Unvaccinated over-50s suspended from work from today
The Covid mandate for unvaccinated over-50s started today, 15th February. Employers and workers face heavy fines if caught in violation of Italy’s latest Super Green Pass rules.
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All busts of Michelangelo on display in Florence
On Tuesday (15th February), all nine busts of Michelangelo are due to go on display at Florence’s Accademia Gallery. The display runs until June 19th.
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Saint Valentine’s Day in Italy
As people across the globe buy gifts, flowers and chocolates for their loved ones on Saint Valentine’s Day, we take at look at the saint himself.
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Italian government reform to ban politicians from returning to judiciary roles
The Italian government approved a key reform to the country’s much-criticised justice system. The move will make it impossible for magistrates to jump directly from judicial careers to politics and back again.
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Italian government gives green light to privatisation of ITA Airways
On Friday, the Italian government agreed to the privatisation of ITA Airways with Lufthansa and MSC looking on with interest. ITA is the successor to Alitalia.
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Italy landmarks turn off lights in protest over surge in energy bills
On Thursday night, a number of Italian monuments were in darkness as they protested against soaring energy bills.
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Man rams car into town hall after being asked for Green Pass
A local resident in San Severo, Foggia, rammed his car into the town hall after being asked for a valid Green Pass. Police cited the 50-year-old man. In other Covid news, the rule on wearing masks outdoors has been lifted.
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Sorrentino and Luca both in the running for an Oscar
The Hand of God by Italian film director Paolo Sorrentino has been nominated for an Oscar, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced. In the animated feature film category, Luca also gets a nomination.
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Italy has voted to make protection of the environment part of constitution
‘Historic’ vote on Tuesday means Italian state must now protect animals and ecosystems “in the interest of future generations.”
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Outdoor mask restriction to be lifted on 11th February
Italy will lift the outdoor mask restriction on 11th February, deputy health minister Andrea Costa said on Monday. It is a seen as “a sign of hope” for the country.
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