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artist impression of messina Strait bridge project. Image credit: Webuild

Audit Court blocks third clause of Messina bridge plan

November 18, 2025November 18, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Audit Court ruled illegitimate a third clause regarding the Messina Strait bridge on Monday, extending a pause on the long-discussed project. The decision followed last month’s rejection of the first two clauses governing the agreement between the transport ministry and the contractor, Stretto di Messina SpA.

Mimmo the dolphin sneaks back into Venice basin

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A lone dolphin, affectionately named “Mimmo”, has made themself at home in the basin in front of the Basilica di San Marco in Venice. They appear unfazed by the flurry of water-taxis, gondolas and tour boats that constantly criss-cross the busy lagoon waters.

flooding friuli Venezia Giulia. A landslide leaves two unaccounted for. Image credit: vigil del fuoco

Landslide leaves two missing as severe storms hit Friuli Venezia Giulia

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Two people remain unaccounted for after a landslide destroyed a house in Brazzano di Cormons during intense overnight rain.

Cirielli sets out pledges in Campania race

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Edmondo Cirielli has set out key promises ahead of Campania’s regional election. He pledged an extra €100 a month for residents on minimum pensions. He said the money would come from regional funds.

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New Tuscan government takes shape amid racism row

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The new regional Tuscan government takes shape after weeks of talks with President Eugenio Giani reaching an agreement with his centre-left allies. National party leaders also took part in the negotiations.

Florence's Piazza della Signoria with outdoor dining structures

Florence to restrict outdoor dining structures in UNESCO areas

November 15, 2025November 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Florence will ban outdoor dining structures in 50 UNESCO-listed streets from 2026. The rule will affect areas such as Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale degli Uffizi. Officials say the ban will protect historic streets and improve public space.

YouTuber Cicalone attacked in Rome by criminal gang. Image credit: X.com

Rome police investigate attack on anti-pickpocket YouTuber

November 13, 2025November 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rome police are investigating a violent assault on YouTuber Simone Ruzzi, known online as Cicalone, near the Vatican. The attack happened around 18:30 on Wednesday at a metro station in the Prati district. Witnesses say about ten people ambushed the videomaker.

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Milan short-term rental surge ahead of Winter Olympics

November 9, 2025November 9, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Short-term rental hosts in Milan are seeing a sharp rise in bookings and revenue ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics, according to data reported by Il Sole 24 Ore, citing AirDNA analytics.

Lake Garda, Lombardy. Image credit: Pxhere

A quick guide to Lombardy

November 8, 2025November 8, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Lombardy combines energy, beauty, and history in one region. In northern Italy, it stretches from the Alps to the Po Valley, offering interesting cities, picture-perfect lakes, and world-class cuisine.

Young worker dies in silo fall in Rovigo

November 5, 2025November 5, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A young worker dies after falling from a height of approximately 10 metres on a farm between San Martino di Venezze and Mardimago in the province of Rovigo. The accident occurred at the facility of the San Martino Corn Producers Cooperative, according to the Veneto branch of the union UIL.