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| Thursday, February 19, 2026 |
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Italy’s olive groves declines as global production hits record high
National olive cultivation drops 7.1% over the last decade, while Italy’s share of world olive oil production falls to 6.3% despite record global output.
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Milan-Cortina 2026 becomes Italy’s most-watched Winter Olympics
Over two-thirds of Italians tuned in, with total viewing hours surpassing the combined broadcasts of the last three Winter Games.
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Enel is Italy’s most profitable brand, ahead of Gucci
A 17% surge lifts Enel to $18 billion in brand value, topping the Kantar BrandZ ranking as Italy’s leading brands reach a combined $129 billion.
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EU approves Russian gas and oil ban
From 2022 to 2026, €219 billion in gas and oil flowed from Russia to the EU, with Italy receiving €20 billion.
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Ramadan begins, a month of fasting also observed by 2.2 million muslims in Italy
According to a survey conducted by the Center for Studies on New Religions there are 2,205,000 Muslims in Italy, making Islam the country’s second-largest religion after Christianity
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Di Nucci cheese factory is among the top 100 cheese manufacturers in the world.
Founded in 1662 in Agnone, the factory is celebrated for its artisanal heritage, iconic local cheeses, and recognition by TasteAtlas as a symbol of excellence in Made in Italy agri-food.
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Milan-Cortina 2026: Rai Sport Director Paolo Petrecca resigns amid controversy
The resignation follows errors during the Olympic Opening Ceremony commentary
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Duran Duran live at the Royal Palace of Caserta this summer
On July 9th, the legendary British band will perform decades of hits in the historic Vanvitellian palace, blending music, style, and spectacle in an unforgettable night.
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The Sanremo effect goes global: Italy’s most beloved songs abroad
From classics like Bocelli and Modugno to modern hits by Maneskin and Mahmood, Italian music shapes language learning and cultural appreciation worldwide.
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Bologna Children’s Book Fair brings stories to the United Nations
Exhibition showcases 173 illustrated books, including 30 Italian titles, promoting sustainability and the UN’s 2030 Agenda for children worldwide.
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Terna tops global sustainability rankings for 2026
The Italian energy giant earns “Top 1%” in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook, leading over 9,200 companies worldwide and reinforcing its commitment to Net Zero by 2050.
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Autism on TikTok: new study finds most content is accurate
Research from the University of Trento shows that around 70% of Italian TikTok videos on autism provide correct information, challenging widespread myths and misinformation.
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Fiber To The Home: as gdp grows, so does employment
According to Marco Vulpiani, Senior Partner and Head of Deloitte Economics, FTTH fiber “has proven to be a driver of inclusion, productivity, and regional development
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Paid digital content spending reaches €4 billion
The spending mix has also changed: while five or six years ago gaming was the top expenditure category, video content has now overtaken it
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Cell therapies: major breakthrough by a university spin-off
This therapy works by “re-educating” specific immune cells in the laboratory so that, once reintroduced into the body, they promote the regeneration of spinal cord injuries
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