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Reggio Calabria politicians under investigation in mafia probe

June 11, 2024June 11, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Carabinieri police on Tuesday staged a major operation linked to an investigation into alleged ties between the ‘Ndrangheta mafia and the political world of Reggio Calabria, sources said.

Dutch Tourist defaces Herculaneum wall

June 4, 2024June 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A 27-year-old Dutch tourist was arrested for defacing an ancient Roman monument. The incident occurred in the historic city of Herculaneum, near Naples.

Parco del Mare Rimini higlighted as a green tourism point in Emilia Romagna. Image courtesy of Visit Rimini

Emilia-Romagna turning tourism green

May 30, 2024May 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Emilia-Romagna, a picturesque region in northern Italy, has firmly positioned itself as a leader in sustainable and green tourism. Renowned for its landscapes, Emilia-Romagna is now drawing attention for its innovative green tourism initiatives and commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Meloni introduces herself as “that bitch” to de Luca

May 29, 2024May 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Yesterday, PM Meloni introduced herself as “that bitch” when meeting Campania governor De Luca.

Arenaways to open two train routes in Piedmonte, including the Saluzzo track. Saluzzo pictured during winter with Monviso snow-capped mountian in the background

Arenaways to reopen train routes in Piedmonte

May 28, 2024October 15, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian private operator Arenaways has secured a public service obligation (PSO) contract in the Piedmont region. CEO Matteo Arena shared this news with Railway Gazette International on May 21. On 27th March, Piedmont signed a 10-year PSO contract. It starts on January 1, 2025, and ends on December 31, 2034. Arena explained the contracts were […]

Arrests over illegal dumping of waste in Campania. The areas is known as the land of fires due to burning of the illegal waste dumps. Image: https://www.facebook.com/international.support.toxic.fires/

Arrests over illegal dumping in Campania

May 28, 2024May 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Tuesday, Carabinieri executed arrest warrants for 12 individuals in a significant operation targeting illegal dumping in Campania.

MEP Donato whose husband died in mysterious circumstances over the weekend

Don’t speculate over my husband’s death – MEP Donato

May 27, 2024May 27, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

MEP Francesco Donato appealed to the media and public to stop speculating over her husband’s death. The politician’s husband was found dead over the weekend in his SUV.

Palermo where assets were frozen over EU Funds Fraud De Xerones - Flickr, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1613555

Italy freezes assets over EU funds fraud

May 24, 2024May 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A Palermo judge freezes assets of individuals and companies suspected of EU funds fraud. The freezing order totalled over €15million.

The new Metro Line C will run under the Forum in Rome. Google Street View popular cultural site.

Rome’s Metro Line C under Colesseum and Forum at critical juncture

May 24, 2024May 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The project to extend Rome’s Metro Line C under ancient Roman ruins and through Rome’s historic centre has advanced to a crucial stage. Engineers have started the construction of an 85-metre deep retaining wall surrounding the main station at Piazza Venezia.