
Mattarella visits Niscemi after devastating landslide
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - President Sergio Mattarella on Monday visited Niscemi, the Sicilian town hit by a dramatic landslide last month.
The head of State went on a tour to assess the damage, escorted by Mayor Massimiliano Conti and Civil Protection Department Chief Fabio Ciciliano.
The landslide destroyed some homes and left others perilously perched on the precipice of a cliff, meaning over 1,500 people had to be evacuated.
The landslide continued after the initial earthfall and Ciciliano h...

Tajani calls for calm after Trump announces new tariffs
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called for a calm response from Europe on Monday after the US Supreme Court struck down an important part of President Donald

BAFTA Awards 2026: Strong words from Tourette's Syndrome campaigner John Davidson disrupts ceremony
Davidson was seated inside London's Royal Festival Hall where the ceremony took place and his involuntary tics were picked up by microphones causing presenters and winners to take pauses while speaking on stage
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BAFTA apologises for profane outbursts from Tourette Syndrome campaigner John Davidson
The subject of 'I Swear' was heard shouting a racial slur as Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award
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Journalist Explores European Dating Cultures in Oslo, Berlin, Paris, and Rome
Exhausted by dating apps, journalist Kitty Drake traveled to Europe to explore different dating rules and perspectives in cities like Oslo, Berlin, Paris, and Rome.

Pianist Alim Beisembayev to Perform with Macedonian Philharmonic
The Macedonian Philharmonic will host a 'New Horizons' concert featuring acclaimed pianist Alim Beisembayev, conducted by Maestro Emil Tabakov. The program includes Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 and Prokofiev's Suite No. 2 'Romeo and Juliet'.

Kakvo nas vreme očekuje danas?
Vreme će danas u prvom delu dana u većem delu Srbije biti umereno do potpuno oblačno, a ujutru na jugu i jugoistoku pretežno vedro uz slab mraz, objavio je Republički hidrometeorološki zavod.

Romesco Sandwich
An article about a Romesco sandwich.

Journalism and Truth in the Digital Age
Journalists John Carlin and Gemma Nierga advocate for committed journalism and truth, discussing how lies are amplified by social media.

'O' Romeo' box office collection: Shahid starrer sails past Rs 83 cr worldwide
Shahid Kapoor's 'O' Romeo' is experiencing a lukewarm reception in its second week, with Day 10 collections reaching Rs 3.25 crore. The romantic revenge drama has garnered a total of Rs 55.90 crore in India and Rs 83.1 crore worldwide. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film's performance reflects mixed audience and critical responses.

Tourette Syndrome Activist Shouts N-Word at Michael B. Jordan, Delroy Lindo at BAFTAs
During Black History Month??? Tourette Syndrome activist John Davidson was heard shouting the N-word during Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo's presentation at the BAFTA Film Awards on Sunday. Michael and Delroy's professionalism kept the show…

Serbian Farmers Radicalize Protests
Serbian farmers have decided to escalate their protests starting Tuesday, with over 30 associations participating, stating it's the only way to bring about change.

BAFTA Film Awards Host Alan Cumming Apologizes For “Strong Language” From Nominee With Tourette’s Syndrome
Alan Cumming briefly halted the BAFTA Film Awards twice to apologize and thank the audience for their understanding amid interruptions from a nominee with Tourette’s syndrome. The Traitors presenter t

Vatican and Traditionalist Group Face Potential Schism Over Bishop Ordinations
The Fraternity of Saint Pius X, a traditionalist Catholic movement, announced the ordination of bishops without papal authorization, leading to a meeting in Rome and concerns about a potential schism with the Vatican.

Director Luca Guadagnino Designs Rome's Newest Exclusive Hotel
Film director Luca Guadagnino, known for his passion for design, has decorated the Palazzo Talìa, which is now opening as an exclusive and beautiful hotel in Rome.

Opinion: HBO Should Revive 'Rome' Instead of More 'Game of Thrones' Spinoffs
An opinion piece argues that HBO should consider bringing back its historical drama 'Rome' rather than developing additional 'Game of Thrones' shows.

Global tourism reaches record 1.52 billion as Finland sets overnight stay record
International tourism reached a new record in 2025, with 1.52 billion people travelling abroad, according to the latest World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism.
The figure marks a 4 per cent increas
Allianz Risk Barometer Identifies AI as Top Threat in Hungary
The Allianz Risk Barometer has ranked Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the leading threat in Hungary, according to a report by the Budapest Business Journal.

Quentin Deranque Murder in Lyon Echoes Rome's 'Acca Larentia' Killing
The murder of Quentin Deranque in Lyon is being compared to the 'Acca Larentia' killing in Rome from 1978, an event foundational to the Italian far-right, influencing Giorgia Meloni's reaction.

How Italians fell in love with their Winter Olympics after gaffes turned into gold
After a slow start, when the hosts began to pick up medals in the second week the public’s imagination was captured
With the atmosphere in Rome subdued as the Winter Olympics unfolded across northern

Spanish PP Proposes €100 Billion Dam Renovation Plan
Spain's Popular Party (PP) leader Feijóo has announced a plan to invest €100 billion by 2035 for the renovation of major dams and an audit of 1,300 large reservoirs, citing national security concerns.

Jerome Powell knows the Fed’s balance sheet got too big—Kevin Warsh has a plan, he just has to sell it without freaking out the markets
Jerome Powell acknowledges the Federal Reserve's balance sheet has grown too large, while Kevin Warsh has proposed a plan to reduce it without causing market panic.

Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' Crosses Rs 52 Crore at Box Office
Shahid Kapoor's film 'O Romeo' has achieved significant box office success, surpassing Rs 52.6 crore within nine days of its release, with increasing audience attendance.

Tottenham Hotspur Eye €40m Defender As Romero’s Replacement: The Right Fit For Spurs?
Recent developments suggest that Tottenham Hotspur are moving quickly to strengthen their defence. The club are now targeting Bayer Leverkusen standout Edmond Tapsoba. According to a report from Afric...

How real Pecorino Romano cheese Is made In Lazio, Italy
Pecorino Romano is one of the oldest cheeses in the world, with roots going back to Ancient Rome. But today, most of it is no longer made near Rome at all. In this episode, we visit I Buonatavola, one of the very last producers still making Pecorino Romano in Lazio, the cheese's original territory, to understand how global demand, especially from the United States, reshaped where and how this cheese is made. We explore the differences between Pecorino Romano made in Rome and the versions prod...

Sex first, dinner later: what can singles in Oslo, Berlin, Paris and Rome teach me about dating?
My fellow Brits seem weighed down by endless swiping – I went to the Europeans for a fresh perspective
Last year, I went through a breakup and threw myself into internet dating. I started experimenting with mirror selfies, and spent whole evenings trying to take artful photographs of my own bum. I agonised over my three-line bio. I even put a notebook by my bed with the Hinge prompt “most spontaneous thing I’ve done” written on the first page, so if the answer came to me in a dream, I’d have ...

Romeo Lavia Returns to Action for Chelsea U21s
Romeo Lavia made his competitive return for Chelsea's Under-21 team against Leeds at Cobham, watched by Liam Rosenior.

SportThe GuardianYahoo2d ago2 sources Olympic medals today: What is the medal count at 2026 Winter Games on Feb.20
Keep up with all the medals handed out during the 2026 Milano Cortina games.

Judge acquits 29 over Acca Larentia Fascist salutes
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - A Rome judge on Friday acquitted 29 people, almost all members of the far-right CasaPound group, for performing Fascist salutes in January 2024 at a ceremony marking the anniversary of the 1978 Acca Larentia killings in the Italian capital.
Prosecutors had pressed charges against the 29 for breaching laws on apology of Fascism.
But a preliminary hearings judge ruled the case should not proceed because of the lack of "a reasonable expectation of a conviction".
The case regarded the 2024 commemoration although far-right activists make Fascist salutes every year at the annual event outside the former headquarters of the neo-Fascist Italian Social Movement (MSI) in Via Acca Larentia in Rome to commemorate the death of three far-right youth militants.
Hundreds did so at the ceremony last month, with the customary cry "for all the fallen comrades" and the shout "present and correct".
In the massacre on January 7, 1978, two members of MSI's youth wing Fronte della Gioventù, Franco Bigonzetti and Francesco Ciavatta, aged 18 and 19, were shot dead, allegedly by far-left militants, in via Acca Larentia, a street named after a Roman goddess.
A third MSI youth wing member, Stefano Recchioni, 19, was fatally injured by a stray police bullet during ensuing clashes by members of the Fronte della Gioventù who rioted after the deaths, and police. (ANSA).
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Crans Montana survivors say emergency exits locked, Jessica ran away
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - Rome prosecutors investigating the New Year's Eve bar fire at the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana say the testimonies of the Italian survivors who were injured in the disaster match, especially in relation to two elements - that the venue's emergency exits were locked and that co-owner Jessica Moretti fled the scene, sources said on Friday.
Six Italian teens were among the 41 people to lose their lives in the disaster.
The survivors also said no one gave the people inside the Constellation bar instructions on what to do, extinguishers were not used and the fire took grip within minutes. (ANSA).
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Romeo Lavia set to play for Chelsea Under-21s vs Leeds tomorrow
Chelsea midfielder Romeo is set to play for the Under-21 side as they take on Leeds United tomorrow (h/t Kieran Gill).The Chelsea holding midfielder suffered an injury in November and was supposed to ...
De la Ghetto Reacts to Benito Bowl & New Single With Ñengo Flow | Premio Lo Nuestro 2026
De la Ghetto chatted with Billboard’s Ingrid Fajardo & Jessica Roiz on the red carpet of Premio Lo Nuestro 2026.

€28m wonderkid with insane 15 assists linked with Chelsea – club should spend €20m if they need to
Konstantinos Karetsas looks like a true gem, and this summer Chelsea are bound to be in the mix of teams trying to buy him.Chelsea are bound to make some big transfer moves this summer, and while ther...
Ancient Roman Travertine Quarries Supply Stone for New Temples
The same travertine quarries that provided stone for ancient Rome are now being used to carve rock for a new generation of temples.

Does the Premier League table get you down? Try one of our five alternatives
What if games ended at 90 minutes, set-pieces goals were scrapped, or shots that hit the woodwork counted?
By Opta Analyst
A league table is a pretty helpful barometer of each team’s fortunes. That’s why we use it to decide where teams finish at the end of the season. However, league tables do not tell us the whole story. Arsenal are top in reality (just about), but they might not be in all of our alternative Premier League tables.
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Sam Allardyce Disagrees with Paul Scholes on Cuti Romero to Man United
Former Premier League manager Sam Allardyce strongly disagreed with Paul Scholes' claim that Tottenham Hotspur defender Cuti Romero should join Manchester United.

Sinner to face Mensik in quarter-finals of Doha ATP 500
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 19 - Italy's world number Jannik Sinner will face Czech Jakub Mensik in the quarter-finals of the ATP 500 tournament in Doha after beating Australian Alexei Popyrin 6-3, 7-5 in the last 16 on Wednesday.
The 24-year-old, who is playing his first tournament since losing to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open semi-finals last month, is on course to face his great rival, world number one Carlos Alcaraz, in the final in Doha.
"I feel like I started off very well in the first set, not so many problems with my service games," said Sinner,.
"But after I struggled a bit. I felt like he raised his level and I lost a bit of rhythm and confidence. I just tried to dig deep.
"I'm very happy. You have to find different ways to win matches". (ANSA).
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Cabinet secretary frontrunner faced multiple bullying complaints
Claims emerge after the Cabinet Office said there was only one complaint about Antonia Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

Rachel Roddy Shares Recipe for Chocolate and Rosemary Panna Cotta
Rachel Roddy presents a recipe for a rich, velvety chocolate panna cotta infused with aromatic rosemary, described as a decadent dessert.

Gabon suspends access to social media amid teachers' strike
In tonight's edition, Gabon suspends major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, amid an anti-government teachers’ strike. Also, Brent Bozell, Trump’s controversial pick for US ambassador, arrives in South Africa. And we head to the Sambadrome, where Rio Carnival comes to a dazzling close, celebrating African roots in a pulsating festival of culture and joy.

Romeo Lavia Nears Return to First Team Action After Injury Update
Romeo Lavia is reportedly close to returning to full team training and subsequent first-team action following his latest injury update.

CultureThe IndependentANSA5d ago2 sources Rome Statue Damaged Again as Tusk Snapped Off
Police are investigating after a famous elephant statue in Rome, known as the Elefantino, had a tusk snapped off overnight, marking another instance of damage to the sculpture.

Kansas State's 'For Cause' Firing of Jerome Tang Challenged by Lawyers
Jerome Tang's lawyers are disputing Kansas State's claim that the coach's behavior warranted a 'for cause' firing, which would allow the university to avoid paying his buyout.

Promethos Capital Liquidates Sprouts Farmers Market Position
Promethos Capital has sold its entire $4 million stake in Sprouts Farmers Market, raising questions for investors about the grocery chain's future performance.

Cabinet secretary frontrunner faced multiple bullying complaints
It comes after the Cabinet Office says there was only one complaint about Antonio Romeo's conduct which was dismissed after an inquiry.

Report: Tottenham Hotspur keen on £78m-rated defender
Tottenham Target Castello Lukeba Amid Defensive UncertaintyTottenham Hotspur are exploring a move for RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba as questions swirl around the futures of Cristian Romero and M...

'From arsh to farsh': Mani Shankar Aiyar's 'Rahulian' outburst and 'uncle' syndrome
Mani Shankar Aiyar's critique of "Rahulian" politics sparks debate on the Congress's ideological shift from Nehruvianism to civil society influence. Analyst Rasheed Kidwai suggests Aiyar, though isolated, highlights a party increasingly shaped by non-dogmatic, issue-driven approaches, moving away from traditional party structures and veteran leadership's influence.

The Daily Mauling: 2/17/26
Kansas Jayhawks News Lance Leipold says he’s pleased with KU’s roster retention Bill Self talks about what needs to change for Kansas as they approach the offseason Self also talked to the media to break down the ISU loss, and provide a preview of the Oklahoma State game Links! The KC Star writes that Jerome […]

Sweden Faces Goalie Decision for Olympics Do-or-Die Game
Sweden's coach Sam Hallam faces a crucial decision regarding his starting goaltender, Filip Gustavsson or Jacob Markstrom, for an upcoming do-or-die Olympic game.

Where to dine and drink on Hong Kong’s waterfronts
Five restaurants for views of the harbour and sea from promenades, a pier and ferry-linked islands

O Romeo sees major drop, crosses Rs 51 crore globally
In the world of cinema, Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri's latest venture, 'O' Romeo,' sparked a range of reactions upon its release. While audiences applauded the actors' performances, the plot left many wanting more. Following a steep decline on its first Monday, the film brought in Rs 4.75 crore, with total domestic earnings now at an impressive Rs 34 crore.

Kansas State Faces Legal Battle to Fire Jerome Tang for Cause
Kansas State is attempting to fire Jerome Tang for cause, but a sports law expert believes the university faces a tough legal battle and a settlement is likely.

SportAPBBCNYT+6The GuardianFox NewscnbcNHK WorldThe IndependentYahoo6d ago9 sources Olympic Slalom Drama and Winter Sports Highlights
Norway's Atle Lie McGrath experienced an emotional meltdown after losing a gold medal in the Olympic slalom, while Switzerland's Loic Meillard secured the slalom gold. Meanwhile, predictions are out for the Czechia vs. Denmark men's Olympic hockey game.

Bollywood's 'O'Romeo' Offers Dark Shakespearean Adaptation
A review of 'O'Romeo,' a Bollywood adaptation of Shakespeare's classic, describes it as a dive into grisly mafia queen territory.

New Malware Extension Scam Targets Chrome and Edge Users
A new scam involving a fake ad blocker called NexShield is tricking Chrome and Edge users into installing malware, causing system crashes and security vulnerabilities.

Seminar Highlights Architectural Heritage of Popayán, Colombia
A seminar in Rome focuses on the rich architectural heritage of Popayán, Colombia, one of America's oldest colonial cities known for its historical significance.

The Greek Influence on Roman Poet Virgil Explored
A new article delves into the profound impact ancient Greece had on the works of Virgil, one of Rome's most prolific poets, highlighting how Greek culture shaped his literary contributions.

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Monday, February 16
Good morning everyone. We’ve seen a lot of bicycle kicks at Tottenham Hotspur Football Club this season. First there was that one from Richarlison on the opening day of the season. Upon rewatching it, it’s almost incredible it’s not already the automatic winner for the team’s best goal this season: Then Cristian Romero hit his […]

Kansas State basketball coach candidates after Jerome Tang firing
Kansas State basketball fired Jerome Tang and the search is on for its next coach. Here are some names the Wildcats could target.

Umar Dzambekov Secures Highlight-Reel Victory at Zuffa Boxing 03
Umar Dzambekov delivered a stunning highlight-reel finish against Ahmed El Biali at Zuffa Boxing 03, marking a significant win in the event.

Reports: Kansas State fires men's basketball coach Jerome Tang
Tang was 71-57 overall at KSU but the Wildcats are just 1-11 in Big 12 play this season.

Fatal Landslide Near Rome
A 58-year-old man died after a landslide, triggered by torrential rain, struck a three-story apartment building in Formello, near Rome.
German Business Confidence Stagnates at Start of Year
Germany's Ifo business barometer showed little momentum in January, with confidence in the service sector dipping and overall predictions for improvement unmet.

Mattarella visits Niscemi after devastating landslide
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - President Sergio Mattarella on Monday visited Niscemi, the Sicilian town hit by a dramatic landslide last month.
The head of State went on a tour to assess the damage, escorted by Mayor Massimiliano Conti and Civil Protection Department Chief Fabio Ciciliano.
The landslide destroyed some homes and left others perilously perched on the precipice of a cliff, meaning over 1,500 people had to be evacuated.
The landslide continued after the initial earthfall and Ciciliano h...

Policeman who killed 'drug pusher' in Milan detained
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - A policeman who shot dead a 28-year-old suspected drugs pusher in Milan's Rogoredo district on January 26 was detained on Monday for suspected homicide.
The 42-year-old policeman, Carmelo Cinturrino, had said the deceased man, Moroccan Abderrahim Mansouri, pulled a pistol on him that subsequently turned out to be blank-firing gun during a drugs control.
Prosecutors, however, suspect that Cinturrino planted the blank-firing gun at the crime scene after Mansour was kille...

BBC Apologizes For “Strong & Offensive Language” After Failing To Cut N-Word From BAFTA Film Awards
The BBC has apologized after its coverage of the BAFTA Film Awards failed to cut a racial slur shouted by an audience member with Tourette syndrome. The BBC said it was sorry for the “strong and offensive language” featured during the ceremony, which was pre-recorded on a two-hour delay before broadcasting on BBC One. During […]

‘Sinners’ Production Designer Hannah Beachler Decries BAFTA’s “Throw-Away” On-Stage Apology After N-Word Outburst
Sinners production designer Hannah Beachler has criticized Alan Cumming’s on-stage apology after the N-word was shouted by a Tourette’s campaigner during the BAFTA Film Awards. Cumming briefly paused the ceremony twice to acknowledge the involuntary shouting from Tourette syndrome campaigner John Davidson, who is the subject of biopic I Swear. Davidson was sat in the audience […]

HealthhotnewsANSA2h ago2 sources Homicide probe opened after damaged-heart-transplant boy dies
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - Naples prosecutors have opened an investigation into culpable homicide after a two-year-old boy who had a damaged heart transplanted into him in December died at the city's Monaldi hospital on Saturday.
The case has moved the entire nation.
Last week a committee of doctors from all over Italy had decided that the boy, whose name was Domenico, should not have another transplant, even though a donor organ had become available, because his condition had deteriorated too m...

Vishal Bhardwaj Defends Film Violence with Mahabharata Reference
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj invoked the Mahabharata to defend the depiction of violence in Shahid Kapoor's film 'O Romeo', stating it is 'in our DNA'.

Virginia Fonseca Crowned Carnival Queen in Rio de Janeiro
Entrepreneur and influencer Virginia Fonseca made her debut as the Carnival Queen at Grande Rio in the Rio de Janeiro Sambadrome, drawing significant attention for her popularity and romantic life.

¿Llegaremos a la IA General?: EE.UU. promete que llegará en 5 años; en China ni se lo plantean
Demis Hassabis, director ejecutivo de Google Deepmind, promete que la AGI está a punto de llegar, pero es un discurso con cada vez menos impacto

Rome Considers Bid for 2040 Summer Olympics
Following the successful Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, Italian organizers are contemplating a bid for the 2040 Summer Games in Rome.
How to skip the crowds and see a local side of Rome - The Straits Times
How to skip the crowds and see a local side of Rome The Straits Times

Sportla-repubblica12h ago Rome Considers Bid for 2040 Summer Olympics
Discussions have begun in Rome regarding a potential bid for the 2040 Summer Olympic Games, with officials expressing optimism about the possibility.

Controversy Over Belgrade Clock's Price After Alibaba Listing
Savo Manojlović, leader of the Kreni-promeni movement, has questioned the price and justification of the 'Belgrade Clock' in Republic Square after finding a similar item for sale on Alibaba for $6,800.

Putin's Offensive Against Wealthy Bureaucrats: How Ukraine War Changed the Equation
The war in Ukraine has reportedly shifted the dynamics within Russia, leading to a new offensive by President Putin against wealthy bureaucrats. The article suggests that the country's economy and society have long been subservient to a small elite focused on self-enrichment.

BAFTAs Host Alan Cumming Asks for ‘Understanding’ as Tourette Syndrome Campaigner John Davidson Shouts ‘Strong Language’ and Slurs at Winners and Presenters
BAFTA Film Awards host Alan Cumming thanked the audience for their understanding on Sunday night after a number of outbursts from Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson during the show. Davidson, who is the inspiration for BAFTA-nominated movie “I Swear,” was diagnosed with the syndrome at the age of 25. His symptoms, which first began when he […]

Dogs Dressed Up for Zagreb's Weekend Promenade
A photo gallery showcasing dogs dressed up for the fashionable weekend promenade in Zagreb, adding a charming dimension to the city's 'špica'.

Drunk Policeman Causes Traffic Accident Near Karlovac
A drunk policeman, with a blood alcohol level of 2.03 permille, caused a traffic accident near Karlovac by driving too fast and veering off the road.

Federal Reserve's Balance Sheet and Market Stability
Jerome Powell acknowledges the Federal Reserve's balance sheet grew too large, with discussions on plans to reduce it without causing market instability.

Air Serbia Announces Flight Changes Due to Severe Weather in New York
Air Serbia has informed passengers of changes to flights between Belgrade and New York due to anticipated severe weather and heavy snowfall at John F. Kennedy Airport.

Immigration as a Barometer for Portugal's Social State
An opinion piece from Portugal discusses immigration as a key indicator for societal values and challenges in an aging welfare state, labeling it 'imigratite'.

Miryam Gallego Nominated for Goya Award 2026
Actress Miryam Gallego, a veteran of television and theater, has been nominated for a Goya Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Carla Simón's new film 'Romería'.
Life Flight Opens New Aeromedical Airbase in Upper North Island
Life Flight has officially opened its new aeromedical airbase in Hamilton, which will serve as the upper North Island hub for two of its air ambulance planes.
Allianz Risk Barometer Identifies AI as Top Threat in Hungary
The Allianz Risk Barometer has ranked artificial intelligence as the leading threat in Hungary, according to a report by the Budapest Business Journal.

How Italians fell in love with their Winter Olympics after gaffes turned into gold
After a slow start, when the hosts began to pick up medals in the second week the public’s imagination was captured
With the atmosphere in Rome subdued as the Winter Olympics unfolded across northern

Italian Duo Wins Gold and Silver in Men's Ski Cross at 2026 Winter Olympics
Italy secured its 10th gold medal of the 2026 Winter Olympics as Simone Deromedis won the men's ski cross title, with compatriot Federico Tomasoni taking silver after a photo finish.

Italian Duo Wins Gold and Silver in Men's Ski Cross at Winter Olympics
Italy achieved a significant victory at the 2026 Winter Olympics with Simone Deromedis winning gold and Federico Tomasoni taking silver in the men's ski cross final.

Italian Freeskiers Win Gold and Silver in Men's Skicross
Italian freeskiers Simone Deromedis and Federico Tomasoni secured gold and silver medals for the Winter Olympic hosts after dominating the men’s skicross final.

Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' crosses Rs 75 crore worldwide
Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' experienced a slow start to its second week, earning an estimated Rs 2.25 crore on its eighth day, its lowest collection yet. Despite a strong Valentine's Day opening, the film's numbers have dipped. It has garnered Rs 49.35 crore net domestically and Rs 75.

Soccer: Juve Kalulu ban appeal rejected
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - Italian Soccer Federation President Gabriele Gravina on Friday turned down an appeal from Juventus to annul a one-game ban on France defender Pierre Kalulu because he was the victim of "clear injustice" when Inter's Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni dived to get him sent off on a second yellow card in Saturday's 3-2 win for the Nerazzurri in the Derby of Italy.
The Bianconeri had already said they had little hope of getting the ban overturned in time for Saturday's game against Como in Turin.
Bastoni's dive, and his triumphant celebration of the red card for his opponent, spurred calls for him to lose his Italy place.
(ANSA).
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Romeo and Juliet Returns to Istanbul Stage
The Istanbul State Opera and Ballet (IDOB) is bringing the classic ballet 'Romeo and Juliet' back to the stage at AKM.

Suspect Arrested in Beheaded Woman Murder Case in Rome
Police in Rome have arrested a man suspected of murdering a woman whose beheaded body was discovered at a former site.

Suspect Arrested for Beheaded Woman's Murder in Rome
Police in Rome have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a woman whose beheaded body was discovered at a former industrial site.

UK Appoints First Female Head of Civil Service
Dame Antonia Romeo has been appointed as the first woman to hold the post of head of the UK civil service, replacing Sir Chris Wormald.

Shahid Kapoor's 'O' Romeo' Struggles at Box Office, Ends First Week with Rs 72 Crore
Shahid Kapoor's latest film 'O' Romeo' has faced a challenging run at the box office, concluding its first week with a total collection of Rs 72 crore despite the actor's performance.

The Guardian view on Merz and Meloni: an emerging Berlin-Rome axis is threatening the EU’s green deal
The deregulation agenda being pushed by Germany’s chancellor and Italy’s prime minister is economically and ethically flawed
When the European Union launched its green deal in 2019, putting into law the goal of climate neutrality by the middle of the century, it showed strategic foresight as well as global leadership. Russia’s war in Ukraine has starkly underlined the extent to which the continent’s energy security – and its future prosperity – is dependent on the transition away from fossil fuels. Lately, however, EU leaders’ environmental approach appears to be echoing the youthful St Augustine’s plea on chastity: make us greener, but not yet.
The recent European Industry Summit in Antwerp made unusually big headlines thanks to Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s xenophobic outburst over immigration. But it was also notable for fierce attacks on one of the most important pillars of EU environmental policy. The bloc’s emissions trading system (ETS) – which makes polluters pay for the C02 they emit – has achieved dramatic results in driving down overall emissions since 2005 and encouraging green innovation. Worryingly, the German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, appeared to sympathise with demands from Sir Jim and other CEOs for a radical relaxation of the rules.
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Ski mountaineer dies after avalanche in Val d'Aosta
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 19 - A ski mountaineer who was caught in an avalanche this afternoon below Punta Paletta, in the municipality of Saint-Nicolas, Val d'Aosta, died in Aosta hospital.
Paramedics attempted to resuscitate him for a long time, but his injuries were too serious.
Another ski mountaineer is in hospital, but his condition is not life-threatening.
The group of five hikers included three who were uninjured.
The rescue operations, complicated by bad weather, were conducted by the Aosta Valley Mountain Rescue Service, the Guardia di Finanza, and the emergency medical service 118.
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PoliticsTimes of IndiaNew StatesmanThe Week3d ago3 sources Antonia Romeo Appointed First Female Cabinet Secretary Amid Briefing War
Antonia Romeo has been appointed as the first female Cabinet Secretary, an appointment that followed a period of intense briefing against her.

Concerns Raised Over Romeo Appointment to Cabinet Office
Concerns were reportedly raised with the Cabinet Office by three individuals regarding the past conduct of former consul Romeo before her appointment as cabinet secretary frontrunner.

PoliticsBBCFTThe Guardian+1The Independent4d ago4 sources Starmer Appoints Romeo as Head of UK Civil Service
Keir Starmer has appointed Dame Antonia Romeo as the new head of the UK civil service, making her the first woman to hold the position.

White House Writes-Off Bruce Springsteen as a ‘Loser’ With ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’
Bruce Springsteen's beef with the Trump administration is cooking.

Verona Prepares Ancient Arena for Olympics Closing Ceremony
Verona, a city known for Romeo and Juliet, is preparing its ancient Roman arena to host the closing ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

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The figure is circulating among experts in light of the initial technical surveys carried out at the site of the fire. (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 16 - Foreign MInister Antonio Tajani on Monday defended the government's decision to join United States President Donald Trump's Board of Peace stressing that Italy will just have observer status like the European Commission because the board's constitution clashes with the Italian one.
Italy was invited to participate in the Board of Peace as an observer, he said during a press conference following a bilateral meeting with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand., and deemed it "appropriate" to participate because "we want to be a protagonist, but as observers, as the European Commission will be." The observer status was chosen, he explained, "because Article 9 of the Board's Statute conflicts with the Constitution," which states that Rome can only take part in supranational bodies on a par with the other members.
"We are doing this because we have already given a lot for Gaza and will continue to do so. We are among the countries in the world that have given the most," the minister said, explaining that "we are ready to train the new Gaza and Palestinian police, and we are ready to increase our Carabinieri in Rafah.
"We have a direct interest in the stability of the Middle East," he added, "and in building peace." Trump's board is aimed at initially cementing peace and reconstruction in Gaza and then achieving peace in all other conflicts around the world.
Critics have said the American president is trying to supplant the role of the United Nations. (ANSA).
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Red card for Juve's Kalulu was clear mistake says referees' chief
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 16 - Italy's referees selector Gianluca Rocchi has admitted that the decision to send off Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu for a second yellow card in his side's 3-2 defeat to Serie A leaders Inter at San Siro on Saturday was a clear mistake amid a massive furore over the decision.
Kalulu was given a second booking by referee Federico La Penna for a foul on Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni, although TV replays showed that Bastoni dived.
The Italy centre-back then went on to celebrate getting his opponent red-carded with his team mates to boot.
The VAR was unable to do anything because the protocol does not allow it to intervene with second yellow cards, only direct red cards.
"We are very sorry about this episode," Rocchi told ANSA via telephone on Sunday, "about La Penna's decision, which was clearly wrong, and about the fact that we were unable to use VAR to correct it.
"La Penna is mortified and we are supportive of him.
"But I have to tell you the truth - he is not the only one who made a mistake because yesterday there was a clear simulation.
"It is latest in a long series in a championship in which they try in every way to screw us".
Bastoni and his wife closed comments on their social media profiles after being hit by a wave of insults and threats following the incident.
"Poor child that has a such a disgusting father," read one comment on a family photo posted on Instagram.
"It'll be so beautiful when you die together with your children," said another.
Saturday's victory keeps Inter eight points clear of second-placed AC Milan, who won 2-1 at Pisa on Friday and have a game in hand.
Champions Napoli are third with 50 points, 11 behind Inter, and AS Roma are fourth with 47 after the two sides battled out a 2-2 draw in Naples on Sunday.
Juventus are one point further back in fifth. (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - A 17-year-old boy living in Campobello di Mazara (Trapani) died after being hit by a train while listening to music on his headphones on the Trapani-Castelvetrano line, near the San Nicola district.
According to the railway police, the young man, of Tunisian origin, was walking near the tracks and apparently didn't hear the train traveling towards Castelvetrano .
The impact was fatal.
Rail traffic was interrupted for several hours and has recently resumed. (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi said Friday that the government would challenge two recent rulings against it and in favour of the German Sea-Watch migrant-rescue NGO.
This week a court in Catania ordered the release of the NGO's Sea-Watch 5 migrant-rescue ship after the Italian authorities temporarily impounded it for allegedly breaching the rules for such operations, while judges in Palermo ordered the Italian State to pay 76,000 euros in compensation to it for illegally detaining another of its ships, the Sea Watch 3, in 2019.
On Wednesday Premier Giorgia Meloni expressed indignation about the latter decision, saying it was an example of how elements within the judiciary are seeking to thwart the government's efforts to halt illegal immigration.
"Up until now we have challenged these types of rulings, using the three-level judicial system (in Italy), and we will continue to do so," Piantedosi said at the opening of a new police office at Rome's central Termini train station.
"We have challenged them whenever possible, so we will do the same in this case as well". (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - An allegedly pro-Russian Italian journalist has been released after being detained in Turkey Thursday, the Italian foreign ministry confirmed Friday.
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He had been held in Turkey without charge. (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - Italy's world number Jannik Sinner suffered a surprise 7-6 2-6 6-3 defeat to Jakub Mensik in the quarter-finals of the ATP 500 tournament in Doha on Thursday.
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 19 - RaiSport Director Paolo Petrecca has handed his resignation to Rai CEO Giampaolo Rossi after his blunder-strewn commentary on the Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony, the State broadcaster said on Thursday.
It said Petrecca would leave his position at the end of the Winter Olympics and Marco Lollobrigida, one of RaiSport's top journalists and presenters, would step into the role temporarily.
Rai's sports journalists withdrew their bylines from their reports last Friday in protest at the commentary the opening ceremony on February 6.
Petrecca started the commentary by welcoming viewers to the Stadio Olimpico, instead of Milan's San Siro Stadium, and went on to commit a series of embarrassing mistakes.
These including mistaking Italian actress Matilda De Angelis for Mariah Carey and International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry for Italian President Sergio Mattarella's daughter Laura. (ANSA).
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Milano Cortina: Italy against Russian athletes at Paralympics with flags
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 19 - The Italian government has said it is against the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to take part in the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics under their own national flags.
Russia and its ally Belarus have largely been banned from international sport since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with individual athletes having to take part in competition as neutrals.
"The Italian Government expresses its absolute opposition to the International Paralympic Committee's decision to allow six Russian and four Belarusian athletes to participate in the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics under their national emblems, including their anthem," Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Sports Minister Andrea Abodi said in a statement.
"Russia's ongoing violation of the truce and of Olympic and Paralympic ideals, supported by Belarus, is incompatible with the participation of their athletes in the Games, except as neutral individual athletes".
Ukraine said its officials will boycott the Paralympic Winter Games, while European Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef said he would not go to the opening ceremony in Verona on March 6 in protest. (ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 18 - Angelo Bonelli, the co-leader of the Green-Left Alliance (AVS), said Wednesday that he and fellow AVS co-leader Nicola Fratoianni had come under a raft of death threats and accused government ministers of whipping up anger against them.
Bonelli blasted Deputy Premier and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini over an image linking AVS to the murder of French far-right nationalist student Quentin Deranque and Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi for saying the party was the "accomplice" of left-wing protesters who rioted in Turin last month.
"We risk becoming targets, we feel like targets," Bonelli said in the Lower House, showing some of the messages he has received.
"Over the last few days Fratoianni and I have received very serious threats, all of which have been reported to the police "This is a letter that was delivered to me with a picture of my wife and daughter and our home address with very serious death threats involving a machete, saying they'll cut off my head.
"This one arrived a few days ago regarding the clashes in Turin and says 'we'll hammer your children, we'll shoot you in the head'.
"This one went to my sister.
"It says 'that filthy pig of a brother of yours, we'll hang him upside down in Piazza Maggiore in Bologna and we'll cut off his sh**ty head'".
Bonelli called on Piantedosi to report to parliament to say what he intended to do to reduce the level of political tension.
(ANSA).
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(ANSA) - ROMA, 18 FEB - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, was received by the Minister of Environment of the Republic of Armenia, Hambardzum Matevosyan. During the meeting, the agenda of bilateral relations was reviewed, emphasizing the importance of deepening cooperation in the areas of environmental protection and sustainable development.
Particular reference was made to the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of sustainable development, signed in 2021, which creates a basis for the implementation of joint initiatives aimed at increasing climate resilience, assess risks and improve disaster management systems, preserve biodiversity, promote sustainable forest and water resource management, ensure efficient waste management, and develop the circular economy.
The participation of the delegation of the Republic of Armenia, led by Minister Matevosyan, in the resumed session of the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity, held in Rome in 2025, was also discussed. during which important agreements were reached on biodiversity financing mechanisms and on the comprehensive set of indicators to measure progress in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. During the meeting, the parties also discussed the preparatory work for COP17, scheduled to take place in Yerevan from October 18 to 30, 2026.
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Lazio present project to renovate Rome's Stadio Flaminio
(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 17 - Lazio on Tuesday presented their project to renovate Rome's Stadio Flaminio and make it the new home of the Serie A club.
The complex has fallen into a state of neglect after the Italian national rugby team stopped using it for its Six Nations games following the 2011 tournament and moved to the larger Stadio Olimpico.
"Today we're not simply presenting a building project, we're presenting a vision," said Lazio Chairman Claudio Lotito.
"What we do today will impact future generations.
"The redevelopment of the Stadio Flaminio isn't just about Lazio, it's about Rome, its urban history, and its ability to look to the future with responsibility".
The club currently plays its home games at the Stadio Olimpico, which is owned by the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI).
AS Roma, who play at the Olimpico too, plan to build a totally new stadium in the Pietralata area of the capital.
Lotito said Lazio have already presented a formal expression of interest in the renovated Stadio Flaminio hosting matches at Euro 2032, which Italy will co-host with Turkey.
"It is an act of responsibility and vision to put Rome and the Stadio Flaminio in a position to participate in a major international event, should the technical and institutional requirements allow it," Lotito said.
"We are aware that the venue selection process will be competitive and that our city is expected to field multiple candidates.
"For this very reason, we want to address this issue methodically, transparently, and with planning.
"The Stadio Flaminio was created for the 1960 Olympics.
"Today, it can aspire, with balance and seriousness, to return to the circuit of major European events".
Most of Lazio's season-ticket holders did not attend the club's last two home matches in protect at Lotito's running of the club and his failure to build a team capable of competing for the Serie A title or international trophies.
They are currently ninth in the league table, 28 points behind leaders Inter. (ANSA).
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But he also said that the media storm created by the case had gone too far and that Bastoni should not lose his place in the Italy squad. "Our position is very simple," Marotta told a press conference before a meeting of the Serie A league.
"I'm here because we've noticed that the media has taken a truly over-the-top stance on what happened.
"First and foremost, the player has been the target of media pile-on that goes beyond what actually happened.
"A lad who is an asset for our national team made a mistake.
"Some are even questioning whether he should be in the next call-ups for the national team, which is absolutely unfair".
Serie A leaders Inter won the match 3-2- (see related). (ANSA).
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Trump's Fed Nominee Faces Confirmation Backlash Amid Criminal Inquiry
President Trump's push to confirm Kevin M. Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair is complicated by a criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, leading to backlash in the Senate.
Lazio Suffers Defeat to Atalanta in Serie A
Lazio faced a reality check on their return to Rome, falling short against Atalanta in a Serie A match.