Deborah Cater

On this day in history: designer Nino Cerruti born

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Nino Cerruti, born on 25th September 1930 in Biella, was a name synonymous with elegance and innovation in fashion. As one of the foremost figures in Italian style, Cerruti transformed men’s fashion with his bold yet timeless designs.

Stellantis strike called for 18th October. Image shows car brands associated with Stellantis

Stellantis strike set for 18th October

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s major unions have called for a one-day strike on 18th October for metal workers at Stellantis and its local suppliers. The Stellantis strike aims to address concerns over the automaker’s declining production in the country, according to the UILM union.

Meloni addresses UN General Assembly

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni raised several global issues during her speech at the UN General Assembly.

Maura Delpero director of Vermiglio recieveing the Silver Lion in Venice. Credit: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images

Vermiglio selected for Italy’s submission to Oscars

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has selected Vermiglio by Maura Delpero as its official submission for Best International Feature at the 2025 Oscars, the Italian selection committee announced on Tuesday.

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On this day in history: polymath Girolamo Cardano born

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 24th September 1501, Girolamo Cardano, a Renaissance polymath whose impact resonated across multiple fields, including mathematics, medicine, philosophy, and astrology was born.

Floods lead to state of emergency in Veneto and missing baby and grandmother in Tuscany. Credit: Vigili del fuoco

Missing baby and grandmother in Tuscany floods

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Tuscany Governor Eugenio Giani announced search operations are ongoing for a woman and her five-month-old grandson in the region between Livorno and Pisa following floods.

Giulia Cecchettin, whose body is believed to have been found in the province of Pordenone. The confession of her murderer was revealed on TV programme Quarto Grado

Filippo Turetta trial begins

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The trial of Filippo Turetta, accused of the brutal murder of his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend Giulia Cecchettin, began in Venice on Monday.

Paolo Rossi at the 1982 World Cup. Credit: De Desconocido - El Gráfico Twitter account, Dominio público, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=115056233

On this day in history: footballer Paolo Rossi born

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Paolo Rossi, one of Italy’s greatest footballers, was born on 23rd September 1956. Known for his outstanding performances during the 1982 FIFA World Cup, Rossi became a national hero, leading Italy to victory and earning the Golden Boot as the tournament’s top scorer.

Death toll rises to four in Naples building collapse

Death toll rises to four after Naples building collapse

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The death toll from Sunday’s collapse of a two-story apartment building in the town of Saviano, near Naples, has risen to four.

Roberto Saviano tells Salvini, shame on you at defamation trial

On this day in history: birth of author Roberto Saviano

September 22, 2024September 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 22nd September 1979, in Naples, Roberto Saviano is one of Italy’s most renowned and controversial authors. Saviano has become a global figure for his unflinching exposés of organised crime, particularly the Neapolitan Camorra.