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Image shows migrant farm workers in Italy. Satnam Singh was left at the roadside with a severed arm following a work accident

Agricultural worker left at roadside with severed arm

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Agricultural worker left at roadside with severed arm

A union leader has demanded stringent action against the “barbaric exploitation” of workers after an Indian farm labourer died. He was allegedly left on a roadside by his employer following an accident that resulted in a severed arm.

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Prosecutor’s report on 2023 fatal bus crash in Mestre

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Prosecutor’s report on 2023 fatal bus crash in Mestre

A malfunctioning right pin and joint failure in the steering system caused the fatal bus crash in Mestre on 3rd October 2023, resulting in the deaths of 22 people, says Prosecutor.

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ESM not ratified by Italy, all must agree to it says Metsola.

Italian Parliament won’t ratify ESM

June 21, 2024June 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italian Parliament won’t ratify ESM

Speaking after the Ecofin Council meeting in Luxembourg, Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti said the Italian Parliament won’t ratify the ESM.

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On this day in history: author Valerio Evangelisti born

June 20, 2024June 20, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on On this day in history: author Valerio Evangelisti born

Valerio Evangelisti, one of Italy’s most renowned contemporary authors was born in Bologna on 20th June 1952. Evangelisti’s career spanned several decades, during which he became a pivotal figure in Italian literature, particularly known for his “Nicolas Eymerich” series.

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Italy facing EC deficit proceedings and pensions shortfall

June 20, 2024June 20, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italy facing EC deficit proceedings and pensions shortfall

The European Commission announced Wednesday that Italy is one of seven countries facing a deficit-based excessive deficit procedure. The other countries are Belgium, France, Hungary, Malta, Poland, and Slovakia.

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Accenture to acquire Fibermind

June 20, 2024June 20, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Accenture to acquire Fibermind

Accenture will acquire Fibermind, an Italian network services company specialising in fibre and mobile 5G networks deployment, for an undisclosed amount.

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Agricultural production down in 2023 due to weather events

June 19, 2024June 19, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Agricultural production down in 2023 due to weather events

Italian agricultural production declined last year as wine, fruit, and olive oil output were significantly impacted by extreme weather events linked to climate change, according to national statistics bureau ISTAT on Tuesday.

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Differentiated Autonomy Bill passed by Lower House

June 19, 2024June 19, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Differentiated Autonomy Bill passed by Lower House

On Wednesday, the Lower House approved the government’s bill for ‘differentiated autonomy’ after an all-night parliamentary session. The controversial measure passed with 172 votes in favour, 99 against, and one abstention.

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Final exams for over 500,000 students

June 19, 2024June 19, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Final exams for over 500,000 students

Today sees the start of final exams for more than 500,000 students nationwide. They started at 08.30 with the first test – the same for everyone – testing of the Italian language and critical abilities.

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Fountain of Neptune by Bartolomeo Ammannati in Florence

On this day in history: Bartolomeo Ammannati born

June 18, 2024June 18, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on On this day in history: Bartolomeo Ammannati born

Bartolomeo Ammannati, born on 18th June 1511, in Settignano, near Florence, is a prominent figure in the annals of Renaissance art and architecture. As both a sculptor and architect, Ammannati’s works reflect the grandeur and elegance of the period, blending classical traditions with innovative Renaissance ideals.

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Group of children in a kindergarten classroom attending an interactive learning session with teachers. Image credit: Pavel Danilyuk https://www.pexels.com/license/

Meloni defends foreign pupils cap proposal

September 26, 2026September 26, 2026Deborah Cater
Car tax to be abolished in 2027 for small and medium-sized cars and motorcycles. Image credit: Franck Michel's photo, licensed as CC BY 2.0 via Flickr

Government to scrap road tax for 14.5 million vehicles from 2027

September 18, 2026September 18, 2026Deborah Cater
Blood donors urgently needed. Image credit: Adobe Stock

Italy issues urgent appeal for blood donors

September 6, 2026September 6, 2026Deborah Cater
Pedestrians using phone whilst crossing the road Copyright: © by Westend61 / Maskot,

Italy set to fine pedestrians who use phones while crossing the road

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026Deborah Cater
24-hour transport strike back on after TAR ruling General strike

Italy travel warning: September strikes

August 23, 2026August 23, 2026Deborah Cater
Basilica di Santo Spirito in Florence, where a Michelangelo crucifix hangs. Lucarelli, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

The Michelangelo crucifix most visitors never see

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
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Umbrian plateau becomes a living rainbow

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
Aerial view of Pietrabbondante https://molise.guideslow.it/

Pietrabbondante: A Samnite mountaintop sanctuary

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026Deborah Cater

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