CGIL union calls for “real social revolt”
CGIL leader Maurizio Landini, head of Italy’s largest left-wing trade union, called for a “real social revolt” on Wednesday.
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The right congratulate Trump on his presidency
Italian President Sergio Mattarella extended his congratulations to Donald Trump following his victory in the United States presidential election. He reaffirmed Italy’s commitment to strong bilateral relations with the U.S. and collaboration on the global stage.
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More Italian restaurants awarded Michelin stars
Italy’s Michelin Guide for 2025, unveiled in Modena, has awarded stars to 33 new restaurants, marking the 70th edition of the prestigious culinary guide.
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Impromptu strike affects 70% of trains in main cities
An eight-hour impromptu strike by railway workers from Trenitalia, Trenitalia Tper, Fs Security, Italo Ntv, and Trenord disrupted train services across Italy on Tuesday.
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Transport strikes in November set to cause widespread disruption
Italy is set to experience widespread travel disruptions in November 2024, with multiple strikes impacting air travel, trains, and local public transport.
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ITA Lufthansa merger has stalled
The ITA and Lufthansa merger talks stalled overnight, putting the merger agreement on hold. The Italian economy ministry (MEF), which owns ITA Airways—the successor to Alitalia—reportedly rejected Lufthansa’s request to reduce the agreed purchase price of 829 million euros for full acquisition, according to Corriere della Sera.
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“Well-being and Inequalities in Italy” report shows divide remains between north and south
A new study by ISTAT, titled “Well-being and Inequalities in Italy” and released on Monday as part of the BES project on fair and sustainable well-being, reveals that living conditions in northern Italy continue to surpass those in the South.
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Migrant arrivals down 29% in October
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reported on Monday that migrant arrivals totalled 5,500 people on Italy’s shores in October, marking a 29% drop from September’s figure of 7,685 arrivals.
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On this day in history: composer Vincenzo Bellini born
On 3rd November 1801, Vincenzo Bellini, one of Italy’s most celebrated opera composers, was born in Catania, Sicily. Known for his long, flowing melodic lines and expressive style, Bellini played a significant role in the development of Italian opera during the early 19th century, influencing generations of composers.
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Italian volunteer stretcher bearer dies in Ukraine
Massimiliano Galletti, an Italian volunteer was killed in Ukraine. A volunteer stretcher bearer from San Benedetto del Tronto, he lost his life last Monday. Shrapnel from a grenade, mortar, or RPG hit him during an attack on the outskirts of Kyiv.
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