Stories from Italy

Protesters in Milan were accused of 'hijacking' a tragedy after pelting police with bricks.

Italian police have arrested two Pakistani nationals over the alleged killing of four individuals.

Italian scientists have identified an enzyme that can break down arterial plaques, which are composed of fibrin-lipid matrixes.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 struck Sicily, Italy, at 03:51:57 UTC on June 3, 2026. The epicenter was located at 14.81°E 38.83°N, with a depth of 266 km. The earthquake was recorded by geofon.gfz.de.

Researchers are concerned about microscopic fungi growing on the Iceman Ötzi.

Thousands of people marched in Pontedera, Italy, to protest the construction of a new military base. The protest occurred on June 2, 2026, the 80th anniversary of Italy's referendum.

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Two German hikers discovered a 5,000-year-old body preserved in the Austrian Alps in 1991. The body, named Ötzi, has been studied by research institutions since its discovery. Scientists are investigating the complex mix of microbes found within the body. This is the second such discovery in the Alps, following a previous find. Further details about the preservation of the body or its significance are pending. Archaeologists have discovered the remarkably preserved body of a hiker in the Alps, estimated to be 5,000 years old. Scientists are studying the remains to understand ancient life. Researchers are analyzing the remains to learn more about ancient human practices and environments. The remains are believed to be from the Neolithic period, offering insights into prehistoric life in the region.

Two Turin hospitals, San Giovanni Bosco and Regina Margherita, have been designated as reference centers for suspected Ebola cases. A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for El Paso, Texas, until 3:15 PM MDT.

The NGO Sea-Watch 5 reported that the Libyan coast guard fired on its rescue ship during a mission. The incident occurred while the ship was engaged in rescue operations. Sea-Watch has called for an investigation into the coast guard's actions. Sea-Watch has provided a quote detailing the event, but further independent verification is pending. The incident occurred during a maritime rescue operation in the Mediterranean Sea.