Rome Times

AC Milan introduced its MyTickets mobile application to digitize season ticket access, simplify ticket transfers and improve the matchday experience for supporters at San Siro.

Pope Francis Appeals for Ceasefires in Ukraine and the Middle East

Pope Francis renewed calls for an end to the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, offering the Holy See's support for humanitarian corridors and diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving peace.

Pompeii Unveils Newly Discovered Roman Frescoes Using Advanced Archaeological Technology

Italy's Ministry of Culture presented newly uncovered Roman frescoes at Pompeii, highlighting how digital imaging and non-invasive excavation techniques continue to reveal significant archaeological discoveries.

Italy’s Luxury Fashion Industry Shifts Exports Toward the United States and Middle East

Italian fashion and luxury goods manufacturers reported stable production, offsetting softer demand from mainland China by increasing exports to resilient markets in the United States and the Middle East.

Ferrari Expects Record Revenue as Global Luxury Demand Remains Strong

Ferrari said its order book remains full for the next several years ahead of its earnings report, reflecting continued demand from wealthy customers for its limited-production sports cars.

Italian Banks Remain on Track for Strong Earnings

Market analysts expect another quarter of robust profitability from major lenders including Intesa Sanpaolo and UniCredit, supported by high interest margins, solid corporate lending and disciplined cost controls.

Italy Advances High-Speed Rail Projects Linking Northern Industry With Mediterranean Ports

The Ministry of Infrastructure reported further progress on high-speed rail construction connecting Milan, Genoa and southern Italy, with projects backed by National Recovery and Resilience Plan funding to improve logistics and reduce tr...

Enel and Eni Expand Energy Investments to Strengthen Italy’s Supply Security

Enel accelerated investment in renewable energy and electricity grid upgrades across southern Italy, while Eni advanced natural gas exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean and North Africa to reinforce long-term energy security.

Stellantis Extends European Sales Lead as First-Half Registrations Rise

Stellantis reported a 3.8% increase in European vehicle registrations during the first half of the year, supported by strong demand for the Fiat Pandina in Italy and continued growth in Leapmotor electric vehicle sales.

Italy Strengthens Cooperation With Egypt on Migration and Energy Security

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi focused on cooperation over Mediterranean migration routes, border security, and expanding energy infrastructure links.

Meloni and Britain Reaffirm Commitment to Global Combat Air Programme

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the British government reaffirmed support for the Global Combat Air Programme, welcomed Canada as an observer, and advanced plans for the multinational aerospace partnership.

Italy Reinforces Red Sea Naval Mission and Expands Defense Technology Cooperation

Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said Italian naval forces will remain deployed in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb to safeguard commercial shipping, while also confirming an advisory role had been offered to former Ukrainian Defense Ministe...

European Commission Says Italy’s Budget Deficit Has Fallen Close to EU Target

The European Commission confirmed Italy reduced its general government deficit to 3.1% of GDP, helped by stronger tax revenues and higher employment, easing near-term fiscal pressure as Rome advances its medium-term budget strategy.

Italian Constitutional Court Refers Citizenship-by-Descent Restrictions to EU Court

Italy's Constitutional Court has suspended domestic rulings on the government's controversial two-generation limit for citizenship by descent and asked the European Court of Justice to determine whether the measure is compatible with Eur...

Italy Unveils €1 Billion ColtivaItalia Plan to Modernize Agriculture

The Agriculture Ministry has launched the €1 billion ColtivaItalia program to help farms adopt advanced irrigation systems, satellite-based monitoring and climate-resilient technologies, aiming to strengthen agricultural productivity and...

Milan Urban Planning Investigation Intensifies With Questioning of Municipal Officials

Judicial authorities in Milan have begun questioning senior municipal officials and private developers as part of a broad investigation into urban planning approvals and land development, adding uncertainty to major real estate projects ...

Italy Launches €1.35 Billion Vehicle Incentive Program While Pressing Stellantis on Domestic Production

The Italian government has introduced a €1.35 billion package to support electric commercial vehicles, charging infrastructure and cleaner transport while continuing talks with Stellantis over protecting manufacturing and automotive supp...

Italy Expands Red Heat Alerts to Eighteen Cities as Power Demand Hits Annual High

Health and civil protection authorities have placed eighteen cities under the highest heat alert level as soaring temperatures pushed electricity demand to a yearly peak and contributed to localized pressure on the national power grid.

Bank of Italy Reports Public Debt Above €3.18 Trillion as IMF Backs Fiscal Discipline

New figures from the Bank of Italy show public debt rose to €3.181 trillion in May, while the International Monetary Fund praised the country's fiscal discipline but cautioned that high debt levels and demographic pressures remain long-t...

UniCredit Posts Record €6.1 Billion Profit as Andrea Orcel Signals Cautious M&A Approach

UniCredit reported stronger-than-expected first-half earnings of more than €6.1 billion, giving the bank additional financial strength while Chief Executive Andrea Orcel maintained a measured stance on potential acquisitions involving Co...

EU-US Trade Talks Raise Alarm for Italian Exporters Over Proposed Tariffs

Italian business groups are warning that proposed 15% tariffs on European Union goods could cost Italian exporters an estimated €23 billion, increasing pressure on manufacturers of machinery, luxury products and agricultural goods as EU-...

EU Antitrust Fine on Google Fuels Debate Over Italy's Digital Economy

The European Union's 890 million euro antitrust penalty against Google has renewed debate in Italy over digital market competition and the need to strengthen domestic technological capabilities.

Italy Prepares Competition Reforms for Highways and Fuel Retailing

The government is advancing new measures to increase competition in motorway concessions and fuel distribution, with the aim of reducing consumer costs and addressing long-standing market concentration.

Wildfires and Extreme Heat Stretch Emergency Services Across Italy

Civil Protection authorities deployed Canadair water bombers as prolonged heatwaves and wildfires threatened agricultural regions and popular tourist destinations during the peak summer season.

Health Authorities Launch Nationwide Investigation After Nursery School Tragedy

The death of an 18-month-old child and the hospitalisation of several others at a nursery school in northern Italy prompted the Ministry of Health to begin nationwide inspections of hygiene standards and emergency response procedures.

Italy Forecasts Slower Economic Growth as Exports Face Continued Pressure

The national statistics institute expects economic growth to slow to 0.8 percent, with domestic consumption and European Union recovery funding expected to offset weaker exports amid geopolitical uncertainty and elevated interest rates.

Italy Enforces New Wage Transparency Rules Across the Private Sector

New labour regulations requiring greater salary transparency and equal pay compliance have entered into force, reshaping human resources practices for companies operating across Italy.

Eni Accelerates Share Buyback With 100 Million Euro Stock Purchase

The energy group repurchased nearly five million shares worth about 100 million euros in one week, underscoring strong cash generation despite continuing volatility in global energy markets.

Venice Film Festival Reveals Official Competition Featuring Leading Italian Directors

The 83rd Venice Film Festival unveiled its official competition lineup, with Italian filmmakers including Nanni Moretti and Andrea Pallaoro competing alongside major international productions for the Golden Lion.

Release of Police Bodycam Footage Triggers Political Dispute Over Abderrahim Fakir's Death

Newly released body camera footage related to the death of Abderrahim Fakir has intensified political tensions, with opposition parties demanding parliamentary investigations and broader reforms to police accountability.

Eni and BMW Expand Renewable Fuel Partnership for Corporate Vehicle Fleets

Eni and BMW Group agreed to use Enilive HVOlution renewable diesel across corporate fleets in Italy, supporting efforts to reduce emissions from commercial transport and business mobility.

Stellantis Strengthens Market Leadership as Italian Vehicle Registrations Rise

Stellantis reported a 3.8 percent increase in European sales during the first half of the year while vehicle registrations in Italy grew 4.5 percent, with the Fiat Pandina remaining the country's best-selling model.

Italy and United Kingdom Advance Next Phase of Global Combat Air Programme

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and her British counterpart agreed to deepen cooperation on the Global Combat Air Programme following Canada's observer participation, reinforcing a flagship defence project expected to support thousands of ...

Italian Government Approves Juvenile Justice Reform to Tackle Rising Youth Crime

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government approved legislation lowering the threshold for prosecuting offenders aged 14 to 18, responding to growing public concern over youth gangs and urban crime.

UniCredit Delivers Record Quarterly Profit but Shares Fall on Commerzbank Deal Concerns

UniCredit posted a record quarterly profit of 3.1 billion euros and raised its full-year outlook, yet its shares dropped nearly 5 percent as investors questioned the risks associated with the bank's planned expansion through a potential ...

Italian Inflation Climbs to 3.2 Percent as Higher Oil Prices Fuel Cost Pressures

Italy's harmonised inflation rate accelerated to 3.2 percent after crude oil prices rose above 100 dollars following Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, contributing to a 2.8 percent decline in Milan's stock market and adding to concerns over...

OpenAI Sued After ChatGPT Allegedly Discouraged Emergency Care Before Near-Fatal Embolism

Former Florida pastor Scott Winters says the chatbot presented personalized medical guidance with unwarranted confidence, encouraged prolonged inactivity and failed to recognize symptoms preceding a life-threatening pulmonary embolism.

Italy Rejects Early Release Request for Convicted Jeweller Mario Roggero

Judicial authorities have denied a request for alternative detention for Mario Roggero, whose conviction for fatally shooting fleeing robbers continues to fuel debate over Italy's self-defence laws.

Extreme Heat and Severe Storms Strike Different Parts of Italy

Health authorities have issued red heat alerts for southern Italy while civil protection agencies warn of severe thunderstorms and flash flooding across Adriatic regions, highlighting increasingly volatile weather conditions.

Italian MEP Ilaria Salis Ordered to Pay €300,000 in Labour Case

A labour tribunal has ordered European Parliament member Ilaria Salis to pay €300,000 after ruling that two employees were dismissed without just cause, adding to political scrutiny surrounding the lawmaker.