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Luxurious Villa San Michele hotel reopens above Florence

After an 18-month renovation, Belmond’s Villa San Michele has reopened in the hills above Florence with refreshed rooms, a new Guerlain spa and upgraded gardens, offering a quieter, more considered take on luxury just outside the city.

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Italy: Femen and Pussy Riot protest Russia’s return to Venice Biennale

The 2026 Venice Biennale opened press previews on Wednesday with protests outside the Russian pavilion, marking Moscow’s return since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

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EU reset: Hungary's incoming PM to meet Giorgia Meloni in Rome

The lack of information about what the leaders will discuss has led to speculation about how relations between Budapest and Rome might look after 16 years of Viktor Orbán's government.

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Italy’s PM slams sexualised AI-generated images of herself

Doctored sexualised images of the prime minister have surfaced before, particularly last year on a pornographic website that included altered images of high-profile women.

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Meloni -Trump tensions tested, can the US - Italy alliance hold?

Tensions between Meloni and Trump do not seem to threaten the privileged axis between Rome and Washington, shored up by US bases in Italy and Italian contracts.

Azerbaijan

Italy’s PM Meloni visits Baku to reinforce key energy links

During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market."

Sport

Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at 59

Legendary driver and Paralympic champion Alessandro Zanardi has died at the age of 59. From Formula 1 to handbike glory, his life was a global symbol of resilience and determination.

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Brixen Water Light Festival 2026 puts peace at its centre

The Brixen Water Light Festival 2026 runs to 16 May in South Tyrol, with 24 installations from 13 countries exploring peace against a Dolomites backdrop.

Art

Brixen’s light festival turns a historic town into a glowing spectacle

Brixen’s annual Water Light Festival has once again transformed the Italian Alpine town into a glowing canvas, bringing together artists from around the world. This year’s theme is “Imagine Peace," where artists reflect on war, memory and hope.

Made in Europe

World record made in Europe: The world’s longest railway tunnel is being built under the Alps

Deep below the Alps, huge tunnelling machines are cutting their way through the mountain massif. The longest railway tunnel in the world is being built at the Brenner Pass. An engineering masterpiece made in Europe.

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Monte Faeta fire in Tuscany: 800 hectares burnt, 3,000 evacuated

Fires on Monte Faeta, between Pisa and Lucca, are being fuelled by windy weather conditions.

USA

Trump mulls US troop cuts in Italy and Spain over Iran war row

Trump suggested his administration was also looking into reducing its presence in Spain and Italy over clashes with their leaders on the war in Iran. The comments come just one day after the US president made a similar proposal in Germany.

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Venice Biennale jury resigns as Italy opposes Russia's participation

The Italian government has opposed the Biennale's decision to allow Russia to participate in the international exhibition.

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Crans-Montana fire: Who covers victims’ medical costs?

After the deadly New Year’s Eve fire in the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana, tensions are rising after Switzerland sent invoices to the victims' families. What’s behind the bills?

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Italy says it has filed to be civil party in Swiss fire probe

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has vowed justice for Italian victims while Italy has opened its own investigation into the fire even as the Swiss probe continues.

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Venice opera house fires new music director after 'offensive' comments

Famous Venice opera house Teatro La Fenice has fired the incoming music director Beatrice Venezi after months of protests and following “repeated and serious public statements that were offensive and harmful” to the theater.

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