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 evacuation in Kramatorsk
Kiev hit two refining plants in Russian territory. In Kramatorsk, in eastern Ukraine, evacuation has been ordered for Russian raids.
Entertainment·
Vecchioni remembers Guccini: friendship born in 1973 at the Tenco Prize
Singer-songwriter Roberto Vecchioni recalled his friendship with Francesco Guccini, born in 1973 during the Tenco Prize, underlining their enduring bond and discussions on high issues.
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Francesco Guccini, Italian singer-songwriter at 86, has died
The Emilian singer-songwriter, known for songs such as' L 'Avenenata ', passed away after a career that spanned over half a century of Italian music and literature.
Sports·
Italy dominates European dives with 5 golds of Pellacani
The Italian team closes at the top of the medal table with 19 medals, including 5 consecutive golds by Chiara Pellacani.
Entertainment·
Guccini dies at 86, Bologna remembers him with its songs
The singer-songwriter disappeared in Pavana. His birthplace in Bologna is filled with spontaneous tributes among flowers and messages.
Business·
Milan closes higher after uncertainties about Hormuz
The FTSE MIB index registered a +0.44% in Milan, while in London it fell by 0.19% and the ECB warned about the impact on energy prices
World·
Ex-arrested for the femicide of Daniela Florea in Turin
The woman, 36 years old and of Romanian origin, had been found dead in her apartment in Turin. The former partner, a 45-year-old Romanian, was arrested for femicide and concealment of a corpse.
Politics·
Italy votes today on Delmastro's chats in the classroom
The Chamber votes today on the request to acquire Delmastro's chats. Avs deputies blindfold themselves in protest.
Sports·
Taddeucci wins gold in the women's 5 km at the European Championships
Italy's Ginevra Taddeucci wins gold in the women's 5km distance at the European Swimming Championships in Paris, while Barbara Pozzobon takes bronze.
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Government extends diesel discount to 17 cents until August 25
The Council of Ministers approves the extension of the 17 cents per litre discount on diesel, but fuel and electricity prices continue to rise
Environment·
Italy declares maximum heat alert in 27 cities
The Ministry of Health has activated the highest alert level for 27 cities due to extreme temperatures. An 18-month-old girl hospitalized in code red in Rome.
Sports·
Uefa asks FIFA to block documents on Infantino
UEFA is asking FIFA to protect documents related to Infantino's alleged sale of shares in the 2026 World Cup. FIFA denies contacts with Trump for his stay.
Sports·
Italy dominates diving and swimming at the European Championships in Paris
Ginevra Taddeucci won gold in the 10 km of open water swimming and criticized the quality of the Seine, while Chiara Pellacani won four golds in dives.
World·
Malta holds Italian boy 70 days for bomb alert
A fifteen-year-old Italian has been in solitary confinement for over two months in a Maltese prison on charges of setting off a false bomb alarm at school.
World·
Ex-partner invests and kills man who helped ex
Federico Venco, 36, of Varese, was run over and killed by Mirko Bertellini, the former companion of the woman he had rescued. Bertellini had a history of stalking.
Politics·
Schlein brakes Conte on centre-left primaries
The leader of the Democratic Party Elly Schlein asks to define the common program first, while Giuseppe Conte of the M5S insists on the rules of the primaries. The Board of Rules postpones the decision on Delmastro's chats.
Politics·
Room blocks access to Delmastro's chats
The Chamber of Deputies' authorization committee rejected the request to deepen the chats between the former undersecretary and Mauro Caroccia, sparking opposition protests.
Business·
Bessent: possible agreement on Hormuz in a few hours
European stock markets rise after Bessent declarations on a possible agreement for the Strait of Hormuz; Qatar confirms talks but not direct