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Italy shipwreck: Relatives arrive in Calabria to claim loved ones

Relatives of some of the 67 people who drowned in a shipwreck off southern Italy have arrived in Crotone, Calabria, to claim their loved ones.

Europe Decoded

Why Italian right-to-die activists are embracing civil disobedience

'I’m down for it': Why Italian right-to-die activists are embracing civil disobedience

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Over €170,000 seized from Italian MEP, assistants over fraud suspicion

EU prosecutor seizes €170,000 from Italian MEP and assistants over fraud suspicion

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Italy's left picks 'anti-Meloni' Elly Schlein to lead the party

The 37-year-old politician is touted as a new hope for Italy's weakened left. But is that enough to convince her party's wearier voters?

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At least 59 dead including a baby in migrant boat tragedy off Italy

At least 59 people including a baby and other children have died after a boat attempting to land them in southern Italy broke up and sank

Food and Drink

Olive oil in coffee? We tried making Starbucks' new Italian latte

Starbucks is debuting a new range of drinks in its Italian coffeeshops. The twist, they all revolve around adding extra virgin olive oil to coffee.

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Venice canals almost run dry after lack of winter rain

Taxis and traditional gondolas have been struggling to pass through the dwindling waterways.

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Watch this: Italy's Viareggio Carnival marks its 150th anniversary

From gorillas to gas masks and lots of paper mache - Italy's Viareggio Carnival is marking its 150th anniversary with colourful parades after being closed down by the pandemic

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Rule of law issues in most EU countries remain unaddressed - Report

Poland and Hungary are once more flagged as the "worst offenders" with the new right-wing coalition governments in Italy and Sweden described as "fast learners".

Culture news

How to rescue and renovate culture sites after deadly earthquakes

Another terrible repercussion of earthquakes like those experienced by Türkiye and Syria this month is the destruction of cultural heritage. Sergio Cantone has examined Italy's areas hit by devastating quakes and their efforts to protect and preserve history.

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Italy: 84 rescued migrants disembark Ocean Viking after sea ordeal

The NGO vessel was granted permission to dock at Emilia-Romagna's only port on Saturday. SOS Mediterranee says 58 unaccompanied minors were among those onboard.

Food and Drink

A terrible day for France: the world's top 10 cheeses revealed

A controversial list of the world's best cheeses has just been published. France has come out licking its wounds, while the undoubted victor of the ranking is another surprise.

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Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi acquitted over 'Bunga Bunga' case

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi was found not guilty of witness tampering in a trial related to controversial 'Bunga Bunga' parties.

Culture news

Stella Jean quits Milan Fashion Week over lack of diversity

Jean has announced she will go on a hunger strike to avoid repercussions against designers associated with her.

Culture news

All drama and no Zelenskyy: Italy’s Sanremo is off to an odd start

A planned guest appearance by Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Italy's Sanremo Music Festival attracted cross-party criticism.

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EU train travel on track to be faster and cheaper under new scheme

There’ll be no excuse to take flights within Europe when these new long distance train routes have launched.

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Italy's opera houses sing to save Verdi's home

Villa Verdi was the composer's home for over 50 years, but is up for public auction this year and it could be taken away from the public.

Europe Decoded

'It's a shame': NGOs blast Italy's code of conduct for rescue ships

The code compels ship to disembark without delay as soon as the first rescue operation is complete, even if other migrants remain lost at sea.

Culture news

Venice Carnival returns without pandemic-related restrictions

Packed with water parades, fine dining experiences and masked balls complete with elaborate costumes, the historic festival is back and is taking place in Italy's beloved city of bridges from February 4-21.

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People from around the world gather in Venice for carnival parade

Some hundred decorated rowing boats paraded on Sunday, from Punta della Dogana to Rialto Bridge, led by the legendary 7-metre-long papier-maché ‘Pantegana’, which has become one of the symbols of the Venetian carnival.

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