Category: Italy
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Millennial Miracle: Carlo Acutis, ‘God’s Influencer,’ Set for Sainthood
Local sources from Italy: Il Resto del Carlino, Avvenire. UK coverage: The Guardian. The Catholic Church is on the brink of a historic moment as Carlo Acutis, a teenage coder who harnessed the power of the internet to spread Catholic teachings, is slated for canonization by Pope Leo. This landmark…
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Dockworkers Threaten to Block Shipments to Israel in Solidarity with Gaza Aid Flotilla
Local sources from Italy: Sky TG24, ANSA. UK coverage: Novara Media. In a bold move symbolizing international solidarity with Palestine, Italian dockworkers, under the representation of the Unione Sindacale di Base (USB), have issued a stern warning: block all shipments to Israel and potentially ‘shut down all of Europe’ if…
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Outrage in Italy over Intimate Photo Sharing: A Call for Digital Responsibility
Local sources from Italy: RaiNews, Corriere della Sera. UK coverage: Financial Times. Recent developments in Italy have sparked a nationwide conversation on privacy, consent, and the darker aspects of digital culture. Initiatives by Meta to combat online sexual exploitation have led to the removal of the controversial ‘My Wife’ Facebook…
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Ukrainian Suspect Arrested in Italy Over 2022 Nord Stream Pipeline Sabotage
Local sources from Italy: la Repubblica, Corriere della Calabria. UK coverage: politico.eu. In a significant development unfolding within Europe’s complex geopolitical landscape, Italian authorities have apprehended a Ukrainian individual, Serhii K., on charges of orchestrating the 2022 Nord Stream gas pipelines sabotage. This event caused considerable disruptions to a critical…
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Chaos at Milan’s Malpensa Airport as Man Sets Fire to Check-In Desk
Local sources from Italy: ANSA, LA7. UK coverage: Liverpool Echo. A concerning incident unfolded at Milan’s Malpensa Airport when a check-in desk was set ablaze, leading to an evacuation of the terminal involved. The event, which transpired in the morning hours, caused panic among passengers and staff alike. This situation,…
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Tragic Shipwrecks Off Lampedusa Claim Lives Amid Migrant Crisis
Local sources from Italy: Sky TG24, RaiNews. UK coverage: Euronews.com. A harrowing incident unfolded off the coast of Italy’s Lampedusa island as almost 100 migrants found themselves in peril, leading to at least 20 confirmed deaths and many more missing. The tragedy, involving a boat that capsized 20 kilometers southwest…
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Deadly Botulism Outbreaks Linked to Contaminated Food Products Spark Concern in Italy
Local sources from Italy: Il Fatto Alimentare, Sky TG24. UK coverage: London Evening Standard. Italy is currently grappling with two alarming botulism outbreaks that have resulted in two fatalities and a series of hospitalizations, highlighting significant concerns over food safety and public health communication. The separate incidents, occurring in Calabria…
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Rediscovery of Life in Pompeii: Beyond the Ashes
Local sources from Italy: SiViaggia, Pompeii Sites. UK coverage: The Art Newspaper. Recent archaeological investigations have unveiled a groundbreaking perspective on the ancient city of Pompeii, challenging the long-standing narrative of its total abandonment post the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Far from being a desolate ruin,…
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Tragic Ultralight Aircraft Crash on Italian Motorway Claims Two Lives
Local sources from Italy: MilanoToday, Geopop. UK coverage: Navy Lookout. In a catastrophic incident that has gripped Italy, a light aircraft crash on a motorway in the province of Brescia has resulted in the tragic deaths of two individuals, stirring concerns over aviation safety for ultralight planes. The crash occurred…
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Tragic Ultralight Aircraft Crash on Italian Motorway Claims Two Lives
Local sources from Italy: MilanoToday, Geopop. UK coverage: GB News. In a harrowing incident that unfolded on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 22, a light aircraft met with a tragic fate as it crashed into a motorway in the province of Brescia, Italy, leaving two people dead and causing chaos…
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British Hiker Goes Missing in Italy Amidst Growing Concerns and Search Efforts
Local sources from Italy: Il Giorno, Trekking.it. UK coverage: The Independent. A British hiker, identified as 33-year-old Matthew Hall from Hull, has been reported missing during his solo trek in the picturesque yet treacherous terrains of Chiavenna, Lombardy. The hiker, who embarked on his journey to explore the Daloo Alps,…
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Tragic Accident in Sardinia: Lufthansa CEO’s Wife Investigated for Negligent Homicide
Local sources from Italy: Il Fatto Quotidiano, Corriere del Ticino. UK coverage: Metro.co.uk. In a sorrowful event that has captured international headlines, Vivian Alexandra Spohr, the wife of Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr, is currently under investigation for negligent homicide following a fatal accident in Sardinia that claimed the life of…
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Nation Mourns the Tragic Loss of ‘Hero’ Sniffer Dog Bruno, Killed in a Cruel Act
Local sources from Italy: ANSA, RaiNews. UK coverage: Sky News. In a heart-wrenching incident that has sparked widespread outrage across Italy, Bruno, a distinguished ‘hero’ sniffer dog known for his remarkable role in saving lives, met a tragic end in Taranto. The beloved molecular bloodhound was killed after consuming sausages…
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National Outrage Over the Tragic Killing of Heroic Sniffer Dog Bruno in Italy
Local sources from Italy: RaiNews, ANSA. UK coverage: ITVX. Italy is in mourning following the despicable killing of Bruno, a seven-year-old heroic bloodhound known for saving nine lives throughout his illustrious career. The nation was shocked to learn that Bruno was killed after ingesting sausages laced with nails, a vile…
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Nation Mourns as Heroic Dog Bruno Killed by Poisoned Bait
Local sources from Italy: ANSA, Tgcom24. UK coverage: The Telegraph. In a heart-wrenching incident that has gripped Italy, Bruno, a distinguished search-and-rescue dog famed for his role in saving nine lives, has tragically fallen victim to a deliberate act of cruelty. The beloved canine, who dedicated seven years of service…
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Neglected Children Found Living in Primitive Conditions on Italian Farm
Local sources from Italy: Il Messaggero, Fanpage. UK coverage: Daily Mail. In a shocking discovery near the small town of Lauriano, Italy, two young children, aged nine and seven, have been found living in severe neglect on a remote farm. The siblings, described by the media as ‘ghost children,’ were…
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Renewed Hope in the Search for Angela Celentano: Italy’s Longest Unsolved Mystery Takes a New Turn
Local sources from Italy: Il Fatto Quotidiano, rtl.it. UK coverage: Daily Mail. In a compelling twist in one of Italy’s most enduring mysteries, the case of Angela Celentano – often referred to as ‘Italy’s Madeleine McCann’ – who vanished without a trace in 1996, has once again captured the nation’s…
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Italy Holds Referendum on Citizenship, Gaining Broad Support and Celebrity Endorsement
Local sources from Italy: Il Post, Sky TG24. UK coverage: Financial Times. Italy is at a crossroads as it votes on a crucial referendum on June 8 and 9, aiming to amend the citizenship laws for non-EU foreigners, a proposal that seeks to halve the required residency period from 10…
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Italy’s Citizenship Referendum: A Vote for Change and Inclusion
Local sources from Italy: Il Post, Il Messaggero. UK coverage: BBC. Italy stands at a crossroads as it prepares for a pivotal referendum set for June 8-9, which could significantly alter the nation’s citizenship laws. The proposed legal amendment seeks to reduce the required residency period for foreigners seeking Italian…
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Mount Etna Erupts: Largest Event Since 2014 Sends Tourists Fleeing
Local sources from Italy: LA7, Tgcom24. UK coverage: European Space Agency. Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, erupted on June 2, 2025, marking its most significant activity since 2014. The eruption forced tourists in Sicily, Italy, to evacuate, as captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission. The eruption generated a colossal…
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Mount Etna Eruption: Tourists Flee Amidst Spectacular Volcanic Display
Local sources from Italy: Corriere della Sera, Fanpage. UK coverage: The Guardian. Europe’s largest active volcano, Mount Etna, located in Sicily, Italy, has once again reminded the world of its formidable power through a dramatic eruption that occurred yesterday. The event began at approximately 11:24 am local time, sending a…
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Pope Leo XIV Begins Papacy with Calls for Unity and Peace Amid Global Concerns
Local sources from Italy: Corriere Roma, Euronews. UK coverage: BBC. In a solemn ceremony filled with ancient rituals and symbols of papal authority, Pope Leo XIV officially commenced his papacy during an inauguration Mass at St Peter’s Square, captivating a global audience. In the presence of over 156 international delegations…
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Global Leaders and Faithful Gather for Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV’s Pontificate
Local sources from Italy: ELLE, Corriere della Sera. UK coverage: Vatican News. The Vatican City witnessed a historic event on Sunday, May 18, as the solemn liturgy marking the official start of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate was celebrated at St. Peter’s Basilica. The ceremony, deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism,…
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Mount Stromboli Erupts Following Mount Etna’s Recent Activity
Local sources from Italy: Euronews Italiano, Sky Tg24. UK coverage: Euronews. Mount Stromboli, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, has erupted off the coast of Sicily, Italy. The eruption comes just days after Mount Etna, located 180km away, also erupted with lava and ash, leading to an…
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Tragedy Strikes as Two Shipwrecks Near Italian Coast Claim Lives and Leave Dozens Missing
Local sources from Italy: Agenzia ANSA, Il Sole 24 ORE. UK coverage: The Guardian. At least 11 people have lost their lives and dozens are missing after two separate shipwrecks occurred near the Italian coast. The first incident involved a sinking wooden boat in the central Mediterranean, where 10 bodies…
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Italy’s Senate Passes Law Allowing Pro-Life Groups Access to Women Considering Abortions at Public Clinics
Local sources from Italy: La Nuova Bussola Quotidiana, Lavoce.info. UK coverage: Euronews. Italy’s Senate has passed a law that allows pro-life groups access to women considering abortions at public clinics. The amendment is seen by the right-wing government as fulfilling the original intent of the 1978 law legalizing abortion, which…
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Panic in Venice as Gondola Capsizes in Canal: Tourists End Up in Water [Video]
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Local sources from Italy: ilgazzettino.it, leggo.it. UK coverage: The Telegraph. Panic erupted in Venice on Sunday, December 3rd, when a gondola carrying tourists capsized in the Rio de la Verona, in the San Marco district, just steps away from the La Fenice theater. According to initial reports, the tourists of…
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Protests Across Italy Call for Action Against Violence Against Women
Local sources from Italy: WIRED Italia, Il Sole 24 ORE. UK coverage: BBC. Thousands of people gathered in cities across Italy on Wednesday, November 25th to protest against violence against women. The rallies, organized by the Non una di meno movement, were sparked by recent high-profile cases of femicide in…
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Italian Court Convicting 230 Defendants in ‘Ndrangheta Mafia Trial: 2,200 Years of Imprisonment
Local sources from Italy: Corriere della Sera, Euronews Italiano. UK coverage: Al Jazeera English. In a historic trial, an Italian court has convicted more than 230 defendants in one of the country’s largest-ever mafia trials, targeting the ‘Ndrangheta crime group in Calabria. The trial lasted almost three years and resulted…
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Storm Ciarán Causes Severe Flooding in Central Italy, Killing Seven and Leaving One Missing
Local sources from Italy: Sky Tg24, Fanpage.it. UK coverage: The Guardian. Storm Ciarán has caused severe flooding in central Italy, resulting in the deaths of seven people and leaving one person missing. The deluge began on Thursday, causing rivers to burst their banks and forcing hundreds of people to evacuate…
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Six Dead in Central Italy as Storm and Floods Devastate Tuscany
Local sources from Italy: LA NAZIONE, t24. UK coverage: BBC. Six people have died in central Italy as a result of a storm and floods in the region of Tuscany. A man and his wife were found dead after their car overturned in floodwater in Vinci, near Florence. There were…
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Nobel Peace Prize 2023 Awarded to Iranian Activist Narges Mohammadi
Sources: la Repubblica, Corriere della Sera. The Nobel Peace Prize 2023 has been awarded to Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist, for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and for the promotion of human rights and freedom for all. The award comes amidst 305 nominations, one-third…
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Tragedy in Mestre: 21 Dead, 3 Minors Among Victims After Tourist Bus Plunges from Overpass
Sources: TGCOM, Il Sole 24 ORE – IT. Tragedy struck in Mestre, in the province of Venice, on the evening of Tuesday, October 3, when a bus full of foreign tourists plunged from the Vempa overpass. According to the prefecture, the definitive toll of the tragedy is 21 dead, including…
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