Deborah Cater

Meloni with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Image: Image: Liu Weibing/Xinhua/IMAGO

Meloni tells China balanced trade relations needed

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has embarked on an official visit to China, aiming to “revitalise” Italy’s relations with the country after last year’s significant decision to withdraw from Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Ceccon with his 100m backstroke gold medal. Image: AFP

Ceccon – Another gold in the Olympic pool for Italy

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Thomas Ceccon has added an Olympic gold medal to his impressive resume, which already includes a world record and a world championship in the men’s 100m backstroke.

Six cities on red alert for weather Tourists sheltering under umbrellas as they line up to enter the Pantheon in Rome, July 8, 2023 during the heatwave. Gregorio Borgia/AP

Heatwave tightens grip on Italy

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Today the heatwave in Italy is set to intensify with 13 major cities on red alert. The Health Ministry gave the warning on Monday.

Grosseto cycling route. The Tuscan city won the 2024 European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism award

Grosetto: 2024 European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The European Commission has two awards which recognise and promote smart and sustainable tourism. Little-known Grosetto in Tuscany is the first Italian city to win the European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism award.

Piazza Dante, Grosseto. Di Alienautic - Opera propria, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94627655

Things to Do in Grosseto, Tuscany

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In the picturesque region of Maremma in southern Tuscany, Grosseto is a charming city that often flies under the radar of many travellers. Grosseto offers a variety of activities and attractions for visitors looking to experience the true essence of Tuscany. These are the best things to do in Grosseto.

Nicolò Martinenghi wins Italy's first gold at the Paris Olympics. Image: Facebook

Martinenghi wins gold

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s first gold medal in Paris went to Nicolò Martinenghi, as he won the 100m breaststroke final.

Meloni has written to Ursula von der Leyen about the EC's 2024 Rule of Law report. Image: EPA

Meloni complains to EU about 2024 Rule of Law report

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni has written a letter to European Commission President von der Leyen to complain after the publication of the Commission’s 2024 Rule of Law Report.

satellite view of central region affected by drought - Abruzzo Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

Call on government to declare climate state of emergency

July 28, 2024July 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Green-Left Alliance (AVS) called on Premier Giorgia Meloni’s government on Saturday to declare a climate state of emergency as southern and central regions grapple with a severe drought.

Appian Way achieves UNESCO World Heritage status

July 28, 2024July 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s ancient Roman Appian Way was admitted to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday during the 46th session World Heritage Committee, which is taking place in New Delhi.