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Italy remembers one of the Mediterranean's deadliest migrant disasters

As Lampedusa commemorated the 10-year anniversary of the sinking of a migrant boat that claimed 368 lives, participants said little has changed to prevent a similar tragedy.

Lifestyle

How Italy is positioning itself as Europe's top golfing destination

The Italian government is taking a big putt by investing in golf to take advantage of the sport's burgeoning popularity. Italy also believes its unique culture can help it top Europe's leader board of top golfing destinations.

World News

Italy opens first detention centre for migrants from 'safe' countries

The centre will house people who can't claim refugee status as they've arrived from countries not considered to be dangerous.

Europe Decoded

Migration: Naval blockades are an act of war so what's left for Italy?

After a sudden influx of migrants overwhelmed the island of Lampedusa, Italy is rushing to come up with an effective method to curb new arrivals, with an open willingness to test the limits of international law.

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Donatella Versace slams Italian government's anti-gay policies

“Donatella Versace was the first person in Italy to be so clear and explicit in the face of the government’s homophobic politics,’’ said Franco Grillini, a longtime gay rights activist.

World News

European leaders attend funeral of former Italian president Napolitano

Napolitano was Italy's president twice between 2006 and 2015 and was considered a stabilising force within the country's often turbulent politics.

Culture news

Sophia Loren recovering after breaking her hip and leg

The 89-year-old icon is convalescing after a successful surgery following a serious fall in her Swiss villa.

Italy

Italy's number one fugitive: Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro dies

"I could fill a cemetery with the people I've killed myself," the gun enthusiast once said. He committed his first homicide at the age of 18.

World News

Italy and Europe pay tribute to former Italian President, Giorgio Napolitano

Italy's former President, Giorgio Napolitano will lie in state in the Italian Senate until Monday evening, before receiving a secular state funeral in the Chamber of Deputies on Tuesday.

Italy

Italy: Meloni admits she hoped to do ‘better’ on migration as numbers skyrocket

When the Italian Prime Minister’s far-right party was elected last year, they promised to reduce mass immigration to the country - but the number of people arriving on boats from North Africa has nearly doubled in just one year.

Europe News

EU releases €127 million in aid for Tunisia amid Lampedusa crisis

The European Commission announced on Friday the first round of payments under the contentious EU-Tunisia memorandum of understanding.

Italy

Euroviews. View Q&A: Lampedusa shows migration is integral to human history

Following the latest spike in boat arrivals to the Italian island of Lampedusa, Euronews View spoke to MEP Pietro Bartolo about what migration means for Italy and Europe and whether the continent can find a viable and fair way to solve the crisis.

World News

Experts say better response needed to the ongoing migration crisis

Following a surge in people arriving on the Italian island of Lampedusa by boat, experts say a better response is needed to the ongoing migration crisis.

Italy

Sardinia set to fight depopulation with 100 shepherds from Kyrgyzstan

The local branch of the national farmers' union, Coldiretti, struck a deal with Kyrgyzstan authorities to send about a hundred local farmers to the Mediterranean island, in an effort to keep its farming tradition alive.

Italy

Italian and German presidents share concerns over migrant crisis

Irregular migration topped the agenda during talks between the presidents of Italy and Germany in Syracuse. Presidents Mattarella and Steinmeier shared their concerns regarding the ongoing crisis.

Residences

21 of the world's 50 best hotels for 2023 are in Europe

The list of the World’s 50 Best Hotels has been revealed, awarding hotels on six continents for their exceptional, industry-defining properties.

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Can Rome remain eternal? Italy's capital hosts its first 'Future Week'

The Italian capital has just held its first "Future Week," looking at solutions to the challenges of tomorrow. But can a city notoriously stuck in the past ever see real change?

Europe News

Water lorries and reused wastewater: How EU countries battle drought

Spain, Italy and France are being impacted by drought and are using various methods to alleviate water stress for residents and farmers.

Italy

EU tries to stop Italy’s far-right drift after record migrant arrivals

The increased competition between PM Giorgia Meloni and League leader Matteo Salvini has found a new battleground on the issue of migration.

Italy

Salvini and Le Pen present a united front ahead of 2024 EU election

Italy's Matteo Salvini and France's Marine Le Pen confirmed their far-right alliance ahead of next year's EU elections and highlighted their anti-immigration platform to supporters.

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