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The Culture Minister with influencer Boccia. The minister admits to an affair with her. Image: Instagram of Boccia

Culture Minister Sangiuliano admits to affair with Boccia

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano admitted on Wednesday night to having a relationship with an alleged advisor, but insisted that he did not pay her or give her access to sensitive information.

On this day in history: Paralympian Francesca Porcellato born

September 5, 2024September 2, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Francesca Porcellato, born on 5th September 1970, has become one of the most inspirational figures in the world of Paralympic sports. A versatile athlete who has competed in multiple disciplines, Porcellato embodies the spirit of perseverance and passion.

Travel guide to Palermo. palermo at sunrise. Image: Freepik

Quick Travel Guide: Palermo

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Palermo, located on the northern coast of Sicily, offers an experience rich in history, culture, and local charm. Our travel guide to Palermo highlights the main places to visit, suggestions for dining and information on how to get around.

Francesca Tarantello and guide Silvia Visaggio take silver in the Triathlon

Paralympics Update – 35 Medals in total

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Paralympics update: Italy is continuing to add to its medal haul. Currently, the tally stands at 35 medals, of which 10 are gold, 8 silver and 17 bronze. Italy is 6th in the table.

Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano and PM Giorgia Meloni. Image: Facebook

Sangiuliano ‘reiterates truth’ to Meloni

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

After a meeting on Tuesday afternoon with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano stated that he had “reiterated the truth of my statements contained in a letter sent this morning to the newspaper La Stampa.

On this day in history: feast day of Saint Rosalia

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 4th September each year, the people of Palermo celebrate the feast day of their beloved patron, Saint Rosalia. She is affectionately known as “La Santuzza” or “the Little Saint.”

Boccia with Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano

Boccia – Sangiuliano row rumbles on

September 3, 2024September 3, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A week ago, there were rumblings that an influencer used as an “advisor” to the culture secretary was party to emails for which she did not have security clearance. Culture Minister Sangiuliano responded to the noise with a letter in today’s La Stampa on the ‘Boccia case’.

Gender-based violence a problem in Naples province

4 gender-related abuse and violence reports made daily in Naples

September 2, 2024September 2, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A total of 964 men have been reported to authorities for various forms of abuse and violence against women in Naples and its province from January to August 2024. This according to figures released by the Carabinieri police on Saturday.