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Who can vote in Italy’s local elections?
Elaine Allaby - elaine.allaby@thelocal.com Published: 22 May, 2026 CET. Updated: Mon 25 May 2026 09:34 CET The entrance to a polling station in Milan. Photo by Piero CRUCIATTI / AFP. With municipal elections underway in hundreds of Italian towns and cities, including Venice, here’s what to know about how the system works and who can
Italy’s leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks
The attacks carried out by 31-year-old Salim El Khoudri appear related ‘to a situation of psychiatric distress’, according to Italy’s interior minister. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella have visited victims of car-ramming and stabbing attacks on the main shopping street of the northern city of Modena. At about 4:30pm local time
Italy’s Consob Tightens Net on AI-Fueled Scams With Fresh Website Bans
Italy’s financial markets regulator, Consob, has ordered access to 12 websites to be blocked for offering financial services and investment products without proper authorization. The action forms part of its ongoing efforts to combat online financial fraud.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!)The order includes Elite-Flows Limited...
Italy’s mosquito season has started: So how do you keep them at bay?
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Italy’s ex-F1 driver turned Paralympic legend Zanardi dies
Alex Zanardi, the Italian Formula One driver who became a Paralympic champion after losing both legs in an accident, has died aged 59, his family announced Saturday. Zanardi was one of his country's most loved and respected sportsmen, credited with helping transform the perception of disability in Italy. In a statement issued through the charity
World Cup: Italy’s Sports Minister Dismisses Calls To Replace Iran
Italian Sports Minister Andrea Abodi has dismissed a suggestion of Italy replacing Iran at the World Cup, calling it “not appropriate.” US special envoy for global partnerships, Paolo Zampolli, appointed by Donald Trump, reportedly raised the issue with the President and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. In a statement to Sky News, Abodi said, “Italy’s possible
Italy’s ITA boosts direct Asia flights amid war in Middle East
AFP - news@thelocal.it Published: 21 Apr, 2026 CET. Updated: Tue 21 Apr 2026 17:22 CET An Ita Airways airplane lands at Milan Linate airport northern Italy, on April 7, 2026. Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / AFP. Italian flagship airline ITA Airways said on Tuesday it was increasing direct flights to India and Thailand this August
Italy’s Meloni suggests pausing EU spending rules over Iran war
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Thursday the European Union should ease spending rules as it did during Covid if the Iran war and the resulting energy shock worsens. "If the Middle East crisis were to experience a new escalation, we should seriously consider the issue of a European response not dissimilar in the
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Siya Goyal chose to kill Ketan to not ‘bring disrespect to her family’: Co-accused Chetan reveals motive of Pune case
Police said Siya and Chetan wanted to “eliminate” Ketan before she and the businessman were scheduled to leave for Bali for a pre-wedding photoshoot. Hoodie In Heat, Phone Left Behind: How Pune Cops Cracked Pune Businessman Murder Case Siya Goyal did not want to walk away from her engagement with Ketan Agarwal and elope
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Why higher health cover is becoming the new normal for Indian families
Santosh Puri, Head – Retail Health & Travel Underwriting at Tata AIG General Insurance, and Amit Chhabra, Chief Business Officer at Policybazaar.com, said health insurance adoption in India is improving amid rising medical costs and growing awareness. Consumers are increasingly opting for higher sum insured plans and comprehensive coverage. While insurers are expanding into smaller
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HCLTech signs AI-focused deals with Nokia and renewable fuels firm Neste
HCLTech has announced two new partnerships aimed at expanding its AI-led business. The company will work with Nokia on AI-driven network automation for telecom operators and help Finland-based Neste improve efficiency through artificial intelligence and IT transformation. 3 Min Read HCL Technologies Ltd. on Wednesday, June 24, announced two strategic partnerships aimed at boosting its
Clarity
CLARITY Act News: Odds Crash to 48% as Senate Talks Break Down and Opposition Widens
The future of U.S. crypto regulation has entered a critical phase, and the highly anticipated CLARITY Act is now facing fresh roadblocks just as lawmakers race against the clock. In this update, we dive into the latest CLARITY Act News and what it means for the industry. According to journalist Eleanor Terrett, a coalition of
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Yearn.finance ($YFI) Price Prediction for 2026, 2027 – 2030: Is YFI A Good Investment For The Future?
Story Highlights The Live Price Of Yearn.finance Loading live price The Yearn.Finance (YFI) price has been forming a macro reversal pattern after being trapped in a multi-year falling trend. Several prediction models forecast the YFI price to retest its all-time high of around $26k by 2030. Yearn Finance (YFI) is a pioneering decentralised finance (DeFi)