Italian politicians wake up to the new US President
Minister of Infrastructure Matteo Salvini is the first Italian politician to congratulate Donald Trump for his victory in the US presidential election: “What a historic day!”, he commented on Instagram.
”Italy and the United States are ‘sister’ nations, bound by an unbreakable alliance. It’s a strategic bond that I am certain we will now strengthen even further”, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni wrote on X.
Italia Viva leader Matteo Renzi congratulates Trump and hopes “this will be a wake-up call for Europe”.
Italian Judiciary revolts against its Vice-President
The Italian judiciary is in turmoil after an unannounced meeting between Fabio Pinelli, Vice-President of the High Council of the Judiciary, and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, where they discussed sanctions against politically biased judges. Fourteen councilors have demanded Pinelli report to the full council, but the request has been dismissed, with no formal explanation planned. Internal tensions over transparency and the Judiciary’s autonomy are rising.
Campania approves third term law, De Luca-Schlein clash in the Partito Democratico
Vincenzo De Luca has secured a major victory with the approval of a law allowing him to run for a third consecutive term as governor of Campania. The law was passed by the Campania Regional Council with a wide majority. However, the internal battle in his party, the Partito Democratico, is far from over. Party secretary Elly Schlein firmly rejected the idea of a third term for De Luca. Right-wing representatives argue that the law will likely be challenged by the government.
Ita Airways and Lufthansa at an impasse: price dispute delays final deal
Sudden block for the purchase deal of Ita Airways by Lufthansa after the German group asked for a price reduction. The Ministry of Economy rejected the request, linked to costs from recent investments made by the Italian airline in 2023. The negotiations have been going on for two years. Despite the impasse, both parties confirm their commitment to finalizing the deal. The deadline is November 11.
Meloni on Nuclear Fusion: a new era for global energy diplomacy
Giorgia Meloni’s vision for the future of energy includes nuclear fusion as a secure, clean, and limitless source of power. In a speech read by Deputy Alfredo Mantovano at the launch of the Global Fusion Energy Group, Meloni emphasized the potential of fusion to revolutionize energy production. “Fusion is the mechanism that powers stars and nature,” she said, urging nations to look beyond borders and foster cooperation through energy diplomacy. With fusion energy within reach, Meloni envisions a future where every country has its own “little star” producing sustainable energy.
Accused of helping mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro hide, teacher sentenced to 11 years
Laura Bonafede, teacher, was sentenced by the Palermo Preliminary Hearing Judge to 11 years and 4 months of prison for racketeering. She appeared to have strong ties to mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, who died last year. It was not just a simple relationship as she claimed in her interrogations, but she helped him hide and kept him in touch with his network. The 52-year-old woman, daughter of deceased mafia boss Leonardo Bonafede, rejects the accusations: “I’ve never been a part of Cosa Nostra”.
Italian teams face mixed fortunes on Champions League Night
All different results on Champions League night for three Italian football teams, Bologna, Juventus and Milan. Bologna tried to create many scoring opportunities, but lost against Monaco at the tail end of the match. 1-1 tie for Juventus against the Lille team: it’s a draw in the standings too, both teams have seven points.
Milan turned the tide, securing a decisive 3-1 victory against Real Madrid. Their last win was fifteen years ago.
Gianni Mura Sports Literature Award: Rapino, Fortunati, and Noah win
Writers Remo Rapino (Fubbàll), Patrizia Fortunati (Noi siamo la Belinda!), and former tennis player Yannick Noah (1983) are the winners of the third Gianni Mura Sports Literature Award, honoring books that best capture the spirit and stories of sports. The award ceremony, hosted by journalist Paolo Maggioni, will take place on November 9 in Turin during the Nitto ATP Finals.
Michelin Stars 2025: a new three-star restaurant
Giancarlo Perbellini, owner of Casa Perbellini 12 Apostoli in Verona, was moved to tears as his restaurant became Italy’s 14th three-star recipient in the 2025 Michelin Guide. The ceremony, though slow, highlighted just two new two-star winners and 33 one-star honorees. This marks the 70th edition of the guide, which began in 1956, initially covering just northern Italy before expanding nationwide.
Biennale Musica: Caterina Barbieri appointed new director
Caterina Barbieri is the new Artistic Director of Venice Biennale Musica for 2025-2026. Combining classical training and innovative technologies, Barbieri has an international career that explores sound as a bridge between the physical and the metaphysical. Her appointment aims to engage new, broader audiences, bringing unique sonic dialogues to the Biennale.
