Stories from Milan · Italy

From May 15 to June 30, Italian courts will only handle priority activities, such as precautionary measures, due to staff shortages. The Milan stock exchange closed positively, up 0.26%. A portion of hearings and trials will be postponed due to a lack of personnel and assistants. This situation stems from a failure to address budget issues, impacting social spending. This situation is impacting the judicial system's ability to handle all cases promptly. The court is implementing measures to address the backlog and ensure timely justice. Researchers in Italy are experiencing precarious employment conditions, often with temporary contracts. One researcher, who began their career in 2012, is still on a fixed-term contract and hopes for stabilization this year. This situation is common for productive individuals in research fields.

An attacker injured a 14-year-old boy in Milan, who is now in serious condition. The attacker had stayed hidden in a simpler room at the hotel. Authorities responded to the incident.

A Greek 'ouzeri' has been launched as a pop-up concept in Milan's Galleria d'Arte. The location is central and highly visited, especially during Design Week. The food was a key element of the concept.

Italian influencer ClioMakeUp was robbed of her bag, containing all her belongings, while dining at a restaurant in Milan. She expressed being in shock following the incident. The details of the robbery, including what was stolen and the circumstances, have not been fully disclosed. The incident occurred during a meal in the city.

A drastic change in the characteristics of a dwelling during renovation, such as removing a load-bearing wall, may lead to issues with the allocation of condominium fees based on 'millesimi' (thousandths). A technician should be consulted to clarify these matters, especially if the entire facade and thermal insulation have been redone. An administrator is involved in the situation, and a resident installed an air conditioner in 2018, potentially related to the ongoing issues.

A play has been developed that uses a workplace safety incident as its starting point. The production aims to highlight women's rights and ensure others do not face similar conditions. The story was rediscovered and transformed into a performance.

A radio show featured a segment discussing products based on radioactivity. These products were sold in the 1920s. The show also included invented characters, two impromptu salespeople, who promoted these products. The broadcast aimed to lighten the story with humor and irony.

A new innovative paint that glows in the dark is fascinating young girls. However, this paint, which is deposited on clothing, hides a real danger. The paint has unique and particular characteristics.

A passenger reported being forced to pay 64 euros for a carry-on bag on Radio 24. The airline stated that hand luggage in the cabin was sold out, effectively requiring the passenger to pay the fee. The passenger expressed surprise, stating this had never happened before despite frequent flying.

A ruling by the Court of Cassation in Italy casts doubt on the validity of certain clauses in insurance contracts. The association of Italian car repairers, Feder Carrozzieri, has been campaigning against this practice for years. The case originated from a lawsuit against an insurance company that imposed specific terms on its clients. The Milan Tribune initially found the clause void for being abusive, but the Milan Court of Appeals overturned this decision. The Cassation Court's decision requires the case to be re-examined. This decision could lead to a re-evaluation of insurance policies and potential savings for policyholders who previously found themselves paying the full deductible amount after a claim.