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The Rome Court of Assizes has sentenced Mark Antony Samson to life imprisonment for the premeditated murder and concealment of the body of 22-year-old Albanian Ilaria Sula, which occurred in March 2025. Despite his confession, the court recognized aggravating circumstances. The victim's father expressed the family's pain, while Sapienza University showed solidarity. (54 words)
Read article →Mercedes-Benz has reduced its core profit forecast for 2026, now expecting a stable result of 5.8 billion euros instead of the initially estimated 15% growth. The decision, announced on Tuesday, is linked to difficult market conditions in China and increasing material costs, reflecting a structural crisis in the German automotive sector and causing a drop in the group's shares.
Read article →French student leaders have announced new protests for Monday, October 26, 2026, despite President Emmanuel Macron having promised “concrete and strong” measures. The government has proposed an investment plan of 5 billion euros, including the revision of the Parcoursup system and the increase in university places. The mobilization, extended to unions and Yellow Vests, puts pressure on the minority government and fuels economic concerns.
Read article →The computer systems of the Chamber of Deputies have been subjected to a hacker attack that affected the email inboxes of numerous parliamentarians, including Giorgia Meloni's, in her capacity as a deputy. Although the Chamber's technicians maintained control, the Rome Public Prosecutor's Office is preparing to open an investigation file for unauthorized access to a computer system, after receiving an initial report from the Postal Police.
Read article →The experts for the Bologna Public Prosecutor's Office have established that the crushing of Abderrahim Fakir's body was a contributing cause of his death, which occurred on July 19 in Pilastro. The report also indicates cocaine use and pre-existing heart problems, but the family's lawyer emphasizes that without the compression, the death would not have occurred. The Public Prosecutor's Office will evaluate the findings on Wednesday.
Read article →RTVE has launched “Raphael Inphinito”, an interactive digital special dedicated to the musical career of the celebrated Spanish artist Raphael. The project includes 731 recordings of 642 unique songs and leverages artificial intelligence to analyze lyrics, emotions, and musical genres, allowing users to create their own personalized “grand list” of songs.
Read article →Ahead of Chancellor John Healey's first Budget, BBC News has gathered testimonies from British citizens expressing concerns about the rising cost of living. Requests range from tax relief for single-parent families and youth support, to cuts in fuel excise duty and university loan reforms.
Read article →Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre had a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Nordic leaders discussed their recent conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, reiterating support for Ukraine and commitment to a just and lasting peace, according to Ukrainska Pravda.
Read article →The judicial hearing against Tirana mayor, Erion Veliaj, has been postponed due to the absence of the lawyers, who are maintaining their boycott against a new GJKKO regulation. Despite the lack of representation, including court-appointed lawyers, the court did not impose sanctions. Veliaj expressed his wish to be assisted only by his trusted defender, Plarent Ndreca. The next date is set for November 3.
Read article →German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has begun a tour in Asia to promote Europe as a pole of stability and investment opportunities amidst renewed great power rivalry. From Singapore, he underscored the importance of free trade and international cooperation, proposing a new trade agreement between the European Union and the Trans-Pacific Partnership to strengthen Europe's and Asia's global position.
Read article →Marine Le Pen launched her presidential campaign in Orléans, promising to «restore the rule of law» after the violence that followed protests over the cost of living. Considered the favorite in polls, the leader of the Rassemblement National seeks to capitalize on discontent, criticizing the Macron government amidst social unrest and economic challenges, as reported by France 24.
Read article →Recent unrest in Barcelona and Bilbao, with dozens of arrests (including minors), has generated a heated political debate in Spain. Parties accuse each other of responsibility for and management of the violence. The government condemns the acts, while the opposition calls for firmness. Local authorities express concern over youth involvement and damages, as reported by RTVE.
Read article →An SWG poll for Tg La7, published by `la Repubblica`, reveals a slight lead for the broad front over the center-right in voting intentions. The center-left coalition would reach 44.9%, surpassing the center-right bloc, which stands at 44.1%, by almost one percentage point. The data indicates Fratelli d'Italia as the leading party.
Read article →The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey, has announced a series of measures aimed at providing “breathing room” for families facing the cost of living. Among the main initiatives, BBC News reports, are cuts in duties on around one hundred food products and a freeze on fuel excise duty. These decisions precede Wednesday's budget and also include aid for caregivers.
Read article →President Sergio Mattarella, at the Assembly of the Italian Shipowners' Confederation, highlighted maritime rescue as a fundamental value. He then emphasized the geopolitical challenges to freedom of navigation, the importance of innovation and environmental safety for the maritime sector, and the crucial role of navigation as a vital infrastructure for the global economy.
Read article →Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha commented on reports about the alleged US encouragement of former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for the position of UN Secretary-General. As reported by Ukrainska Pravda, Sybiha ironically commented on the experience of “taking him for coffee” at a 2023 EU summit, when Orbán's absence allowed the start of Ukrainian accession negotiations.
Read article →The European Commission has given its approval to the action plan submitted by Temu to comply with the Union's Digital Services Act (DSA). The decision follows a €200 million fine imposed in May on the Chinese-owned online retailer for violations related to the sale of illegal and unsafe products. Temu has expressed appreciation for the Commission’s constructive engagement.
Read article →Recent protests in Albania have had a primarily psychological impact on the banking system, without causing service interruptions, according to expert Elvin Meka. Although the unrest caused material damage to 38 bank branches and 42 ATMs in Tirana, the repair costs are considered absorbable by the banks, which have kept operations running.
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