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Easthquake in Campi Flegrei shakes Naples Credit: Alessandro Garofalo/LaPresse/REX/Shutterstock)

Naples shaken by earthquake in Campi Flegrei

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A 4.4-magnitude earthquake in the Campi Flegrei volcanic caldera shook the Naples area overnight, sending frightened residents into the streets. The quake caused some damage and injured one person.

Vela Scampia. The Yellow Sail is being demolished today. Creative Commons credit: Wikipedia Atribución 4.0 Internacional.

Demolition of Naple’s notorious ‘Yellow Sail’ begins

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The demolition of the Vela Gialla (Yellow Sail) in Naples’ Scampia district began on Monday at 10:16 am, marking a significant step in the area’s regeneration. Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi and members of the Sails Committee of residents attended the event.

Rome - top spot on Tripadvisors 2025 Best of the best Food Destinations. Credit: shutterstock

Rome tops Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Food Destinations 2025

January 20, 2025January 20, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy continues to captivate travellers worldwide, with multiple cities earning spots in Tripadvisor’s Traveller’s Choice awards. Rome took top spot for Best of the Best Food Destinations for 2025. Recognised for their outstanding food and culture, these Italian gems offer unforgettable experiences for every traveller. Here’s a closer look at the highlights and must-visit sights […]

Death toll rises to four in Naples building collapse

Death toll rises to four after Naples building collapse

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The death toll from Sunday’s collapse of a two-story apartment building in the town of Saviano, near Naples, has risen to four.

House collapses in Saviano, near Naples. Photo credit: Vigili del fuoco on X

Two dead, two missing after house collapses

September 22, 2024September 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Two young children have died, while their mother and another lady are missing after their house collapses in Saviano, near Naples. it is believed a gas explosion was the cause.

Gender-based violence a problem in Naples province

4 gender-related abuse and violence reports made daily in Naples

September 2, 2024September 2, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A total of 964 men have been reported to authorities for various forms of abuse and violence against women in Naples and its province from January to August 2024. This according to figures released by the Carabinieri police on Saturday.

Death toll rises at Scampia

July 25, 2024July 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The death toll from the balcony collapse in one of the Scampia Vele, Naples, continues to rise. Patrizia Della Ragione, aged 53, passed away at Cardarelli hospital.

balcony collapse Scampia. Image courtesy of Vigili del Fuoco

Tragedy Strikes Scampia: Balcony Collapse Claims Lives

July 23, 2024July 23, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Yesterday evening, a devastating incident occurred in the Scampia district of Naples. A balcony collapse at the “Vela Celeste” led to the deaths of a man and a woman, with thirteen others injured, including two two-year-olds. All involved were members of the same family.

Living Cost Comparison

July 20, 2024July 20, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In a 2024 living cost comparison, Aosta is the most expensive city to live in Italy, while Naples is the cheapest, according to Codacons.

The Royal Palace of Napes which houses one of the sculptures by Vicenzo Gemito.

On this day in history: sculptor Vicenzo Gemito born

July 16, 2024July 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Vincenzo Gemito, a renowned sculptor responsible for one of the statues adorning the western façade of the Royal Palace in Naples, was born on 16th July 1852.