Toss your coins in the Trevi pool
As the Trevi Fountain in Rome undergoes maintenance work, tourists now have an unprepossessing ‘Trevi pool’ into which they can toss their coins.
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Author: Deborah Cater
Deborah Cater holds a Master’s degree in English Literature and is a skilled editor, copywriter, and journalist. As the founder of Italy News Online, she combines her expertise in content creation with an understanding of Italian culture to deliver accurate and engaging news for an English-speaking audience.
Deborah splits her time between Italy and Spain.
Judiciary is not overreaching into politics – Lawyers Association
The Italian Criminal Lawyers Association defended Bologna judges who referred a new government measure, defining a list of safe countries for repatriation, to the European Court of Justice. This referral sparked accusations of judicial overreach into politics.
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On this day in history: publisher Arnoldo Mondadori born
Born on 2nd November 1889, in Poggio Rusco, a small town in Lombardy, Arnoldo Mondadori grew up in modest surroundings. Despite limited education, his entrepreneurial spirit and vision led him to found what would become one of Italy’s largest publishing houses.
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Five Stripped of Italian Citizenship Over Hezbollah Ties
Five individuals, primarily from Lebanon, were stripped of their Italian citizenship over links to the Hezbollah terrorist group, Foreign Affairs Minister Antonio Tajani confirmed. These individuals allegedly acquired Italian citizenship through irregular methods, Schengen News reported.
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Navy ship Libra to resume Mediterranean patrol
The Italian Navy ship Libra, assigned to monitor Italy’s controversial agreement for Albanian-based migrant centres, will return to the central Mediterranean next week. Sources confirmed the news on Saturday, following recent reports.
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Tajani Congratulates New UK Tory Party Leader
Italy’s Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani congratulated Kemi Badenoch on her election as the new UK Tory Party leader. Badenoch’s win marks a milestone, as she becomes the first black woman to lead a major British political party.
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MotoGP Cancels Valencia Season Finale Following Fatal Floods
MotoGP confirmed the Valencia season finale, initially scheduled in two weeks, will now be held at an alternative location after severe flooding devastated the region, claiming over 200 lives.
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Winter City Breaks in Italy
Winter city breaks in Italy offer a different perspective on the country’s charm, with many places revealing unique atmospheres and a quieter, more relaxed vibe. Here are ten Italian cities that become especially enchanting during the colder months.
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Italy Faces Surge in Cyber Attacks Amidst Snooping Scandal – Piantedosi
Since early 2022, Italy has faced approximately 33,000 major cyber attacks, according to Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi, who addressed the Senate on Thursday.
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Bologna Tribunal questions new migrant repatriation decree
The Bologna tribunal has referred a recent Italian government decree on migrant repatriation to the European Court of Justice (ECJ). This decree lists 19 countries as “safe” for repatriation, including Bangladesh, Algeria, and Tunisia, which the government considers suitable for returning migrants.
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