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Francis Ford Coppola gives update amid reports of hospitalisation

Amid reports that the legendary American director had been hospitalised in Italy, Coppola released a statement reassuring fans.

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Pope urges young Catholics to spread faith at Rome's Youth Jubilee

The pontiff celebrated the concluding mass of one of the most important events of the Holy Year as 1 million faithful filled the Tor Vergata esplanade in Rome on Sunday.

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Rome and the Vatican City welcome the Youth Jubilee

More than half a million young Catholics are expected to attend the Youth Jubilee, which kicked off on Tuesday evening with a mass by the Pope in St Peter's Square.

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These high-speed trains in Italy react automatically to earthquakes

Italy's first rail Earthquake Early Warning System debuts on Rome–Naples line, using sensors to detect and halt trains.

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Explosion at Rome fuel station leaves dozens injured

A powerful explosion at a petrol and LPG station in Rome’s Centocelle district injured at least 25 people, including several police officers and a firefighter.

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Rome petrol station explosion injures 25, damages buildings and cars

An explosion at a petrol station in Rome's southeast injured at least 25 people on Friday. The incident was caused by a technical fault during refuelling.

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Rome zoo cools animals with icy treats as heatwave grips Italy

With temperatures soaring across Italy, staff at Rome’s zoo are handing out ice-filled treats to help animals beat the heat.

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Preparing for life on the outside as Rome prison hosts 'Games of Hope'

Rome's Rebibbia prison hosted the first edition of the "Games of Hope" which saw inmates play alongside magistrates and regular citizens in an event organisers hope provides the possibility of redemption within one of the harshest prisons in Italy.

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New night train to connect 100 European cities by 2035

A new company is launching sleeper trains with entirely private rooms.

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Rome protesters call for an end to Israeli offensive in Gaza

Tens of thousands marched through central Rome on Saturday, demanding an end to Israel’s military offensive in Gaza and urgent action to allow humanitarian aid in.

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Mass demonstration in Rome against the war in Gaza

Up to 300,000 people, according to the organisers, took part in the demonstration led by opposition parties in Rome to demand an end to the war in Gaza. Many criticised the governments of Giorgia Meloni and Benjamin Netanyahu. Among the flags flown were those of Israel.

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World Bicycle Day: How can Rome encourage more people to cycle?

Rome has already made great strides to accommodate cyclists, but there’s still a lot of work to do to improve its infrastructure and better support them.

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Italy marks Republic Day with military parade in Rome

Thousands of Italian troops and civil servants paraded through central Rome on Monday to mark the 79th anniversary of the country becoming a republic.

Lifestyle

Italian feminist designer Maria Grazia Chiuri leaves Dior

A new change of chair in the fashion world. Roman designer Maria Grazia Chiuri is leaving the artistic direction of the Parisian fashion house.

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The Vespucci promotes Italy on worldwide and Mediterranean tours

After visiting 30 countries on a 20-month round-the-world trip, Captain Giuseppe Lai tells Euronews about the ship's allure.

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Dreamy new night train to connect Rome and Marseille this summer

The blissfully named Espresso Riviera is returning to the rails after a successful summer season last year.

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Pope Leo XIV completes last ceremonial steps as new Bishop of Rome

Pope Leo XIV declared himself a Roman, the last step in the process of establishing himself as the supreme pontiff of the Catholic Church. He also prayed for Chinese Catholics, emphasising unity with the Holy See.

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Explore Rome’s religious treasures on a 16th-century pilgrimage route

For a particularly meaningful way to visit Rome’s major churches - and to sidestep the crowds - try following in the footsteps of a 16th-century saint.

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Rome police catch man carrying ancient marble slab on electric scooter

In Rome, a German tourist was arrested for carrying a 30kg marble base from a Roman column on an electric scooter. The artefact is considered a cultural asset.

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Protesters demand end of war in Gaza in front of Italian parliament

Protesters gathered in the capital, Rome, to demand an end to the war in Gaza and the suffering of the Palestinian people.