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Italy's Big Protest: Workers Stand Up to Budget Cuts

December 13, 2025

In Italy, a massive strike shook the nation as workers voiced their discontent with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's 2026 budget. The CGIL, Italy's largest trade union, led the charge, claiming that over half of the workforce, both public and private, joined the strike. Major cities saw huge crowds,

health

Uncovering Real-World Bladder Cancer Care in Italy

November 30, 2025

Italy has been lagging in understanding how muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) affects patients in everyday life. Unlike lab experiments, this is about real patients and real treatments. Researchers turned to administrative databases to gather information on patient characteristics and treatment

finance

Italy's Digital Payment Platform Set for Major Shift

November 26, 2025

Italy is on the brink of a significant change in its digital payment landscape. The government is close to finalizing a deal to sell its popular e-payment service, PagoPa, to two state-owned companies. This move is part of Italy's broader strategy to modernize and consolidate its digital assets. Th

business

China and Italy: A Balancing Act

November 23, 2025

China's Premier Li Qiang recently emphasized the importance of mutual investment benefits between China and Italy. He highlighted this during a chat with Italian President Giorgia Meloni at the G20 summit in Johannesburg. Li Qiang expressed hope for a level playing field for Chinese investors in It

politics

Rome's Tower Tragedy and Russia's Bold Words

November 4, 2025

A tragic event unfolded in Rome when a medieval tower near the Colosseum collapsed, trapping a Romanian worker under the rubble. Rescue teams worked tirelessly to free him, and although he was pulled out alive, he sadly passed away in the hospital. This incident sparked a diplomatic row between Ital

celebrities

A Legend's Brief Health Scare: Coppola's Recent Hospital Visit

August 6, 2025

Francis Ford Coppola, the renowned filmmaker behind iconic movies like "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now, " recently had a medical procedure in Rome. His representative quickly clarified that this was a planned procedure with his long-time doctor, Dr. Andrea Natale, and not an emergency. Earlier r

celebrities

A Star-Studded Pajama Party in Venice

June 29, 2025

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez celebrated their marriage with a lively pajama-themed party in Venice. The event took place on Saturday, June 28, following their wedding the day before. Guests, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Oprah Winfrey, and Jessica Alba, danced until 4 a. m. The party featured perfor

celebrities

Venice's Star-Studded Weekend: A Glamorous Gathering

June 29, 2025

Venice, Italy, became the center of attention last week, hosting a star-studded event that had everyone talking. The city's canals buzzed with excitement as a mix of A-listers and billionaires gathered for a high-profile wedding celebration. The main event was the union of Jeff Bezos, the founder o

health

Unseen Threats: Hidden Protozoa in Italian Dogs

June 19, 2025

Ticks are more than just a nuisance; they can carry dangerous protozoa that affect both animals and humans. These microscopic invaders belong to a group called Apicomplexan haemoprotozoa. They include Babesia, Theileria, and Hepatozoon. These tiny troublemakers can cause serious health issues in

politics

Citizenship Vote Fails to Make the Grade in Italy

June 9, 2025

Italy recently held a referendum on June 8 and 9. This vote was all about making it easier to become a citizen and improving workers' rights. The big idea was to cut the time needed to live in Italy before applying for citizenship from 10 to 5 years. This change would have made Italy's citizenship r