Italian Court Confirms Shutdown at Major Steelworks, Blow to Meloni

By admin September 11, 2026 No comment

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An Italian court on Friday upheld an order to shut down the blast furnaces at the former Ilva steelworks in Taranto, dealing a setback to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s efforts to keep the country’s largest steel plant operating while a buyer is sought. The plant is considered strategically important to Italy’s manufacturing sector and supplies […]

Emma Bonino, Italian Politician and Abortion Rights Pioneer, Dies at 78

By admin September 11, 2026 No comment

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Emma Bonino, the veteran Italian politician and prominent campaigner for abortion rights and civil liberties, died on Friday at the age of 78, her spokesperson said. Her political journey began in the 1970s, when she publicly challenged Italy’s then-illegal abortion laws after undergoing a clandestine procedure and later turning herself in to police. Bonino went […]

Meloni Nears Italy’s Stability Record, But 2027 Election Could Disrupt It

By admin August 31, 2026 No comment

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is set to lead Italy’s longest-lasting government since World War Two, surpassing a record previously held by Silvio Berlusconi. Her government has benefited from political stability and improved investor confidence, particularly through tighter control of Italy’s public finances. However, analysts warn that the stability may not last

Italy’s Population Set to Shrink by 4 Million by 2050

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Italy’s population is projected to fall by almost 4 million by 2050, raising concerns over the country’s economy and welfare system as its population continues to age. The national statistics agency ISTAT said the population could decline from 58.9 million in early 2025 to around 55 million by 2050, before falling further to 45.8 million […]

A Decade After Earthquake, Italy’s Amatrice Struggles to Rebuild

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Ten years after a devastating earthquake killed 303 people and destroyed much of central Italy’s Amatrice, the town is still struggling to recover. The 6.2-magnitude quake left thousands homeless, with Amatrice suffering the highest number of deaths. Although the government has approved billions of euros for reconstruction, only 38% of damaged properties in Amatrice

Italy’s Fragmented Space Industry Faces Pressure to Consolidate Amid European Defence Push

By admin August 19, 2026 No comment

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As Europe accelerates efforts to strengthen its strategic autonomy in defence and critical technologies, Italy’s space industry is facing mounting pressure to scale up. Historically defined by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with niche engineering expertise, the sector is struggling to meet evolving customer demands. Major defence buyers like Leonardo,

Italy Recovers Stolen Renoir, Cezanne and Matisse Paintings

By admin August 14, 2026 No comment

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Italian police have recovered three paintings by renowned French artists Paul Cezanne, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Henri Matisse, around five months after they were stolen from a museum near Parma. Italy’s Carabinieri cultural heritage protection unit said the artworks were found following a complex investigation, with further details expected to be released. The

Italian NATO Fighter Shoots Down Drone Over Latvia

By admin August 14, 2026 No comment

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An Italian Eurofighter jet operating under NATO command shot down a drone after it entered Latvian airspace on Friday, according to NATO and Latvian authorities. The drone’s origin remains unknown, with Latvian National Guard troops searching a wooded area near Rugaji, about 35 km from the Russian border, for possible debris from the aircraft. Two […]

Italy’s Meloni Faces Growing Challenge From Young Voters Ahead of Election

By admin August 13, 2026 No comment

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is facing growing dissatisfaction among young voters ahead of Italy’s national election next year. Polling agency Youtrend says only 25% of voters under 35 approve of her government, compared with 35% among the wider population. Analysts say younger Italians are increasingly leaning toward centre-left parties, with Meloni’s ruling

Mount Etna Ash Cloud Disrupts Flights to Malta

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An ash cloud from Sicily’s Mount Etna volcano drifted over Malta on Tuesday, forcing airlines to cancel flights during the peak summer tourism season. Malta International Airport said volcanic ash over the islands had caused significant disruption to air travel. By mid-afternoon, 19 flights had been cancelled, while several others faced major delays. Passengers travelling