Stories from Rome · Italy

The Quirinale's preliminary budget shows an annual increase of 5 million euros. This increase is reported to only partially balance the reduction in the institution's real value caused by inflation. The total budget allocation is 235 million euros.

An Italian pilot program for 15,000 unemployed people has decoupled benefits from the basic minimum wage. Under the new system, monthly allowances have decreased from €1,295 to €565. The program is being implemented ahead of upcoming elections.

The media company responsible for publishing Vogue, GQ, and Wired has decided that Wired Italy will no longer be printed. The publication will transition to an exclusively online format. The announcement was reported by RTL 102.5.

The Constitutional Court has rejected the resignation of De Nicola, according to reports from Radio Radicale.

RAI reportedly informed journalist Ranuzzi that the broadcaster will not provide legal coverage if Minister Nordio pursues legal action regarding an investigation. The broadcaster's stance follows a phone call from Minister Nordio concerning a potentially explosive matter.

The opposition has announced plans to reintroduce a law in Parliament to ensure the retroactivity of contract renewals from their original expiration dates.

A popcorn bag designed to resemble the Hermès Birkin bag, dubbed the 'Butter Birkin', is available for purchase at 79 euros. This item is being marketed as a way to carry popcorn to the cinema.

An interrogation in the Italian chamber addressed the use of a refinanced fund following a budget law allocation of an additional 3 million euros.

The XII Social Affairs Commission of the Chamber of Deputies is currently examining a bill regarding family caregivers. The Ministry stated it is working to reduce bureaucratic practices and pursue excellence in research to support new treatments. The bill specifically addresses support for family caregivers. Current gaps exist in integrated home care and coverage in Southern Italy, according to the source. The source noted that individual care plans currently depend on available services rather than universal levels. The Regional Health Commission highlighted technical difficulties in implementing the August 22, 2022, decree. The commission identified critical issues regarding how regional and provincial data is being utilized. Proposed solutions include increased publicity of the initiative by the Ministry of Health, regional governments, and autonomous provinces.

Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi has died. The driver was 59 years old at the time of death. Estonian broadcaster reported the death of 59-year-old Aleks Zanardi, described as a versatile para-sports athlete and pilot.