February 19, 2025 Pope Francis shows slight improvement, receives visit from Italian PM Giorgia Meloni Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis in the hospital on Wednesday where she spent 20 minutes with the 88-year-old pontiff.
February 19, 2025 Italian Prime Minister Meloni visits Pope Francis in hospital, says he's in good spirits Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis in hospital on Wednesday and reported he was full of good humor following his diagnosis of pneumonia and a bronchial infection.
February 17, 2025 'Father' of Nutella, world's most famous hazelnut spread, dies at 97 Francesco Rivella, who is better known as the "Father of Nutella" for his role in creating the world's most famous hazelnut spread, died at age 97 on Feb. 14, 2025.
February 17, 2025 Archaeologists uncover ancient 'city of the dead' in Italy: 'Perfectly preserved' Officials from the Italian province of Trentino announced the recent discovery of a "monumental necropolis" from the Iron Age, dating back over 3,000 years.
February 15, 2025 Sicilian mafia bosses complain on wiretaps about lack of quality recruits, reminisce about 'The Godfather' Italian authorities have caught mob bosses being wiretapped in the country complaining about a lack of high quality recruits and reminiscing about the old days and "The Godfather."
February 15, 2025 Pope Francis will remain in hospital, Vatican says Pope Francis will remain in the hospital for treatment, the Vatican said. He was admitted on Friday after holding audiences due to respiratory issues.
February 11, 2025 Popular travel destination doubles controversial day-tripper tax, sparks reactions on social media Venice, Italy, has doubled its "access fee" pass from $5 to $10 if travelers book a trip to the city within three days. The tax was implemented to curb overtourism.
February 10, 2025 Archaeologists unearth 2,000-year-old mask mold believed to depict Medusa Archaeologists have discovered a mask mold believed to depict Medusa at Valley of the Temples Archaeological Park in in Sicily, Italy. The park is open to visitors on weekdays.
February 9, 2025 CEO of Italian salami, prosciutto company dies in helicopter crash: 'Sad day' Rovagnati chief executive Lorenzo Rovagnati died in a helicopter accident near Parma, Italy, on Wednesday. Rovagnati is a food company famous for its salami and prosciutto.
January 26, 2025 Trump's world leaders club: who’s in and who's looking to salvage ties President Donald Trump's second term is already bringing massive changes as global leaders, allies and adversaries alike, watch to see where they fall in the pecking order and vie for a seat at the table.