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Cementing the future: the EU's ECOBINDER project takes a hard look at concrete

Cheaper to manufacture, less damaging on the environment, and with better insulating properties - these are the aims of European research into the world's number one building material.

08/10/2018

Italy

Tensions between Italy, EU ratchet up over budget rules

Italy revealed it's aiming for a 2019 budget deficit of 2.4% of gross domestic product — significantly higher than the 1.6% previously announced.

02/10/2018

Italy

Italian mayor arrested for 'helping illegal immigration'

Domenico Lucano, famed for his work with migrants, has been put under house arrest for 'helping illegal immigration'

02/10/2018

Italy

Asia Argento admits to sexual encounter with underage co-star

The Italian actress recalled her experience during an Italian TV show on Sunday, after having previously denied the two had any sexual relationship, saying she "froze" during the encounter.

01/10/2018

Business

Italy in clash with European Commission over 2019 budget

Italy's new government proposed a 2019 budget with a deficit three times larger than the previous administration's target, setting up a clash with the European Commission and sparking a sell-off of state bonds

28/09/2018

Business

Italy: internal battle over fiscal policy

Italy's new government struggled to contain a fierce internal battle over fiscal policy on Thursday, hours before it was due to unveil its 2019 budget targets, sparking a sell-off of state bonds

27/09/2018

Business

Michael Kors confirms €1.8 billion take over of Versace

Michael Kors confirms €1.8 billion take over of Versace

25/09/2018

Italy

Forest fire forces 700 people to evacuate near Pisa

A forest fire near the Italian city of Pisa has forced 700 people to evacuate their homes. The fire has destroyed over 600 hectares of woodland so far. The fire broke out on Monday night on Mount Serra. Firefighters are tackling the blaze.

25/09/2018

Earth News

Michael Kors buys Versace for €1.83 billion

The deal has a total value of 1.83 billion euros.

25/09/2018

Italy

MSF on board Aquarius respond to Panama revoking its registration

Medecins Sans Frontieres say Panama were pressurised by Italy into the move.

24/09/2018

Cult

Models old and new take to the catwalk in Milan

Dolce & Gabana go back to the future in Milan

24/09/2018

Earth News

A celebration of green style

A glimpse of the best looks spotted at Green Carpet Fashion Awards

24/09/2018

Italy

Major bridge in central Italy closed over safety fears

The bridge was inspected following the deaths of 43 people when an earthquake brought down the Morandi bridge in Genoa in August.

20/09/2018

Italy

British woman honoured by the Italian city of her POW father

A British woman has finally received the keys San Ferdinando after tracking down her long lost Italian relatives to the city in the 1990s.

19/09/2018

Italy

Italy and Austria clash over South Tyrol citizenship proposal

The northern Italian province of South Tyrol, or Alto Adige in Italian, has always been a point of contention between Austria and Italy. Now, while Vienna controls the EU presidency, plans to grant dual citizenship to the German-speaking minority in the mountainous province has bothered Italy

18/09/2018

Focus

Homo Faber on the frontline against craftwork's deadliest enemy - time

The Michelangelo Foundation's Homo Faber show illustrates the painstaking work that goes into preserving past techniques and taking them into the future.

17/09/2018

Earth News

A celebration of infinite human creativity

Discover Homo Faber, a showcase of exceptional European craftsmanship in Venice.

17/09/2018

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Virtual reality brings sunken civilisations to life

A research project in Italy means divers exploring underwater may soon be able to take their tablets with them to locate treasures, with a VR app that can also be used on dry land to enhance museum exhibitions and classroom lessons.

17/09/2018

Italy

Genoa: A minutes silence, one month on from bridge tragedy

The tragedy killed 43 people highlighting the poor state of Italy's infrastructure, much of it built in the 1950s and 60s

14/09/2018

Italy

Is TB spreading in Italy and should Salvini blame migrants?

We've tested Matteo Salvini's claim tuberculosis is spreading in Italy and his suggestion that uncontrolled immigration is to blame.

13/09/2018

Cult

Italy: Celebrating the work of artisans

Homo Faber, which means 'man the maker', is open on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, free of charge, until September 30th

13/09/2018

Italy

Homo Faber Exhibit: Celebrates European Craft

As technology moves towards Artificial intelligence, the stuff of dreams remains analogue. At least that’s according to founders of Homo Faber.

13/09/2018

Italy

Arthritic Autostradas: Italy's motorway network under fire

A cash cow for investors but too often a choked nightmare for users...and potentially dangerous warn critics after the Bologna bridge tragedy.

12/09/2018

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How technology is helping protect Europe's heritage sites from climate change

The 14th century Palazzo dei Consoli is one of Gubbio's most iconic buildings. But the cracks appearing in its stone walls are raising concern that the ground under the palazzo may be shifting. Are we at risk of losing our historic heritage to climate change?

10/09/2018

Italy

Hundreds of Roman gold coins discovered in Italian theatre

“A discovery that fills me with pride," said Culture Minister Alberto Bonisoli.

09/09/2018

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Watch: Famed architect Renzo Piano presents plan to replace Genoa bridge

“The bridge to be rebuilt will have to last 1,000 years.” world-renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano said on Friday, during a press conference in Genoa where he presented his project for a new viaduct in his hometown

08/09/2018