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Italy Faces Mounting Strain as Gaza Solidarity Strikes Escalate
Ongoing nationwide strikes and protests in support of Gaza have disrupted daily life in major Italian cities, with labor unions and civil groups demanding stronger action from the Meloni government. Public services, transport networks, a...
Meloni Government Moves to Limit LGBTQ+ Discussions in Schools
Italy’s government is preparing new measures to restrict classroom discussions related to LGBTQ+ topics and sexual orientation. The move, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s administration, has drawn criticism from rights advocates wh...
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos Return to Italy Amid Wedding Celebrations
Lauren Sánchez continued her signature bridal-inspired fashion style while vacationing in Italy with Jeff Bezos. The couple, seen attending high-profile events and private gatherings, have made multiple appearances across the country as ...
Italy Prepares for Norway Clash as National Team Finalizes Lineup
The Italian national football team has finalized preparations ahead of its upcoming match against Norway. Team officials have confirmed several lineup adjustments as Italy looks to secure a crucial win and maintain its strong form in int...
Massive Gaza Protests Bring Italy to a Standstill
An estimated two million people across Italy joined a general strike and mass rallies in solidarity with Palestinians, paralyzing key sectors including transport, education, and healthcare. The unprecedented demonstrations have intensifi...
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced to Fifty Months in Prison Following Prostitution Conviction
Judge Subramanian imposes over four years behind bars and a half-million-dollar fine after guilty verdict on Mann Act charges
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Taylor Swift’s ‘Showgirl’ Launch Extends Billion-Dollar Empire
New album, cinema release, and full catalog ownership drive Swift’s expanding economic influence
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U.S. Embassy Issues Demonstration Alert in Rome
The U.S. Embassy in Rome has warned citizens of planned demonstrations on October 3 and 4, urging caution and advising individuals to avoid large gatherings due to potential disruptions.
Italy Confronts Colonial Past Amid Ongoing Debate
A national debate has resurfaced over Italy’s colonial history, with critics pointing to widespread political and cultural amnesia that continues to shape the country’s democratic and social identity.
Salvini Warns Ahead of Italy’s National General Strike
Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has issued a warning to workers’ unions ahead of a national general strike set for Friday, as labor unrest grows over economic and social conditions.
Italy Voices Support for Trump’s Gaza Proposal
The Italian government has declared its backing for Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza conflict, even as widespread public demonstrations across the country call for stronger support for Palestinians.
Foreign Buyers Pursue Italy’s One-Euro House Scheme
Interest in Italy’s €1 house program continues to grow as buyers from around the world purchase abandoned rural properties, aiming to restore them while reviving struggling local communities.
Italy Confirms Commitment to EU Deficit Ceiling
Italy’s government has announced it will keep the national deficit within the European Union’s 3 percent ceiling this year despite slow economic growth, reassuring markets and EU officials.
Italy and Greece Call on Israel to Protect Gaza Flotilla Participants
Italy and Greece have jointly urged Israel to guarantee the safety of those aboard Gaza-bound aid flotillas following a series of high-profile interceptions. Both governments emphasized the need to respect international law and safeguard...
Italian Scientists Search for Dark Matter
Researchers at the Giovanetti Lab in Italy are conducting groundbreaking experiments in the search for dark matter, one of the greatest mysteries in modern physics. The team is developing advanced detection methods in an effort to unlock...
Italy vs. Cuba Preview at FIFA U-20 World Cup
Italy is preparing to face Cuba in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, with sports analysts highlighting Italy’s tactical strength against Cuba’s resilience. Fans are anticipating an intense matchup as both teams seek to secure vital points in the ...
Life in a Small Italian Mountain Town Offers Strong Community Bonds
An American who relocated to a small mountain town in Italy has described the deep sense of community and belonging they found there as surpassing anything previously experienced in the United States. The account highlights the cultural ...
General Strike and Protests Erupt in Italy Over Gaza Flotilla
Unions in Italy have called for a general strike as protests spread across the country in response to Israel’s interception of a Gaza aid flotilla. Demonstrators gathered in major cities demanding protection for humanitarian missions and...
Italian Flag Knit Hat Gains Popularity Among Children
A children’s knit cap featuring the Italian flag design has gained popularity for its warmth and stylish appeal. Marketed as a versatile accessory for leisure and outdoor activities, the elastic beanie reflects both cultural pride and pr...
Tragedy at Italian Airport as Person Pulled Into Plane Engine
A person was killed after being sucked into a plane’s engine at one of Italy’s busiest airports after gaining access to the tarmac. Authorities have launched an investigation into how the individual entered the restricted area, and fligh...
Nationwide Strikes in Italy Halt Services Over Gaza Conflict
Workers disrupt transport and public life in solidarity protests
Lucca Festival to Host ‘Stranger Things’ Fan Gathering
Duffer Brothers and Finn Wolfhard among stars set to appear in Italy
Italy Plans Gas Price Reductions
Energy minister outlines measures to ease costs for households and businesses
Italy Faces Widespread Transport Disruptions in October
Strikes expected to impact flights, trains, and local public services
NGOs Urge EU to Suspend Israel Trade Deal
RSF and partners cite press freedom abuses
Italy to Accept Refugees via Humanitarian Corridor
1,000 people expected under new deal
Italy and Bahrain Seal €1 Billion Strategic Partnership
Agreement spans trade and investment cooperation
UEFA Decision Could Impact Italy Amid Israel Suspension Debate
Speculation grows over possible consequences
Italian Legal Tech Firm Secures $19 Million Investment
Lexroom to expand AI solutions across Europe
Italy’s Inflation Rises Slightly Above Forecast
EU-harmonised CPI reaches 1.8% in September
Italy and Greece Sign Deal for Naval Frigates
Two FREMM vessels included in defense agreement
Italian Hotel Sector Poised for Growth
Tourism rebound fuels optimism in hospitality industry
Italy Nears EU Deficit Limit
Meloni government faces pressure over spending
Trump Announces Intention to Impose 100 Percent Tariff on Foreign-Made Films
President claims America’s movie industry is under threat and orders agencies to begin tariff process, provoking legal and industry uncertainty
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Altman Says GPT-5 Already Outpaces Him, Warns AI Could Automate 40% of Work
OpenAI CEO predicts superintelligent systems by 2030 and sees huge disruption in job tasks
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Russian Research Vessel 'Yantar' Tracked Mapping Europe’s Subsea Cables, Raising Security Alarms
A months-long voyage by the GUGI-operated vessel has loitered above key cable junctions linking the British Isles and Europe, prompting intensified naval monitoring and calls to harden undersea infrastructure
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Gold Tops $3,800 an Ounce as U.S. Shutdown Fears Fuel Safe-Haven Surge
Bullion reaches a new record high amid expectations of Fed rate cuts and mounting risk from a looming government funding lapse
Meloni’s Party Retains Marche, Reinforcing Right-Wing Hold in Traditional Left Heartland
Francesco Acquaroli re-elected in bellwether Marche region, delivering a political boost to Prime Minister Meloni ahead of 2027 general election
Italy Sees Tax Windfall from Inflation and Job Growth
Higher revenues bolster government finances
Alessandro Michieletto Named World Championship MVP
Star outside hitter leads Italy to volleyball glory
Italy Ends Investigation into Sinochem Influence
Probe into major shareholder dropped
Italy Weighs Satellite Strategy Amid Starlink and IRIS² Options
Decision could shape nation’s role in space communications
Simone Giannelli Pays Tribute to Teammate Daniele Lavia
Captain credits Lavia after world title repeat
Italy Promotes ‘Secret Season’ for Tourism
Travel campaign highlights smaller crowds and luxury stays
Italy’s Infrastructure Projects to Redraw European Transit Map
Four major initiatives set to improve connectivity
Global Cruise Industry Posts Dramatic Comeback with 34.6 Million Passengers in 2024
Younger travellers, rising demand and sustainability investments fuel an industry surge
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China Deploys 2,000 Workers to Spain to Build Major EV Battery Factory, Raising European Dependence
The move fuels debate over technology transfer, supply chain sovereignty, and industrial strategy in Europe
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U.S. Demands Brussels Scrutinize Digital Rules to Prevent Bias Against American Tech
Ambassador urges EU to prove its laws do not unfairly target U.S. firms—or to amend them
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced to Fifty Months in Prison Following Prostitution Conviction
Taylor Swift’s ‘Showgirl’ Launch Extends Billion-Dollar Empire
Trump Announces Intention to Impose 100 Percent Tariff on Foreign-Made Films
Altman Says GPT-5 Already Outpaces Him, Warns AI Could Automate 40% of Work
Russian Research Vessel 'Yantar' Tracked Mapping Europe’s Subsea Cables, Raising Security Alarms
Global Cruise Industry Posts Dramatic Comeback with 34.6 Million Passengers in 2024
China Deploys 2,000 Workers to Spain to Build Major EV Battery Factory, Raising European Dependence
U.S. Demands Brussels Scrutinize Digital Rules to Prevent Bias Against American Tech
Private Equity’s Fundraising Surge Triggers Concern of European Market Shake-Out
Shock in France: 5 Years in Prison for Former President Nicolas Sarkozy
Tokyo’s Jimbōchō Named World’s Coolest Neighbourhood for 2025
European Officials Fear Trump May Shift Blame for Ukraine War onto EU
The Personality Rights Challenge in India’s AI Era
Italy Considers Freezing Retirement Age at 67 to Avert Scheduled Hike
Italian City to Impose Tax on Visiting Dogs Starting in 2026
Study Finds No Safe Level of Alcohol for Dementia Risk
UBS Settles French Tax Evasion Case for €835 Million After Years of Legal Appeals
Denmark Investigates Drone Incursion, Does Not Rule Out Russian Involvement
Trump Says Ukraine Can Fully Restore Borders with NATO Backing
Europe Signals Stronger Support for Taiwan at Major Taipei Defence Show
New Eye Drops Show Promise in Replacing Reading Glasses for Presbyopia
EU Set to Bar Big Tech from New Financial Data Access Scheme
Germany Weighs Excluding France from Key European Fighter Jet Programme
Cyberattack Disrupts Check-in and Boarding Systems at Major European Airports
Björn Borg Breaks Silence: Memoir Reveals Addiction, Shame and Cancer Battle
When Extremism Hijacks Idealism: How the Baader-Meinhof Gang Emerged and Fell
JWST Data Brings TRAPPIST-1e Closer to Earth-Like Habitability
Trump Orders $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas and Launches ‘Gold Card’ Immigration Pathway
France’s Looming Budget Crisis and Political Fracture Raise Fears of Becoming Europe’s “Sick Man”
Three Russian MiG-31 Jets Breach Estonian Airspace in ‘Unprecedentedly Brazen’ NATO Incident
Massive Strikes in France Pressure Macron and New PM on Austerity Proposals
Macron and his wife to provide 'scientific photographic evidence' that she is a real woman
Federal Reserve Cuts Rates by Quarter Point and Signals More to Come
European manufacturers against ban on polluting cars: "The industry may collapse"
Turkish car manufacturer Togg Enters German Market with 5-Star Electric Sedan and SUV to Challenge European EV Brands
Christian Brueckner Released from German Prison after Serving Unrelated Sentence
World’s Longest Direct Flight China Eastern to Launch 29-Hour Shanghai–Buenos Aires Direct Flight via Auckland in December
New OpenAI Study Finds Majority of ChatGPT Use Is Personal, Not Professional
Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Assassin Tyler Robinson Faces Death Penalty as Charges Formally Announced
Actor, director, environmentalist Robert Redford dies at 89
The conservative right spreads westward: a huge achievement for 'Alternative for Germany' in local elections
Pope Leo Warns of Societal Crisis Over Mega-CEO Pay, Citing Tesla’s Proposed Trillion-Dollar Package
Poland Green-Lights NATO Deployment in Response to Major Russian Drone Incursion
Elon Musk Retakes Lead as World’s Richest After Brief Ellison Surge
U.S. and China Agree on Framework to Shift TikTok to American Ownership
Le Pen Tightens the Pressure on Macron as France Edges Toward Political Breakdown
Musk calls for new UK government at huge pro-democracy rally in London, but Britons have been brainwashed to obey instead of fighting for their human rights
Czech Republic signs €1.34 billion contract for Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks with delivery from 2028
Penske Media Sues Google Over “AI Overviews,” Claiming It Uses Journalism Without Consent and Destroys Traffic
Indian Student Engineers Propose “Project REBIRTH” to Protect Aircraft from Crashes Using AI, Airbags and Smart Materials
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