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Russia fines Google unprecedented amount

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Russia is reportedly demanding a staggering penalty from Google for its refusal to unblock several pro-Russian YouTube channels, with the fines now amounting to more than 2 undecillion rubles – a figure with a near-unimaginable 36 zeroes following the initial “2.”

Bud Spencer, in one of his Spaghertti Western roles

On this day in history: actor Bud Spencer born

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Today marks the birthday of the beloved Italian actor Bud Spencer, born Carlo Pedersoli on 31st October 1929 in Naples. Known for his towering presence, comic timing, and memorable brawls on-screen, Spencer became an iconic figure in cinema, particularly in the Spaghetti Western and action-comedy genres.

Daniela Santanchè faces a third no-confidence vote Credit: ANSA

Milan Prosecutors call for Santanchè trial

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Milan prosecutor’s office on Wednesday renewed its call for Tourism Minister Daniela Santanchè and other defendants to face trial over alleged false accounting. This is related to fraudulent COVID benefits tied to her former company, Visibilia.

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Economic Roundup – Italy

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

With the latest data released, the economic roundup shows movement in key statistics.

Policeman admits obtaining data for Carmine Gallo

October 31, 2024October 31, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Police officer Marco Malerba admitted to a Milan judge on Thursday that he illegally obtained data at the alleged request of his “boss,” former supercop Carmine Gallo. This according to investigative sources.

Giovannoi Toti who resigned as Governor of Liguria. Image: Facebook

Giovanni Toti’s Community Service proposal blocked

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Giovanni Toti’s community service cannot be carried out by acting as a “testimonial” for the Montemarcello-Magra-Vara Park, a protected regional area in Liguria’s Levante.

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Valencia floods: No Italians affected

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s foreign ministry confirmed Wednesday that no Italians are among those affected by the catastrophic flash floods in Spain’s Valencia region.

Gang of hackers allegedly infiltrated ACN. redit: Foto de Antoni Shkraba: https://www.pexels.com/es-es/foto/ordenador-portatil-teclear-escribir-en-el-ordenador-escribir-a-maquina-5475752/

Gang of hackers allegedly helped fugitives hide

October 30, 2024October 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Some clients of a suspected gang of hackers allegedly knew their “requested investigations” were illegal, according to Carabinieri in Varese. These clients may have helped the hackers avoid repercussions, the police stated in court documents released on Wednesday.

Fabiola Gianotti at CERN. Credit: Claudia Marcelloni

On this day in history: physicist Fabiola Gianotti born

October 29, 2024October 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Fabiola Gianotti, an Italian particle physicist and the first woman to lead CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research was born on 29th October 1960.