Politics·
Conte Accuses Meloni Over Counterfeit COVID-19 Masks
Former Prime Minister Files Letter with the District Attorney's Office Accusing the Government of Paying 100 Million to a Company Selling Suspicious Masks During the Pandemic
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Ukraine Attacks Russian Refineries and Orders an Evacuation in Kramatorsk
Kyiv struck two refineries on Russian territory. In Kramatorsk, in eastern Ukraine, an evacuation order was issued due to Russian airstrikes.
Entertainment·
Vecchioni Remembers Guccini: A Friendship That Began in 1973 at the Tenco Prize
Singer-songwriter Roberto Vecchioni recalled his friendship with Francesco Guccini, which began in 1973 during the Tenco Prize, highlighting their enduring bond and their discussions on profound topics.
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Francesco Guccini, an Italian singer-songwriter, has died at the age of 86
The singer-songwriter from Emilia, known for songs such as “L’Avvelenata,” passed away after a career that spanned more than half a century of Italian music and literature.
Sports·
Italy Dominates European Diving Championships with 5 Gold Medals by Pellacani
The Italian team finished at the top of the medal count with 19 medals, including 5 consecutive gold medals won by Chiara Pellacani.
Entertainment·
Guccini Dies at 86; Bologna Honors Him with His Songs
The singer-songwriter passed away in Pavana. His birthplace in Bologna is filled with spontaneous tributes, including flowers and messages.
Business·
Milan closes higher amid uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz
The FTSE MIB index rose 0.44% in Milan, while in London it fell 0.19%, and the ECB warned about the impact on energy prices
World·
Ex-boyfriend Arrested for the Femicide of Daniela Florea in Turin
The woman, a 36-year-old of Romanian origin, was found dead in her apartment in Turin. Her former partner, a 45-year-old Romanian man, was arrested on charges of femicide and concealing a corpse.
Politics·
Italy is voting today on Delmastro's chat logs in the Chamber of Deputies
The Chamber of Deputies is voting today on the request to obtain Delmastro's chat logs. AVS deputies are covering their eyes in protest.
Sports·
Taddeucci Wins Gold in the Women's 5-Kilometer Race at the European Championships
Italy's Ginevra Taddeucci won gold in the women's 5-kilometer open water event at the European Swimming Championships in Paris, while Barbara Pozzobon took bronze.
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Government Extends Diesel Discount to 17 Cents Through August 25
The Council of Ministers approves the extension of the 17-cent-per-liter discount on diesel, but fuel and electricity prices continue to rise
Environment·
Italy Declares Highest Heat Alert in 27 Cities
The Ministry of Health has issued the highest alert level for 27 cities due to extreme temperatures. An 18-month-old girl was admitted to the hospital in Rome in critical condition.
Sports·
UEFA Asks FIFA to Seize Documents on Infantino
UEFA is asking FIFA to preserve documents related to Infantino’s alleged sale of shares in the 2026 World Cup. FIFA denies having had any contact with Trump regarding his tenure.
Sports·
Italy Dominates Diving and Swimming at the European Championships in Paris
Ginevra Taddeucci wins gold in the 10-kilometer open-water swim and criticizes the quality of the Seine, while Chiara Pellacani wins four gold medals in diving.
World·
Malta Detains Italian Teen for 70 Days Over Bomb Threat
A 15-year-old Italian boy has been in solitary confinement for over two months in a Maltese prison on charges of triggering a false bomb threat at his school.
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Ex-boyfriend runs over and kills a man who was helping his ex
Federico Venco, a 36-year-old man from Varese, was struck and killed by Mirko Bertellini, the ex-boyfriend of the woman he had come to the aid of. Bertellini had a history of stalking.
Politics·
Schlein Puts the Brakes on Conte Regarding the Center-Left Primaries
Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein is calling for the joint platform to be finalized first, while Giuseppe Conte of the M5S insists on following the primary election rules. The Rules Committee has postponed its decision on the Delmastro chat logs.
Politics·
House Blocks Access to Delmastro's Chats
The Chamber of Deputies' Authorization Committee rejected the request to investigate the text messages between the former undersecretary and Mauro Caroccia, sparking protests from the opposition.
Business·
Bessent: Agreement on Hormuz Possible Within a Few Hours
European stock markets rise following Bessent's remarks on a possible agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz; Qatar confirms talks but says they are not direct