Stories from Italy

A public figure was escorted from their home in Rome's Trionfale district by five security men, reportedly on their way to pray before a confidence vote in the Chamber of Deputies. A witness reported hearing shots fired near the corner of Via Stresa.

A statement indicated that the Italian Parliament no longer exercises almost any control over the national budget.

An Italian radio source reported that an incident, described as 'un colpo' (a hit or blow), occurred in addition to closures caused by a strike.

DNA was found on Chiara Poggi's fingernails, along with a bloody handprint, according to the source.

The Biennale, described as a large and prestigious art festival, is currently hosting demonstrators.

The South African Pavilion at the Biennale remained empty this time. This was due to the South African Ministry of Culture intervening and not wanting to show the work of South African artist Gabrielle Goliath in its intended form.

Carlo Messina mentioned a figure of 9.4 billion to shareholders for 2026.

The Igor Mitoraj Museum in Pietrasanta, Tuscany, is scheduled to open to visitors on April 6. The Mitoraj Museum Foundation announced the opening of this venue, which will be the world's first dedicated to the Polish composer.

The 'ente Giosstra' organization is arranging a festival from late September to early October in San Gemini, Italy. The event will feature a highly anticipated 'palio' on October 11th, contested between the Rione Rocca and Rione Piazza districts.