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| Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
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Meloni launches Asian tour with stop in Oman
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has begun an official visit to Asia, with scheduled meetings in Oman, Japan and South Korea aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.
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Bank of Italy: Business confidence continues to recover, inflation expectations ease
Italian firms reported a further, gradual improvement in economic sentiment in late 2025, according to the Bank of Italy. Demand expectations strengthened, inflation expectations declined, and investment spending is expected to grow in 2026, despite continued weakness in construction.
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Valeria Fedeli dies at 76: former Education Minister and trade union leader
Valeria Fedeli, a prominent trade unionist and former Italian education minister under the Gentiloni government, has died at the age of 76.
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Referendum: Italy to decide on major judicial reform
On March 22-23, Italy will vote on separating judges’ and prosecutors’ careers, marking a historic shake-up for the judiciary.
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Italy’s Antitrust probes retail chains as food prices outpace inflation
Italy’s competition authority has launched an investigation into large retail chains after food prices rose nearly eight points more than overall inflation between 2021 and 2025.
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Fauner and forgotten Olympic legends spark Milan–Cortina 2026 controversy
Olympic gold medalist Silvio Fauner denounces the exclusion of former winter sports legends from the torch relay, triggering political and institutional backlash.
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Fincantieri builds four robotic ships for texan firm Ocean Infinity
The Italian shipyard will deliver multi-purpose robotic vessels for deep-sea operations, showcasing its cutting-edge expertise in maritime automation.
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From Agip to nuclear power: energy takes center stage in Italy’s 2026 stamps
The new stamp calendar celebrates historic companies, scientific excellence, and iconic architecture, from Enrico Fermi to the EUR district.
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Parmigiano Reggiano: one of the world’s top three cheeses
Alongside Graviera di Naxou (Greece) and Queijo de Azeitão (Portugal), Italy’s Parmigiano Reggiano secures a place among the world’s finest, prized for its flavor, texture, and artisanal tradition.
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Consumption in 2026: ethics and transparency drive buying choices
Consumers demand proof over slogans, favoring traceable products, functional benefits, and sustainable packaging as volatility loses its influence.
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Colosseum opens the House of the Griffins with live virtual tours
The newly restored Republican-era domus on the Palatine combines advanced conservation, 3D surveys, and real-time audiovisual access as part of the Caput Mundi recovery plan.
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Basketball: Trapani expelled from Serie A, league table rewritten
The Italian Basketball Federation has removed Trapani Shark after matches played with an insufficient roster, annulling results and reshaping the standings.
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Italian acoustic leader Slalom expands to San Francisco and Chicago
The sound-absorbing panel specialist strengthens its U.S. presence, betting on sustainable materials and local partnerships.
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Car crisis: boom in Italy’s used vehicle market
In 2025, secondhand car transactions rose by 2.1%, far outpacing new registrations, with sharp growth in hybrids and electric vehicles
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