days in the Italian capital. And for more privacy, rent Apartments in Rome. You’ll have a great time together!

The horrific earthquake that devastated Haiti on January 12th, the poorest country in America, has left the whole world shocked. Fortunately, the humanitarian help is arriving and, most important, is being controlled and supervised. But governments and humanitarian organizations are not the only ones who are helping the Haitian people to overcome this huge tragedy. Noted celebrities (musicians, actors, models) are planning gestures of solidarity for Haiti.

It all started in USA with the two-hour global telethon “Hope for Haiti”, hosted by George Clooney. The act was broadcasted by major TV channels and raised more than $ 57 millions (40 millions Euros, more or less) in donations from the general public to date. It could be watched also across the world through MTV and YouTube.

Recently, it’s been known that the celebrated song “We are the world”, written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie, will be recorded again with artists like Lil Wayne, Kanye West or Pink, in support of Haitian earthquake relief.

But these are not the only signs of solidarity that celebrities have shown. The actor John Travolta sent his own plane –a Boeing 707- to provide relief materials including food and medicines…and some volunteer ministers from his church - the Church of Scientology (nobody’s perfect…). Prominent figures in show business like Susan Sarandon, Meryl Streep or Britney Spears have cleaned out their wardrobes to auction their best and most photographed dresses.

Musicians are also supporting the cause with many different gestures: Colombian singer Shakira has undertaken to build a school in Haiti, through her Barefoot Foundation.

Wilco’s members, the Chicago-based band, allowed their website users to download free concerts for a $15 donation. Or Chris Martin, Coldplay’s lead vocalist, who has auctioned a signed jacket from his last tour “Viva la Vida”. These are just a few examples of the many actions by famous people to benefit the earthquake victims. Good for them!

Why not rent apartments in Rome and try to find some events supporting the Haiti earthquake. Everything counts!

The new technologies are full of advantages: a clearer picture, a more involving sound, many more gadgets, more speed, efficiency, etc. But they also have one big disadvantage: its early expiry date. The new technologies are not affected by the crisis and evolve at the speed of light, but they expire too quickly. Who has not ever bought a new-generation mobile that the following month is old hat? Pay attention to what products will become obsolete in 2010!

DVDs: You have already built up an extensive DVD film library perhaps. Well soon, they’ll be a thing of the past just like the old VHS video. The same thing will happen with other players like the car radios, the CD players, etc. The USB port is gaining ground, because it can reproduce more formats, it has more capacity and what’s more important, all this in less space.

GPS: Tom Tom are literally pulling their hair out as the mobile telephones are beginning to tread on their patch…. Increasingly, the new telephone terminals include a browser among its many gadgets. This is the case of the Nokia N95, N96 or N97, which incorporate a really reliable navigation program. This is also the case of the Blackberry and the iPhone, which have become two of the top selling devices with incorporated browsers. We save some money and avoid having so many knick-knacks!

Digital cameras: Yes, it seems that digital cameras will tend to disappear. The mobiles, once again, will provide tough competition. Today, they incorporate high-quality cameras with the same amount of mega pixels as the conventional digital cameras. One of the biggest advantages of having a camera on a phone is that we always carry them with us. This way we can always capture those special moments!

The traditional mobile battery chargers: are you fed up with the need of different mobile battery chargers for each phone? The universal battery charger has finally made a guest appearance! From now it doesn’t matter the model or the brand of your phone. With this universal battery charger, your mobile will always have a full battery. And if you forget yours at home, no problem, as any friend can lend you his! Now you can get rid of the 20 different models stored in the drawer of your bedside cabinet!

Conventional laptops: say goodbye to the heavy and bulky laptops. Today’s computers tend to fuse increasingly with the mobile phones. For the lovers of the latest technologies, there is the new Apple iPad, a hybrid between a mobile and a computer. Run to clean up your closet because you will need plenty of space for the latest in high tech gadgets. What will never go out of fashion though is travelling. How about a trip to the Italian capital? Take your new generation mobile and buy your tickets now. To find that all important accommodation, why not rent apartments in Rome.

In 2009, the Irish shouted ‘Go Irish’ so much that their team became the champion of the 6 Nations Rugby Championship. And from February 6th until March 20th, its players, together with those of Britain, France, Wales, Italy and Scotland, will face each other again in this year’s championship. So, to all the rugby fans; you can not miss it! If you come to the Flaminio stadium in Rome on 15th and 27th February, you will have the opportunity to attend two amazing matches of this sensational European sporting event (Italy / England and Italy / Scotland). Come on!

Sport has this amazing power to attract the masses and bring them together under the colours of their country, to arouse strong feelings and encourage the fraternity. For these reasons, many people watch the matches at this tournament with a beer in a bar, at home with some friends or in the stadium.

Julien Dupuy, one of the stars of the French team can not play because he is sanctioned for injuring Stephen Ferris, the third-line player of the Ulster team in the Heineken Cup in December. Julien Dupuy may not play again until 27th May.

All the other players are preparing for the glory. The trophy, awarded to the winning team is a cup made of more than five kilos of sterling silver that can hold exactly five bottles of champagne. It has a specially designed edge for drinking without any problems. At first its inside was made of silver, but the champagne has damaged it so much that is was covered with a layer of 22 carat gold to protect it. The French were the first to win it in 1993.

If your friends have followed the event with passion for years, but you do not understand anything, why not take some notes. Two points for a victory, one point for a draw and none for a loss. There is no bonus system. Easy, right? And another thing: if a team wins every game, we call it a “Grand Slam“, and if it comes in last, it wins the “Wood Spoon”.

There is also a female tournament! It is organized at the same time of the men’s competition with the top six women’s national teams in Europe.

Now you know a little bit more about this event. Take advantage of the two matches that will take place on Rome the 15th and 27th of February to visit the Italian capital. Rent apartments in Rome along with your friends or family, they are cheap and comfortable.

Sometimes it seems to be that we are some kind of main protagonist in a typical Hollywood movie: different love stories, drama, tragedy, you´re happy and sad at the same time, and you can´t stopp searching for the right answer in your life. And then they´re also talking about this big, terrific and frightening feeling: the soulmates. But do they really exist or do we just invent something pretending to have found the right thing in life?

The contact to other people and the searching for the CORRECT person seem to be the most important lifelong tasks of everyone. We meet persons where we feel in the first moment a kind of hate, little or normal sympathy or this kind of person where you only can say “wow” and you feel deeply connected to that someone. The most curious thing is that you can´t even explain this feeling and certainly not if you know this person for only some minutes. This strong connection to someone can be considered more than to win the lotterly. To be understood without many words, to let yourself flow without being afraid of being rejected, or just to enjoy together the silence where you can read the others mind just looking at her or his face. Just to be as you are, this sounds too good to be real, right?

You really can break your head thinking about this feeling. And what about you? Have you already found a kind of soulmate? In this context It’s also very interesting to reflect about the relation to destiny or coincidences. Is it predicted in life to find your soulmate or is it pure coincidence to have met the right person? Or is it our instinct leading us to this special person? Millions of questions to which everyone has his or her special and personal opinion and experience.

And when you really have found your soulmate, does this automatically mean that you can have the perfect love partnership with that person? This is as well a very delicate topic. Depending on each situation and characters, those relationships will go very well or not. The strange thing is that this feeling of being deeply connected can change with being partners because we suddenly behave in a different way. God knows why! We human beings can be so stupid sometimes, because changing the behaviour just because of being together is big nonsense. Why don´t we just enjoy the moments and stop thinking about million of things? Women are mainly known to be the best in racking their brains over the never-ending fears.

The most important thing in life is very simple: you always should be loyal to yourself and keep your eyes open. With this positive attitude you will go with a big smile through the complicated life. To spend some holidays in a nice place, is surely the best way of enjoying life. What about some days in the breathtaking eternal city? Rent the best apartments in Rome and spend a comfortable and economic stay in the “open-air musem”.