Deborah Cater

Constitutional Court gives Regeni trial go ahead

September 27, 2023September 27, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Constitutional Court today ended a stalemate on the trial in absentia in Italy of four Egyptian intelligence officers on suspicion of torturing to death Italian student Giulio Regeni in Cairo in early 2016.

donatella versace at Milan Fashion Week September 2023

Donatella Versace criticises government’s anti-LGBTQ stance

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Donatella Versace criticised Italy’s right-wing government for its recent actions against LGBTQ rights. She was speaking at Milan Fashion Week while receiving the Humanitarian Award for Equity and Inclusivity.

Giorgia Meloni - her government has now been in power for one year. 25/9/23

Meloni government – one year anniversary

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A year ago, Italy voted in its first woman premier when Giorgia Meloni led a right-wing coalition to election success. One the first anniversary of the Meloni government, the PM says the country is now more credible at an international level.

Messina Denaro, mafia superboss and long-time fugitive, seen her at his arrest, has died.

Mafia superboss Messina Denaro has died

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

One-time top Mafia fugitive Matteo Messina Denaro died in a hospital in L’Aquila on Monday aged 62. He was caught after 30 years on the run in a Palermo cancer clinic in mid-January.

Guardia Costiera, Italian Coastguard, rescues migrants

Hoped to do “better” on immigration – Meloni

September 24, 2023September 24, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni admits she had hoped to do “better” on controlling irregular migration. She came to power a year ago on the promise of dealing with immigration which has since surged.

Historic centre of Turin looking across the river from behind a statue

Best experiences in Turin, Italy – 2026

September 23, 2023January 4, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Turin, in the beautiful Piedmont region of northern Italy, is often overshadowed by its more illustrious Italian counterparts. However, Turin’s allure lies in its rich history, architectural grandeur, delectable gastronomy, and an inviting cultural identity waiting to be unearthed.

Giorgio Napolitano - two time president of Italy who died on Friday 22nd September 2023

Day of mourning for Napolitano funeral

September 23, 2023September 23, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Giorgio Napolitano, the first former Communist to rise to Italy’s presidency, died on Friday, the Quirinal presidential palace said. Napolitano served as president for two terms. His funeral will be held on 26th September, and Italy will hold a day of mourning.