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G7 Privacy meeting focuses on tech advancements. Image shows hand over futuristic technology. Credit: Kharsohtun, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

G7 Privacy meeting: tech advancements must respect individual rights

October 12, 2024October 12, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on G7 Privacy meeting: tech advancements must respect individual rights

The G7 Privacy meeting in Rome concluded with a focus on ensuring that the advancement of technologies, such as artificial intelligence, is accompanied by human-centred solutions that respect individual rights and the Constitution.

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UNIFIL attack unacceptable says Meloni. Image: logo of UNIFIL

“Unacceptable” attacks on UNIFIL

October 10, 2024October 10, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on “Unacceptable” attacks on UNIFIL

Italy formally lodged a complaint with Israel after attacks on the UNIFIL headquarters in Lebanon and two Italian bases. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto summoned the Israeli ambassador in response.

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Trucking sector heading for a collision with Salvini. Credit: Rab Lawrence, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Italian trucking sector demands clarity from Salvini over diesel excise

October 8, 2024October 8, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italian trucking sector demands clarity from Salvini over diesel excise

Italy’s trucking sector has officially entered what is being called a “hot autumn,” with mounting tensions between the industry and the government.

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Antonio Tajani whose party has introduced a new citizenship bill. Photo by Roberto Monaldo / LaPresse

New citizenship bill introduced by FI

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on New citizenship bill introduced by FI

The ruling centre-right party Forza Italia (FI) introduced a citizenship bill on Saturday to reduce the time migrant children need to obtain Italian citizenship to 10 years.

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women attend pro-Palestinian march in Rome 5 Oct 2024 Credit: AP Photo/Andrew Medichini

Pro-Palestine march takes place despite ban

October 6, 2024October 6, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Pro-Palestine march takes place despite ban

About 5,000 people attended a banned pro-Palestinian march in Rome on Saturday. With heightened security, 1,600 people were checked, and 19 were taken to police stations for possible orders to leave the capital.

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The Culture Minister with influencer Boccia. The minister admits to an affair with her. Image: Instagram of Boccia

Sangiuliano clarifies his complaint against former lover

October 1, 2024October 1, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Sangiuliano clarifies his complaint against former lover

Prosecutors questioned former Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano for four hours on Monday. They are investigating his complaint against his former lover and ex-consultant, Maria Rosaria Boccia, according to judicial sources.

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Mattarella says climate change action inadequate

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Mattarella says climate change action inadequate

Italian President Sergio Mattarella said on Saturday that the environment and climate change had been inadequately addressed for too long. Speaking at a UN seminar on climate change in Bonn during his State visit to Germany, Mattarella criticised past efforts.

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Jail time increased for attacks on medical staff. Image shows Doctor in blue outfit. Public health spending in Italy lowest in G7

Increased jail time for attacks on medical staff

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Increased jail time for attacks on medical staff

Today, the Italian government increased the maximum jail time to five years for those carrying out attacks on medical staff.

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Musk denies relationship with Meloni

Musk denies romance with Meloni

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Musk denies romance with Meloni

Elon Musk has dismissed rumours of a romantic relationship with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. A photo of the pair went viral, showing them sharing a warm glance.

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Italy to start failing students for bad behaviour

September 26, 2024September 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Italy to start failing students for bad behaviour

Italy has reintroduced a controversial “grades for conduct” policy allowing students to fail based on their behaviour, amid growing concerns over rising aggression towards teachers.

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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
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Pietrabbondante: A Samnite mountaintop sanctuary

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026Deborah Cater

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