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Sicily breaks a century-old Mondello beach concession over Mafia ties

March 1, 2026March 1, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Sicilian authorities have revoked a 116-year-old management concession for Mondello Beach after concerns emerged about links to organised crime, regional officials announced.

Fatal Milan tram derailment. Image credit: Piero Cruciatti / AFP - Getty Images

Milan tram derailed killing at least 2 people

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A Milan tram derailed on Friday afternoon killing at least two people and injuring around 40 others. It is one of the city’s most serious public transport accidents in recent years, authorities say.

Rogoredo where a Milan police officer shot dead a drug dealer.

Milan police officer investigated over shooting of drug pusher

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A Milan police officer has been detained on suspicion of homicide following the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man during a drugs operation in January, in a case that has triggered intense scrutiny of police conduct.

€60m plan begins with Giotto’s Bell Tower restoration

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A major restoration of Giotto’s Bell Tower will begin on 9 March as part of a €60 million investment programme for Florence’s cathedral complex, the Opera di Santa Maria del Fiore announced.

Italy allocates €1.25bn for Cyclone Harry recovery

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Italian cabinet has approved more than €1.25 billion to address the damage caused by Cyclone Harry across southern Italy, Civil Protection Minister Nello Musumeci said on Wednesday.

Fire at Naple's Sannazaro Theatre. Image credit: social media

Fire devastates historic Sannazaro theatre in Naples

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A huge fire destroyed the historic Sannazaro Theatre in central Naples on Tuesday, causing extensive damage to the building and nearby homes.

Puglia's Arco dell'Amore collapsed due to bad weather adn storm surges. Image credit: ANSA / Stefania Congedo

Puglia loses Arco dell’Amore coastal arch

February 16, 2026February 17, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Puglia Governor Antonio Decaro on Monday lamented the collapse of the Arco dell’Amore, a natural coastal rock formation at Melendugno, near Lecce, which caved in over the weekend after days of torrential rain and heavy seas.

Giorgia Meloni visits landslide site at Niscemi

Meloni pledges €150 million for Niscemi after landslide

February 16, 2026February 17, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni returned on Monday to Niscemi, the Sicilian town devastated by a landslide last month, as she toured other areas hit by Cyclone Harry, which also caused extensive damage in Calabria and Sardinia. She was accompanied by Civil Protection Chief Fabio Ciciliano for a reconnaissance of the affected sites.

Man throws away gold bars by accident. Image credit: Srinophan69 / Getty Images

Man throws away gold bars by mistake

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A 57-year-old man in southern Italy sparked an unusual and high-stakes recovery operation after accidentally throwing away 20 gold bars worth around €120,000 during a routine household clean-up.

Florence black cube building - at least 10 people under investigation

10 probed over Florence black cube

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

More than ten people are under investigation over Florence black cube building. The controversial edifice replaced the former Teatro Comunale and has drawn criticism for its impact on the historic cityscape.