Deborah Cater

Spokeswoman for Russia Foreign Minitry, Maria Zakharova. Credit: AP

Russia accuses Italy of drawing more attention to its “problems”

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Foreign ministry spokeswoman for Russia, Maria Zakharova, claimed on Friday that Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani only “attracted more attention” to Italy’s “problems” by summoning the ambassador to Rome.

Image shows the river Arno at dangerously high level under the Ponte Vecchio. A red alert has been issued as flood is expected this afternoon. Image credit: EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock

Red Alert: Torrential Rain Hits Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna faced severe weather on Friday as torrential rain caused widespread flooding and pushed several rivers beyond alert levels. A red alert is now in place for Florence, Pisa, and Prato.

Ligabue at a concert in 2015. Credit: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/2.0/ via Flickr under license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/2.0/

On this day in history: musician Luciano Ligabue born

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Luciano Ligabue, one of Italy’s most iconic rock stars, was born on this day, March 13, 1960, in Correggio, a small town in the Emilia-Romagna region. Known for his powerful lyrics, distinctive voice, and deep connection to his roots, Ligabue’s influence has extended beyond music.

Pope Francis who is celebrating his 12th anniversary as Pope in hospital. Credit: Photo by Stefano Costantino/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Pope Francis marks 12th anniversary as pontiff

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pope Francis spent another restful night at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, where he is marking the 12th anniversary of his election as head of the Catholic Church, the Holy See Press Office said on Thursday.

Easthquake in Campi Flegrei shakes Naples Credit: Alessandro Garofalo/LaPresse/REX/Shutterstock)

Naples shaken by earthquake in Campi Flegrei

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake in the Campi Flegrei volcanic caldera shook the Naples area overnight, sending frightened residents into the streets. The quake caused some damage and injured one person.

Prosecco is one of the Italian products which can be affected by US tariffs. Credit: pxhere

How will the US tariffs affect Italy?

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The US administration’s proposed tariffs could harm Italy’s economy, the wider European economy, and global trade.

Palazzo Communale in Pordenone which Italy's Capital of Culture 2027 Credit: Carlo Marino Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.

Capital of Culture 2027: Pordenone

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pordenone will be the Italian Capital of Culture in 2027, Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli announced at a ceremony in Rome on Wednesday. The jury assigned the honour to the Friuli-Venezia Giulia city.

Forza Italia Calls for Caution Over Potential Starlink Deal

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Forza Italia spokesperson Raffaele Nevi urged caution on Monday regarding political decisions affecting national security. Speaking to Affaritaliani.it, he addressed the possibility of an agreement between the Italian government and Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite network.

Jewwish bathhouse, Ostia. Credit: Ostia Archaeological Park

Ancient Jewish bathhouse found in Ostia

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A unique ancient Jewish bathhouse, or mikveh, has been discovered at Ostia Antica, Rome’s ancient port. It is next to the synagogue, and could be a pull for Jewish tourism.

Vela Scampia. The Yellow Sail is being demolished today. Creative Commons credit: Wikipedia Atribución 4.0 Internacional.

Demolition of Naple’s notorious ‘Yellow Sail’ begins

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The demolition of the Vela Gialla (Yellow Sail) in Naples’ Scampia district began on Monday at 10:16 am, marking a significant step in the area’s regeneration. Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi and members of the Sails Committee of residents attended the event.