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| Thursday, December 11, 2025 |
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Amazon to pay €723 million to settle tax dispute in Italy
The US e-commerce giant closes a prolonged investigation with payments from its parent and local subsidiaries.
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Maestro Chailly taken Ill at La Scala; performance halted and overnight observation
Conductor Riccardo Chailly was hospitalized after falling ill during a performance at La Scala. The opera was stopped after the second intermission, and the maestro spent the night under observation at the Monzino Cardiology Center. His condition is stable, and his treatment is being adjusted.
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Valditara backs stricter age limits for social media, citing Australia’s example
Italian Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara argues that raising the minimum age for social-media access is the right direction, echoing Australia’s move to ban platforms for under-16s. He considers 15 a reasonable threshold for Italy but stresses that legislation alone is insufficient. Schools and families, he says, must share responsibility for educating young people about online behavior.
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Athletics: Marcell Jacobs admits he has lost his “spark” and criticizes federation officials
The Italian sprinter opens up about doubts, disillusionment, and tense relations with FIDAL, prompting a response from President Stefano Mei.
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Tourism holds strong despite skyrocketing travel costs
With airfare spikes of up to +900% on key domestic routes, Italy still sees robust demand ahead of the Christmas season.
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Books: three out of four Italian publishers use artificial intelligence
AI tools are now widespread across the sector, from press materials to metadata, editing, illustrations, and new digital products.
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From Savigliano to Mestre, Italy’s best hospitals are in the provinces
The Agenas rankings highlight two provincial facilities leading all eight clinical areas, ahead of larger and better-known hospitals.
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Italy chases glory at the World Club Championship in Brazil
Scandicci debuts on the global stage, while reigning champions Imoco Conegliano aim to extend their dominance in São Paulo.
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A new immersive chamber in Genoa lets visitors hear and “touch” the Mameli Anthem
The Hymn Hall offers a multisensory, inclusive experience, combining music, visuals, and tactile interaction to engage all visitors.
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Leonardo and Bangladesh sign letter of intent for Eurofighter purchase
The Italian company takes a strategic step into Asia, with 12–16 jets expected to be produced at the Caselle facility.
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Small choices, big impact: how individual behavior shapes urban epidemics
A study by the Politecnico di Milano shows that even small pockets of people who ignore health recommendations can significantly accelerate the spread of an epidemic in large cities. Concentrated clusters of “non-compliant” individuals create local hotspots that are harder to contain. The findings highlight the importance of monitoring behavior and tailoring public-health strategies to specific urban environments.
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Italy’s “sleeping houses”: a vast but idle real-estate wealth
Italy counts about 8.5 million lightly used or completely unused homes, according to Federproprietà–Censis. This enormous stock, largely disconnected from utilities or simply left unrented, represents more than a quarter of privately owned dwellings. Many Italians believe bringing these properties back to the market could ease today’s rental pressures.
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Art Basel Miami Beach 2025: Luisa Rabbia draws inspiration from Pellizza da Volpedo
Her new triptych “The Network” reimagines The Fourth Estate as a powerful, female-led procession.
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“Ethical panettone” on the rise in Italy this Christmas
More Italians are opting for sustainable, animal-friendly treats without giving up tradition, boosting vegan sales by 6%.
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