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Alice Codato and Laura Meriano Claim Historic Italian Victory at Henley Royal Regatta

Italian rowers Alice Codato and Laura Meriano won the Hambleden Pairs Challenge Cup, securing Italy’s first women’s victory in the 187-year history of the Henley Royal Regatta.

Prosecutors Seek Closure of Investigation Into Former Refereeing Chief Gianluca Rocchi

Prosecutors have requested that an investigation involving former refereeing official Gianluca Rocchi be archived, saying the evidence did not establish an intention to manipulate match results.

ITA Airways Turns to Its Own Staff to Design New Uniforms for 2027

ITA Airways has chosen flight attendant Valentina Santini to design uniforms scheduled to debut in the second half of 2027, with pilots, cabin crew and ground staff contributing to the development process.

Italian Stocks Slide as Stellantis Losses Weigh on Milan Market

Italy’s main equity market fell nearly 2% during a volatile session as losses in automotive shares, led by Stellantis, outweighed gains elsewhere in the market.

Italy Reviews Extension of Home Energy-Efficiency Tax Incentives

The Economy Ministry is considering whether to extend tax incentives covering measures such as heat pumps and energy-efficient windows as existing benefits approach their scheduled expiry.

Return Migration Rises as More Young Italians Come Home After Living Abroad

More than 129,000 Italians aged 18 to 39 returned from abroad over the five years through 2025, with the number of returnees reaching about 40 for every 100 departures during the period.

Italian Education Minister Calls for Social Media Restrictions for Children Under 15

Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara has called for restrictions preventing children under 15 from accessing social media and other potentially harmful online channels following the stabbing of a teacher by a 13-year-old student in Rome.

Conte Reaffirms Five Star Opposition to Further Arms Shipments and European Rearmament

Five Star Movement leader Giuseppe Conte says his party will continue opposing further weapons shipments to Ukraine and higher European defense spending, positions backed by large majorities in an internal party consultation.

Italy’s Governing Centre-Right Coalition Measures 40.7% in YouTrend Polling Average

The YouTrend-AGI Supermedia based on surveys conducted from September 2 to 16 puts Fratelli d’Italia, Forza Italia, the League and Noi Moderati at a combined 40.7%, down 0.4 percentage points from the previous average.

Meloni Says Government Will Examine Schlein’s Climate and Energy Proposals

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says her government will consider proposals submitted by Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein on climate and energy policy, while ministers say some measures overlap with ideas already under government review.

League Pushes Proposal for Retirement at 64 Ahead of Italy’s 2027 Budget

The League is pressing for a measure allowing some workers to retire at 64, with party officials estimating that an experimental three-year scheme could lead to around 80,000 additional early retirements.

Stellantis Plans European Leapmotor Production Outside Italy

Stellantis is moving toward producing upcoming Leapmotor vehicles elsewhere in Europe rather than at an Italian plant, adding to concerns among Italian unions over the country’s future share of automotive manufacturing.

Giorgetti Warns Rising Interest Costs Are Increasing Pressure on Italy’s Public Debt

Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti says Italy’s debt-servicing burden is rising at a worrying pace as higher borrowing costs add pressure to the finances of one of Europe’s most heavily indebted governments.

Mattarella Warns Against Illiberal Democracy and Defends Political Pluralism

President Sergio Mattarella used the closing ceremony of the Pordenonelegge festival to defend freedom of expression and pluralism, warning against what he described as a growing global temptation toward illiberal democracy.

Naples Caps Tourist Accommodation at 30% of Housing in Historic-Centre Buildings

Naples has approved new rules requiring at least 70% of properties in affected historic-centre buildings to remain residential, restricting bed-and-breakfast and other tourist accommodation to a maximum of 30%.

Stellantis Halts Mirafiori Production for Three Days Over Hybrid Engine Component Shortage

Stellantis temporarily stopped vehicle assembly at its historic Mirafiori plant in Turin after stronger-than-expected hybrid demand created shortages of engine components supplied by its Carmagnola operation.

Revolut Faces $3 Million Ransom Demand After Customer Data Breach

Hackers have demanded $3 million from Revolut after obtaining sensitive information on hundreds of customers through fraudulent requests that exploited an Italian government email system, while the digital bank says its internal systems ...

Italy Moves Toward 30% Limit on Foreign Students in Individual Classrooms

Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara says the government intends to put the existing 30% guideline for foreign students per class into law, arguing that schools need a more even distribution of pupils to support language acquisition and...

Meloni Plans School Ban on Burqas and Niqabs

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced plans for legislation prohibiting full-face Islamic veils in Italian schools as part of a wider package of education and integration measures.

European Commission to Review Italy’s Car-Tax Measure Under 2027 European Semester

The European Commission says it will assess Italy’s new vehicle-tax exemption against the country’s fiscal recommendations as part of the next European Semester review.

Italy Approves 2027 Car-Tax Exemption for Vehicles Up to 80 Kilowatts

The Italian government has approved a 2027 exemption from regional vehicle tax for qualifying cars of up to 80 kilowatts, covering one eligible vehicle per person while compensating regional governments for lost revenue.

Italy Presses EU to Reinforce Red Sea Naval Mission as Shipping Risks Rise

Defense Minister Guido Crosetto has urged the European Union to strengthen Operation Aspides with more ships and funding, saying Italy could contribute another frigate if other member states help cover the cost of protecting merchant tra...

Italian Football Mourns Inter Milan Great Sandro Mazzola

Italy’s sporting community has paid tribute to Sandro Mazzola, the celebrated former Inter Milan player associated with the club’s dominant Grande Inter side of the 1960s.

Milan Market Faces Volatility Ahead of Major Blue-Chip Dividend Payments

Italian equities are facing pressure from rising US Treasury yields as major companies including ENI and STMicroelectronics approach scheduled ex-dividend dates, affecting trading and liquidity on the Milan exchange.

Teacher Stabbed at Rome Middle School as Italy Reviews Classroom Security

A student at a school in Rome’s Centocelle district stabbed a teacher after using pepper spray, prompting Italy’s Education Ministry to review security and disciplinary measures in public schools.

ITA Airways Unveils Employee-Designed Uniforms Ahead of Deeper Lufthansa Integration

ITA Airways has introduced new crew uniforms designed by its own employees rather than an outside fashion house as the Italian carrier continues its integration with Lufthansa Group.

Genoa Boat Show Reports Record International Interest in Superyachts

Organisers of the Genoa International Boat Show reported record participation by international buyers and an increase in superyacht displays, highlighting continued demand for Italy’s luxury shipbuilding industry.

Prada Rejects Speculation Over Potential Giorgio Armani Acquisition

Prada executives have denied market speculation that the group is preparing to acquire Giorgio Armani, easing some of the takeover speculation surrounding Italy’s luxury fashion sector.

Ferrovie dello Stato Orders Eight Stadler Hybrid Locomotives for European Freight Network

Italy’s state railway group has ordered eight hybrid locomotives from Swiss manufacturer Stadler to expand freight capacity on international routes through the Alps.

Italy Prepares Age-Verification Rules to Block Social Media Access for Children Under 13

Italian digital regulators and telecommunications providers are preparing stricter age-verification systems under new European rules aimed at preventing children younger than 13 from accessing social media platforms.

Delfin Reorganises Investment Holdings as Francesco Milleri Strengthens Control

The Del Vecchio family holding company Delfin is restructuring its investment portfolio as Chief Executive Francesco Milleri consolidates governance arrangements surrounding its stake in EssilorLuxottica.

ENI Advances €1.5 Billion Share Buyback Amid Volatile Energy Markets

Italian energy group ENI is continuing the second tranche of its €1.5 billion share repurchase programme despite volatility in global oil and natural gas markets.

One in Four Italian Companies Cuts Research and Development Spending

New economic data cited in the newsroom notes indicate that about a quarter of Italian companies have reduced research and technology investment as high borrowing costs and weak export demand encourage businesses to preserve cash.

Italian Prosecutors Complete Probe Into Bank Employee Accused of Accessing Meloni and Draghi Accounts

Prosecutors have concluded their investigation into former bank employee Vincenzo Coviello, who is accused of illegally accessing the financial records of thousands of prominent people, including Giorgia Meloni and Mario Draghi.

Salvini Plans Decree to Delay Euro 5 Diesel Restrictions Through 2027

Transport Minister Matteo Salvini said he will bring a decree to the next cabinet meeting postponing restrictions on Euro 5 diesel vehicles in affected Italian areas for the whole of 2027. ([ANSA.it][5])

Meloni Says She Will Consider Schlein’s Proposals on Energy Transition

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she would examine proposals from Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein on accelerating Italy’s energy transition, opening an unusual channel of dialogue between the government and opposition. ([ANSA.it]...

Italy’s Supreme Court Deploys AI to Process Appeals and Sanctions Fabricated Legal Citations

The Supreme Court of Cassation has begun using artificial intelligence to help process legal appeals while also imposing penalties on lawyers who submit fictitious precedents generated by automated tools.

Rome Cybersecurity Startup Exein Reaches $1.7 Billion Valuation After $270 Million Funding Round

Italian cybersecurity company Exein raised $270 million at a $1.7 billion valuation, giving Rome another billion-dollar technology company focused on security for connected physical and artificial-intelligence systems.

Stellantis Production at Cassino Falls 36% as Unions Raise Concerns Over Factory Outlook

Vehicle production at Stellantis’ Cassino plant dropped 36% in the first half of the year, according to Italy’s metalworkers union, intensifying concern over the company’s restructuring and domestic manufacturing strategy.

High Energy Costs Put One-Fifth of Italian Paper Mills at Risk of Closure

Italian paper industry groups warn that elevated natural gas and electricity costs could force about 20% of domestic production capacity to close, increasing pressure on the government to support manufacturers and regional employment.

Italy Urges Stronger EU Support for Red Sea Maritime Security Mission

Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has pressed the European Union for additional resources for the Aspides mission as Italy seeks to protect commercial shipping through the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb corridor. ([Il Foglio][3])

Italian Jets Shoot Down Drone After Lithuanian Airspace Breach

Italian Air Force Eurofighters serving on NATO’s Baltic air mission intercepted and destroyed a drone that entered Lithuanian airspace, with Lithuanian authorities investigating its origin and purpose. ([URM | Užsienio reikalų ministeri...

Italian Eurofighter Damaged in Drone Attack on Saudi Air Base

An Italian military aircraft at Saudi Arabia’s Taif air base was damaged during a drone attack, while Italy’s Defence Ministry said no Italian personnel were injured. ([euronews][1])

Italian Antitrust Authority Opens Probe Into Intesa Sanpaolo Bid for Monte dei Paschi

Italy’s competition regulator has launched an investigation into Intesa Sanpaolo’s proposed acquisition of Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, examining the potential impact on competition in retail and corporate lending.

UniCredit Steps Up Pressure on Commerzbank as Orcel Pushes for Leadership Changes

UniCredit is increasing pressure on Commerzbank after building a substantial equity position, with Chief Executive Andrea Orcel seeking management changes as the Italian lender pursues a potential cross-border banking combination.