18.05.2025 US
1180 day since the barbaric invasion of Ukraine

Italy

Discovered ordnance

Sappers defused a wartime aerial bomb in Lombardy, Italy

Authorities evacuated about 800 people due to the discovery of an aerial bomb in the municipality of Sermide (Italy) — the operation was successful but required precise coordination and military involvement.

chat
[totalcount]
Vatican

Cardinal Becciu declines to participate in Conclave, following late Pope's wishes

Italian Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu announced he will not participate in the upcoming conclave on May 7, complying with the wishes of the late Pope Francis.

chat
[totalcount]
St. Peter's Basilica

Vatican reveals details of farewell and funeral of Pope Francis

The farewell ceremony for Pope Francis will begin on Wednesday with a solemn transfer of his body to St. Peter's Basilica, where nine days of mourning will take place.

chat
[totalcount]
Pope Francis

Vatican begins farewell ceremonies for Pope Francis: first photos published

The Vatican has released the first official images of Pope Francis in an open casket. His body lies in the Chapel of Santa Marta, and nine days of mourning rites have begun.

chat
[totalcount]
Police car

Rome police implement special measures after Pope's death

Following the announcement of the Pope's death, Rome's Security Management Center was urgently activated — enhanced patrols are already on duty around the Vatican.

chat
[totalcount]
Ball

Serie A and primavera matches postponed due to Pope's death

The Italian Football League has postponed all Serie A and Primavera matches scheduled for today following the news of the Pope's death.

chat
[totalcount]
Rescuers at the scene of the tragedy

Funicular accident in Italy: four dead, including citizens of the UK and Israel

A tragedy on Mount Faito in Italy claimed the lives of four people, including foreign tourists. The cause of the cable car crash is under investigation by the prosecutor's office — bad weather and possible maintenance failures are suspected.

chat
[totalcount]
Giorgia Meloni and Donald Trump

Meloni meets Trump: Italy tries to protect the EU from new trade tariffs

During talks in Washington, Giorgia Meloni seeks to persuade Trump to revise tariffs threatening the Italian economy, while maintaining EU unity.

chat
[totalcount]
Prada store window

Prada acquires Versace for €1.25 billion: a luxurious alliance of two fashion giants

Prada has finalized the acquisition of 100% of the Versace brand from Capri Holdings. The deal is valued at €1.25 billion, with completion expected in the second half of 2025.

chat
[totalcount]
UBS

UBS to Cut 180 Jobs in Italy Amid Credit Suisse Integration

UBS Group AG has announced major job cuts in Italy as part of its ongoing integration with Credit Suisse — trade unions are demanding a meeting to clarify the company’s future plans.

chat
[totalcount]
Province of Trento, Italy

Italy offers €100,000 to move to the Alps: how to join the new program

Authorities in Italy's Trentino region are offering up to €100,000 to those who buy and renovate an abandoned home in the Alps — but there are key restrictions.

chat
[totalcount]
Plaque on the building of the UK Foreign Office

European ministers support Arab plan for Gaza reconstruction

France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom welcome the Arab countries' initiative for Gaza reconstruction, emphasizing the importance of reforms and security.

chat
[totalcount]
Golden Lion of the Venice Film Festival

Pedro Almodóvar wins the Golden Lion, Nicole Kidman named best actress

The 81st Venice Film Festival has concluded, with the top award going to Pedro Almodóvar. Nicole Kidman and Vincent Lindon were awarded for their outstanding performances.

chat
[totalcount]
Excavation of canoes in La Marmotta settlement, Italy

Neolithic Canoes Discovered Near Italy, Over 7,000 Years Old

Archaeologists found 5 ancient canoes near Rome, dated between 5700-5100 BC, evidencing advanced Neolithic technologies

chat
[totalcount]
Lisa Vittozzi

Lisa Vittozzi clinched the Big Crystal Globe for the 2023/24 season

Lisa Vittozzi from Italy won the Big Crystal Globe, becoming the best in the Biathlon World Cup season

chat
[totalcount]
Trussardi Logo

Miroglio Group Acquires Trussardi, Expanding Portfolio and Development Strategy

The Italian holding Miroglio Group has purchased the brand Trussardi, planning to expand its presence in the clothing and leather goods market

chat
[totalcount]
Igor Tudor becomes the coach of "Lazio"

Igor Tudor has become the new head coach of "Lazio", replacing Sarri

Igor Tudor appointed as the head coach of "Lazio". He will take the place of the fired Maurizio Sarri. The club is in 9th place in Serie A, contract details unknown

chat
[totalcount]
Vodafone Logo

Vodafone sells its Italian business to Swisscom for 8 billion euros

Vodafone is exiting its business in Italy by selling it to Swisscom for 8 billion euros to optimize operations and increase stock value

chat
[totalcount]
Nuccio Bertone and Marcello Gandini

Legendary automotive designer Marcello Gandini, "father" of Lamborghini Miura, Diablo, and Countach, has passed away

Marcello Gandini, the creator of "scissor" doors and legendary Lamborghini models, has died

chat
[totalcount]