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Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoy (1528-1580)

On this day in history: Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoy dies

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Emanuele Filiberto, Duke of Savoy, died on 30th August 1580 in Turin. He was a significant figure in European history, credited with revitalising the Duchy of Savoy after years of decline. Known as Testa di Ferro (Iron Head) due to his resolute determination, he played a pivotal role in restoring Savoy’s sovereignty and modernising its […]

Turin bans smoking in 5-metre radius of others.

Turin bans smoking within five-metre radius of others

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

Turin bans smoking within five-metre radius of others, without express consent, in new regulations for smokers outdoors.

Last Generation naked flash mob in Turin

October 2, 2023October 2, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Several Ultima Generazione (Last Generation, UG) climate crisis activists were fined €3,300 each for public indecency. They took part in a naked flash mob on a central Turin bridge on Saturday.

Historic centre of Turin looking across the river from behind a statue

Best experiences in Turin, Italy – 2024

September 23, 2023September 23, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Turin, in the beautiful Piedmont region of northern Italy, is often overshadowed by its more illustrious Italian counterparts. However, Turin’s allure lies in its rich history, architectural grandeur, delectable gastronomy, and an inviting cultural identity waiting to be unearthed.

Plcebo singer Brian Molko who insulted Italian PM Giorgia Melonia calling her "racist" and "facist".

Placebo singer investigated for calling Italian PM ‘racist’ and ‘fascist’

July 18, 2023July 18, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Brian Molko, Placebo singer, criticised Giorgia Meloni during a concert at the Sonic Park festival last week.

FAI protest in Turin ends in violence adn vandalism

Anarchists vandalise Turin during protest

December 6, 2022December 6, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

There was violence and vandalism in Turin on Monday when around 250 anarchists took to the streets. They were protesting in solidarity with jailed members of FAI.

Fridays for future Turin. Image by ars Electronica via Flickr.com under Creative Commons license

Turin is next ‘Fridays for Future (FFF)’ capital

July 22, 2022July 22, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Turin is the Fridays For Future (FFF) capital for five days next week when it hosts the movement’s second European Meeting from July 25 to 29. Activists from 55 different countries will take part in debates, workshops and conferences.

Turin prepares for the Eurovision Song Contest

May 4, 2022May 4, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

With only 10 days to go, Turin is in the last throes of preparing for the Eurovision 2022 finals. Forty participants are ready for the finals which start on 10th May.

A glimpse of Turin

January 22, 2022January 22, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The unified Italy’s first capital and the current capital of the Piedmont region, Turin has a long history and a beautiful heart.

Three workers killed by crane collapse in Turin

December 19, 2021December 19, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

One crane was constructing another larger crane when they collapsed on to buildings and vehicles. Three workers died as a result of the crane collapse and three further people were injured.