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waste plant fire. Image credit: Vigili del fuoco

Three dead in waste-plant explosion near Naples

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A powerful explosion at the Ecopartenope waste oil treatment plant in Marcianise on Friday killed three people, injured two others, and triggered an official inquiry.

Brandizzo train station entrance, where five workers were killed. hit by a train as they worked on the tracks

Prosecutors drop voluntary homicide hypothesis in Brandizzo case

July 24, 2025July 24, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Prosecutors in Ivrea have concluded their investigation into the 2023 Brandizzo rail tragedy, confirming that the initial hypothesis of voluntary homicide with eventual intent has been dismissed. A total of 24 suspects, 21 individuals and three companies, now face charges of manslaughter in connection with the deaths of five railway workers.

fatal workplace accidents continue in Italy. Image: istock

Fatal workplace accidents branded a “massacre” by union leader

May 7, 2025May 7, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has recorded five fatal workplace accidents in under 48 hours, prompting fresh calls for urgent reforms as unions warn of a national “massacre”.