On this day in history: death of author Italo Calvino
Italo Calvino, born on 15th October 1923 in Santiago de Las Vegas, Cuba, is considered one of Italy’s most influential 20th-century writers. He died on 19th September 1985.
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Palermo prosecutors threatened over Salvini Open Arms case
The three Palermo prosecutors who requested a six-year prison sentence for Matteo Salvini in the Open Arms case have received thousands of abusive messages.
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Storm Boris brings floods to Emilia Romagna and Marche
Two people are missing following severe floods in Emilia-Romagna caused by Storm Boris, Deputy Transport Minister Galeazzo Bignami announced at a press conference on Thursday.
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Meloni Calls for Changes to EU Green Deal at Confindustria Assembly
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told the Confindustria assembly in Rome on Wednesday that she plans to “correct” the EU Green Deal, claiming its current form is damaging to European businesses.
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On this day in history: actor Rossano Brazzi born
Rossano Brazzi, born on 18th September 1916 in Bologna, was one of Italy’s most successful actors in Hollywood. With his effortless charm and dashing good looks, he became a favourite romantic lead, particularly in the 1950s. However, his career blossomed during a critical time for American cinema.
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Italy’s Crime Index: A snapshot of the 2024 report
The latest crime index report from Il Sole 24 Ore, based on data from Italy’s Ministry of the Interior, reveals a rise in crime levels across the country. The report highlights that 2023 saw more than 2.2 million reported criminal acts, marking a slight increase from the previous year.
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Toto Schillaci, football icon, has died aged 59
Italy has lost one of its footballing icons, Salvatore ‘Toto’ Schillaci, who passed away at the age of 59. Schillaci, best known for his extraordinary performance during the 1990 World Cup, captured the hearts of a nation.
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On this day in history: mountaineer Reinhold Messner born
On 17th September 1944, the mountaineer Reinhold Messner, was born near Bressanone, Italy. With his remarkable achievements and pioneering approach to climbing, Messner has forever changed the face of high-altitude mountaineering.
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Fitto – executive VP for cohesion reforms in EU
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Tuesday that she has proposed six executive vice presidents for the new EU executive, including Italy’s Raffaele Fitto.
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Wife of Matacena investigated for double murder
Prosecutors in Reggio Calabria have opened an investigation into Maria Pia Tropepi, 43, on double murder charges related to the deaths of her husband, Amedeo Matacena, and his mother, Raffaella De Carolis.
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