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'Peace is possible' Pope Leo XIV says in Uruguay

The Pontiff was welcomed by 40,000 people in Paysandú, Uruguay. Leo's sixth apostolic journey comes less than a month after lung adenocarcinoma surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.

7 November 2026

EU News

Cyberattacks target Italian foreign minister and Brenner Base Tunnel

The company behind the under-construction Brenner Base Tunnel project - a 55 km rail link between Innsbruck in Austria and Fortezza in Italy - confirmed it had also been hit by a cyberattack in recent weeks.

7 November 2026

Culture news

In Pompeii, a woman's wardrobe resurfaces with beauty items and jewels

Jewels, coins, tools and cosmetics: a cupboard in Cornelius Maximus's house brings to life the daily lives of Pompeii's women before Vesuvius erupted in AD 79.

29 October 2026

Europe News

Thousands march in Italy as protests see isolated clashes with police

Demonstrations took place in Italy on Saturday over the rising cost of living. No serious clashes were reported, with nine people arrested nationwide.

25 October 2026

EU News

Pope Leo XIV cancels Assisi trip on doctors' advice as he recovers

The pope's doctors said a follow-up chest X-ray confirmed he was recovering well. However, given the short time that has elapsed since the operation, they recommended as a precaution that he not make the trip to Assisi by helicopter.

23 October 2026

EU News

Italy and Spain end border checks after Ceuta crisis, easing tension

Italy and Spain agree to end temporary border checks, easing tensions following the Ceuta crisis.

22 October 2026

Europe News

Second day of street clashes in Milan against cost of living

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called for a security meeting on Monday to address the violence, which resembled some scenes of chaos and looting in Paris.

19 October 2026

Europe News

Pope Leo XIV after his hospital stay: "I feel closer to those who suffer illness"

Discharged on Saturday after surgery for a malignant tumour in his right lung, Pope Leo led the Angelus from the Apostolic Palace and thanked doctors, saying he will gradually resume duties.

18 October 2026

Europe News

Cost-of-living protests: 50 detained in Milan, clashes in Turin and Bologna

Dozens of people were detained in Milan after clashes with the police during protests sparked by a march against the economic crisis. Tension was also reported in Turin and Bologna, with several demonstrators injured.

18 October 2026

Europe News

Italy airport data network fault: Flights delayed and cancelled

A problem affecting Italy's airport data network caused delays and flight cancellations on Friday morning. Enav says it was not a cyber attack or sabotage.

16 October 2026

Europe News

Pope Leo condemns death penalty,

Without explicitly referring to the scheduled execution of the Fort Hood killer, the Pope reiterates the Church’s opposition to the death penalty. In the US, Vice-President Vance says he will not watch the execution by firing squad, which is due to be live-streamed in December

10 October 2026

Culture news

Italy marks 800th anniversary of death of Saint Francis of Assisi

Ceremonies and events are being held in Assisi throughout the day in honour of Italy's patron saint. The festivities form part of the Franciscan Jubilee Year, proclaimed by Pope Leo XIV.

4 October 2026

Europe News

Seventeen EU leaders sign letter urging bloc to protect farm funding

With Giorgia Meloni and Nicușor Dan as first signatories, the group also wants cohesion funding preserved, national rebates scrapped and NextGenerationEU loan repaid more slowly to free up fiscal space.

3 October 2026

Europe News

Etna erupts again: chaos at Catania airport, risk of higher air fares

Mount Etna has resumed volcanic activity. Flights to and from Catania are suspended until Sunday because of ash. Unions protest over disruption caused by diverted services to other Sicilian airports.

27 September 2026

Europe News

"Respectable women in long skirts": Tajani under fire for his remark

Italian Foreign Minister Tajani sparked outrage after saying he prefers 'respectable' women in long skirts. Opposition women senators donned skirts in protest, and memes of the minister spread well beyond Italy on social networks.

26 September 2026

Europe News

Meloni announces ban on burqa in schools and cap on foreign students

Italy’s government is preparing new school measures, including a ban on niqabs. Meloni is facing competition from retired general Roberto Vannacci, who has called for tougher measures on migration.

20 September 2026

Culture news

Ancient Roman shipwreck discovered off Sicily with dozens of amphorae

A Roman-era shipwreck has been found off Mazara del Vallo, along with hundreds of antique amphorae on the seabed. Italy's Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli has hailed the discovery as "extraordinary".

9 August 2026

Europe News

Major wildfire in hills above Lake Garda: at least 200 residents and tourists evacuated

A fire broke out on Friday evening in the mountains above Tignale. Rescuers evacuated about 200 people and are checking holiday homes used by tourists.

8 August 2026

Travel News

Rome-Madrid row: how Spain checks travellers arriving from Italy

Spain has introduced border checks for travellers arriving from Italy after Rome's measures over the Ceuta crisis, from IDs to trips with children and pets.

8 August 2026

Europe News

Italian Navy boards tanker from Russian shadow fleet

The Italian navy has boarded a Russian tanker in international waters off Pantelleria, an island located between Sicily and Tunisia. The operation was carried out as part of an arms and oil trafficking monitoring mission with the support of a Greek vessel and a Polish maritime patrol aircraft.

2 August 2026