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Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence is to undergo the second phase of a hige restoration project later this year. Image by Revol Web from Bologna, Italia via Wikimedia under Creatoive Commons license

Next phase of Ponte Vecchio restoration begins

April 14, 2024April 14, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In 2022, the mayor of Florence announced a major restoration of the Ponte Vecchio bridge in Florence, as it near its 700-year anniversary. This week, the mayor announced the phase regarding the removal of algae and lichen.

Atrani where Netflix filmed hit series Ripley

Atrani braces for tourist surge following Netflix series Ripley

April 13, 2024April 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Atrani area of the Amalfi coast is expecting a surge in visitors following the Netflix hit series Ripley which was partly filmed there.

Seventh body recovered by fire brigade divers

Seventh body recovered from Enel plant

April 13, 2024April 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Friday, divers from the fire brigade recovered a seventh body from Tuesday’s explosion at Enel Green Power’s Bargi hydroelectric plant on Lake Suviana.

Giuseppe Conte tells M%S members in Puglia to stand down

M5S members stand down in Puglia

April 12, 2024April 12, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Former Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte declared on Thursday that the members of his 5-Star Movement (M5S) holding positions in Puglia would step down. This follows a fresh wave of arrests on Wednesday from members of the southern region’s political arena.

enel hydroelectric plant at Lake Suviana

Little hope of finding survivors after Enel hydroelectric blast

April 11, 2024April 11, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian firefighters said yesterday there is little hope of finding any survivors from Tuesday’s explosion at the Enel hydroelectric plant on Lake Suviana.

baths of Caracalla with water jets. © Tiziana FABI / AFP

Water returns to the Baths of Caracalla

April 10, 2024April 10, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rome’s Baths of Caracalla has revealed a new pool called “The Mirror,” reflecting the ancient ruins of the bath complex constructed 1,800 years ago in the second century.

Image from inside the Lake Suviano hydroelectric plant near Bologna. Image from Twitter.

3 dead, 4 missing in Lake Suviano blast

April 10, 2024April 11, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An explosion at an old hydroelectric plant at Lake Suviano in northern Italy, has claimed the lives of at least three workers, injuring five others. Four people are missing.

eike schmidt who will run for Florence Mayor

Former Uffizi director to run for Florence mayor

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Eike Schmidt, the German-born former director of the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, announced his intention to run for Florence mayor in June’s elections. He will be in coalition with the far-right parties.

Mount Etna emits smoke rings on 6th April 2024

Mount Etna blows ‘smoke rings’

April 7, 2024April 7, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Mount Etna, on Sicily, recently showcased a rare phenomenon – the release of volcanic vortex rings, or ‘smoke rings’.

Taormina Siciky, shopping. Best things to do in Taormina

Top things to do in Taormina Sicily

April 5, 2024April 5, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Taormina in Sicily, offers visitors a myriad of experiences capturing the rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture of this attractive coastal town. From exploring ancient ruins to indulging in delicious Sicilian cuisine, here are some of the best things to do in Taormina.