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Etna eruption July 2024. Screengrab YouTube/AP

Etna eruption closes Catania airport

July 5, 2024July 5, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Etna eruption closes Catania airport

The SAC agency operating Catania airport closed its airspace early on Friday due to ash in the atmosphere caused by Mount Etna eruption. Meanwhile, the Sicilian Island of Stromboli is on red alert because of volcanic activity there.

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

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.

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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 on Italy freezes assets over EU funds fraud

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

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Palatine Chapel in Palermo Sicily has marvellous mosaics. Image by CarlesVA derivative work: Memorato (talk) via Wikepedia

On this day in history: Palermo’s Palatine Chapel consecrated

April 28, 2024April 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on On this day in history: Palermo’s Palatine Chapel consecrated

Within the heart of Palermo, Sicily, lies a treasure trove of history and artistic splendour – the Palatine Chapel. Consecrated on Palm Sunday, April 28, 1140, this architectural marvel has unparalleled beauty and historical importance.

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Mount Etna emits smoke rings on 6th April 2024

Mount Etna blows ‘smoke rings’

April 7, 2024April 7, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Mount Etna blows ‘smoke rings’

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

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Taormina Siciky, shopping. Best things to do in Taormina

Top things to do in Taormina Sicily

April 5, 2024April 5, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Top things to do in Taormina Sicily

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.

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Reconstructed Atlas statue

Colossal Atlas Statue Rises Again After 20-Year Restoration

March 3, 2024March 3, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Colossal Atlas Statue Rises Again After 20-Year Restoration

A remarkable feat of archaeological reconstruction has brought a colossal Atlas statue back to life in the Valley of the Temples, Sicily.

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Artist's impression of Messina Strait bridge project. Stretto di Messina - Original publication: Stretto di Messina Immediate source: Video e foto del Ponte legal rejection

Messina Strait Bridge work may start this summer

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Messina Strait Bridge work may start this summer

Work on the controversial Messina Strait Bridge may start this summer, the CEO of the Messina Strait Company, Pietro Ciucci, said on Sunday.

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Odysseus navigating between scylla and charybdis

The Mythology of the Strait of Messina: Scylla and Charybdis

February 18, 2024February 18, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on The Mythology of the Strait of Messina: Scylla and Charybdis

The Strait of Messina, a narrow waterway separating the Italian peninsula from the island of Sicily, has long been shrouded in mythology and maritime lore. Among the most enduring legends are those of Scylla and Charybdis, two mythological monsters.

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Messina Harbour, one side of the Messina Strait. A bridge is planned to cross the strait

Messina Strait bridge – government signs agreement to build

February 17, 2024February 18, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Messina Strait bridge – government signs agreement to build

Meloni’s government sign agreement to build the controversial Messina Strait bridge. The bridge would be the longest suspension bridge in the world.

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What's behind the tradition of the pesce d'aprile? Image shows someone sticking a colourful paper fish to the back of another.

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Final stage of the Cammino '44 route Memorial to Monte Sole massacre. Image credit: www.cammino44.it

Cammino ’44: new walking route links Nazi-Fascist massacre sites

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northern Italy sea trains start their 2026 services this weekend. By Kabelleger / David Gubler (http://www.bahnbilder.ch) - http://www.bahnbilder.ch/picture/8276, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17185297

Northern Italy’s sea trains return

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