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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Luxury Hospitality Giant Emerges in Italy

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio's LMDV Capital has signed a significant deal to acquire the Twiga brand and four locations from Flavio Briatore's Majestas Group. This acquisition, set to close in early 2025, will see the creation of a major player in the luxury hospitality sector, with projected revenues of €50 million in 2024 and strong growth expected thereafter.

2 h

Business

Arctic Blast Brings Snow and Storms to Italy

Italy is bracing for a significant weather shift as an Arctic air mass sweeps across the country this weekend. Starting Saturday, the cold front will bring strong winds, heavy rain, and snow, particularly affecting the northern and central regions.

6 h

Weather

Mysterious Illness Strikes Congo

A mysterious illness resembling the flu has claimed dozens of lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly affecting children under five. In just over two weeks, between 79 and 143 people have died in the remote Panzi area of Kwango province.

19 h

Health

Tragic Fall of 12-Year-Old in Rome

In a tragic incident in the Collatino area of Rome, a 12-year-old boy named Valerio fell from the tenth-floor window of his home. The fall, which occurred in the late afternoon, has prompted an investigation by the local prosecutor's office to determine whether it was an accident or a deliberate act.

19 h

Local News

Family Arrested After Fatal Police Clash

In Crotone, Italy, four family members of Francesco Chimirri have been arrested following a violent altercation with police officer Giuseppe Sortino. The incident began after Sortino witnessed a hit-and-run accident involving Chimirri and pursued him to seek an explanation.

19 h

Crime

Stellantis Layoffs Spark Political Outcry

Elly Schlein, leader of Italy's Democratic Party, visited the Stellantis plant in Pomigliano d'Arco to support 97 Transnova workers facing layoffs. The automotive giant Stellantis decided not to renew contracts with Transnova, leading to job cuts across several Italian locations.

23 h

Business

Franco-German Tensions Shake EU Stability

The European Union is facing significant challenges as political and economic crises unfold in France and Germany. The Franco-German alliance, once a driving force for EU cohesion, is now strained, impacting diplomatic initiatives and economic projects.

Yesterday

Politics

Rising Earthquake Risks in Campi Flegrei

Recent studies highlight increasing earthquake risks in the Campi Flegrei region due to ongoing ground uplift. Research by the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (Ingv) suggests that if the current trend continues, earthquakes with magnitudes over 4.

Yesterday

Science

Solidarity Amidst Threats: A Call for Justice

The recent threat against lawyer Giovanni Caruso, who defended Filippo Turetta, has sparked widespread condemnation. Caruso received a letter containing bullets following Turetta's life sentence for the murder of Giulia Cecchettin.

Yesterday

Crime

Railway Workers Demand Safety Measures

In a disturbing incident on the Milan-Bologna train line, Andrea Tampieri, a 33-year-old railway employee, was assaulted by a passenger without a ticket near Fidenza station. This attack highlights the growing concern for the safety of railway workers, who frequently face aggression.

Yesterday

Safety

Gustavo Rodriguez Injured in Warehouse Fire

Gustavo Rodriguez, father of the famous showgirl Belén, was severely injured in a warehouse fire in Gallarate, Italy. The fire broke out in a section of the building on Via Cappuccini, engulfing Rodriguez, who suffered burns to his face and upper limbs.

Yesterday

Accident

Nun Arrested in Mafia Investigation

Sister Anna Donelli, a 57-year-old nun, has been placed under house arrest as part of a major anti-mafia investigation in Italy. She is accused of acting as an intermediary for the 'Ndrangheta mafia, using her spiritual role to transmit messages between the clan and inmates in Milan and Brescia prisons.

Yesterday

Crime

Italy Braces for December Strikes

Italy is gearing up for a series of strikes in December, with significant disruptions expected on December 13 and 15. The strikes, organized by various unions including the minor USB, aim to protest against economic policies perceived to favor deindustrialization and tourism over local industries.

Yesterday

Politics

Paolo Pillitteri: A Legacy Remembered

Paolo Pillitteri, the former socialist mayor of Milan, passed away on his 84th birthday. Serving as mayor from 1986 to 1992, Pillitteri was a prominent figure during the 'Milano da bere' era, a time marked by cultural vibrancy and political challenges.

Yesterday

Obituary

Teen's Arrest Thwarts Jihadist Plans

A 19-year-old Kenyan woman residing in Milan was arrested at Orio al Serio Airport while attempting to board a flight to Turkey, with plans to join jihadist forces in the Middle East. The arrest, executed by Milan's anti-terrorism police, followed an investigation into her radicalization process, which began in October.

5 December, 09:17

International

Major Crackdown on 'Ndrangheta in Brescia

In a sweeping operation against the 'ndrangheta in Brescia, Italian authorities have executed 25 precautionary measures and seized assets worth over 1. 8 million euros.

5 December, 09:17

Crime

Fiorentina's Emotional Return to the Pitch

Fiorentina faced Empoli in the Coppa Italia, marking their first match since Edoardo Bove's health scare. Bove, who is recovering from a cardiac issue, was absent but remained a central figure in the hearts of fans and players alike.

5 December, 00:20

Sports

Judge Apostolico Resigns Amid Controversy

Judge Iolanda Apostolico of Catania has resigned from the judiciary, effective December 15, 2024, following a decision by the Superior Council of the Judiciary. Her resignation comes after intense scrutiny and criticism, particularly from right-wing political figures, over her decisions regarding migrant protection laws.

5 December, 00:20

Politics

Italy Launches Digital ID Wallet

Italy has officially launched the IT Wallet, a digital platform allowing citizens to store important documents on their smartphones. Available through the app IO, the IT Wallet enables users to upload digital versions of their driving license, health card, and European Disability Card.

4 December, 15:08

Technology

Italian Senate Approves Controversial Migration Decree

The Italian Senate has approved a controversial migration decree with 99 votes in favor, 65 against, and one abstention. This decree, which had already passed the Chamber of Deputies, introduces significant changes to the handling of migration issues.

4 December, 15:08

Politics

Italian Police Dismantle Neo-Nazi Group

In a nationwide operation, Italian police have arrested 12 individuals linked to the neo-Nazi and supremacist group known as "Werwolf Division. " The group faces charges of terrorism, propaganda, and incitement to violence based on racial, ethnic, and religious discrimination, as well as illegal firearm possession.

4 December, 10:16

Crime

Arctic Blast to Hit Italy This Weekend

Italy is bracing for a significant weather shift as an Arctic cold front is set to hit the country over the Immaculate Conception weekend. The cold front will bring heavy rains and snow, particularly affecting the Tyrrhenian regions, with potential flooding in Tuscany, Lazio, and Campania.

4 December, 01:09

Weather

Filippo Turetta Sentenced to Life Imprisonment

Filippo Turetta, a 23-year-old, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, on November 11, 2023. The court found him guilty but dismissed two aggravating factors, cruelty and stalking, which were initially part of the prosecution's case.

3 December, 20:45

Crime

Rigopiano Avalanche: Justice and Memory

The Italian Supreme Court has upheld a sentence of one year and eight months for former prefect Francesco Provolo in connection with the Rigopiano avalanche disaster. The tragedy, which occurred on January 18, 2017, claimed 29 lives when a massive avalanche struck the Rigopiano Hotel in Farindola.

3 December, 20:45

World

New Clues in Liliana Resinovich Case

The mysterious death of Liliana Resinovich, a 63-year-old woman from Trieste, is under renewed scrutiny nearly three years after her disappearance. Resinovich vanished on December 14, 2021, and was found dead on January 5, 2022, near an abandoned psychiatric hospital close to her home.

3 December, 20:45

Crime