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Author: Deborah Cater

Deborah Cater holds a Master’s degree in English Literature and is a skilled editor, copywriter, and journalist. As the founder of Italy News Online, she combines her expertise in content creation with an understanding of Italian culture to deliver accurate and engaging news for an English-speaking audience. Deborah splits her time between Italy and Spain.
Fake green pass scheme uncovered

Police uncover fake Green Pass network

August 10, 2021August 10, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Police uncover fake Green Pass network

On Monday, Italian police blocked several groups on mobile messaging app Telegram where users could buy fake a Green Pass. Anyone in Italy needs the Green Pass to access museums, leisure services and restaurants.

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Arrest of Domenico Paviglianiti in Madrid

Mafia arrests in Madrid and Rome

August 8, 2021August 8, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Mafia arrests in Madrid and Rome

This week, police in Rome and Madrid arrested two Mafia bosses. Reputed mafia ‘godmother’ Maria Licciardi, of Naples-based Camorra crime syndicate and Domenico Paviglianiti, of the ‘Ndrangheta are now in custody.

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3 Italian destinations in TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places’ 2021

August 8, 2021August 8, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on 3 Italian destinations in TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places’ 2021

Three Italian destinations make TIME’s World’s Greatest Places 2021 list. Compiled from nominations by TIME’s international network of correspondents and contributors, the list has an eye toward those offering new and exciting experiences.

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What is the Ferragosto holiday?

August 7, 2021August 15, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on What is the Ferragosto holiday?

Why is August 15th a holiday in Italy and what does it entail? ItalyNewsOnline takes a peek at the history of Ferragosto and how Italians celebrate the summer festival.  

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Pompei Archaeological park offers free tests to visitors

Pompei Archaeological Park opens free Covid test centre for visitors

August 7, 2021August 7, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Pompei Archaeological Park opens free Covid test centre for visitors

As the new Green Pass rules came into effect yesterday, limiting access to museums, Pompei opened a free test centre to its visitors.

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Green Pass needed for restaurants and museums in Italy

Tourists miss out as Green Pass required for indoor leisure, sites and restaurants

August 6, 2021August 6, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Tourists miss out as Green Pass required for indoor leisure, sites and restaurants

Visitors across Italy were being asked if they had a Green Pass on Friday as new rules for museums, leisure sites and indoor dining came into force.  

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Italy have record Olympic medal haul

August 6, 2021August 6, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italy have record Olympic medal haul

On a fantastic Friday, Italy added to their Olympic medal haul winning the men’s 4x100m relay, the men’s 75kg karate and the women’s 20km walk.

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Southern Italy vulnerable to climate change

South Italy vulnerable to climate change

August 6, 2021August 6, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on South Italy vulnerable to climate change

The ‘Climate’ study by the ESPON EU research programme states southern Italy is one of the European regions most vulnerable to climate change.

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Valentino Rossi to quit at the end of the season

August 5, 2021August 5, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Valentino Rossi to quit at the end of the season

Motorcycling legend Valentino Rossi announced today he will quit MotoGP at the end of the season.

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Wildfires are devastating parts of Italy

Wildfires in Italy triple this summer

August 5, 2021August 5, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Wildfires in Italy triple this summer

Compared to the yearly average, the number of large wildfires in Italy is estimated to have tripled. Central and southern regions suffer millions of euros of damage to the environment and economy.

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Meloni defends foreign pupils cap proposal

September 26, 2026September 26, 2026Deborah Cater
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Government to scrap road tax for 14.5 million vehicles from 2027

September 18, 2026September 18, 2026Deborah Cater
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Italy issues urgent appeal for blood donors

September 6, 2026September 6, 2026Deborah Cater
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Italy set to fine pedestrians who use phones while crossing the road

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026Deborah Cater
24-hour transport strike back on after TAR ruling General strike

Italy travel warning: September strikes

August 23, 2026August 23, 2026Deborah Cater
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The Michelangelo crucifix most visitors never see

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
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Umbrian plateau becomes a living rainbow

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
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Pietrabbondante: A Samnite mountaintop sanctuary

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026Deborah Cater

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