The tribunal of Bologna questions Italian Government’s “Safe Countries” definition with the European Court of Justice (ECJ)
“Even Nazi Germany would have been considered a safe country”, the tribunal of Bologna stated in response to the Italian government’s definition of “safe countries”, approved on October 21 to expedite repatriation agreements with Albania. The tribunal considers the decree-law, which designates certain nations for migrant repatriation, to be inadequate. The Italian magistrates have asked the ECJ to clarify the appropriate criteria for defining a third country as “safe”.
Hacker confesses that Israelis offered him money
Italian hacker Nunzio Calamucci, who was arrested during the DDA’s investigation into suspected espionage, was recorded discussing a proposal with two people linked to Israeli intelligence. He indicated that they already gained €40,000 and were negotiating for a project worth €1 million. He also claimed that half of the data had been provided to the Vatican, while the other half was intended to combat the Wagner Group.
The hacking inspired the street artist Laika, who created a new artwork “Le vite degli altri” in Rome
The artwork of the street artist Laika, located near the National Cybersecurity Agency, in Piazza San Bernardo, Rome, displays a hacker listening and watching the whole of Italy. With “Le vite degli altri” Laika intended to express her concerns about the ongoing threats to democracy in Italy, criticizing the government for its inability to safeguard citizens’ security and privacy. She claimed that a group of entrepreneurs and former police officers can intrude into people’s lives, gather sensitive information, and sell it for profit.
Woman gave birth in a nightclub and killed the baby: she was arrested for murder
A flooded bathroom and a baby dead in the toilet. This was the scene found by the rescuers of Piove di Sacco, a small city in the Veneto region, in the North of Italy. A 29-year-old woman murdered her baby and then called the emergency number 118. According to investigators, the mother tried to get rid of her baby by flushing it and pushing it down. “Everyone in the town knew she was pregnant,” said the owner of the Club, “but she denied it and hid her belly”.
Italian General Confederation of Labour organized a strike on October 31
As the Italian Parliament began reviewing the 2025 Budget Law, CGIL planned a strike to protest the insufficient funding for education. In a press conference, they talked about their reasons, highlighting criticisms of several aspects of the government’s proposals, including pensions, taxation, healthcare, and education.
Fiscal inequity: 15% of taxpayers fund services for the majority
A new report by Italy’s Itinerari Previdenziali Observatory highlights significant disparities in tax distribution. Although the Irpef tax revenue grew by 25% from 2008 to 2022, welfare spending more than doubled. Just 15% of taxpayers, those earning over €35.000, pay 63% of Italian Irpef revenue. Meanwhile, 45% of Italians report no income, putting more pressure on fewer taxpayers and raising concerns about tax evasion in Italy. Link the report.
President Sergio Mattarella appoints Italy’s top 25 students as Alfieri del Lavoro in 2024
Every year, Italy’s best students, known as Alfieri del Lavoro, are awarded at the Quirinale. This award, instituted by the National Federation of the Knights of Labor, is given annually to 25 students who have graduated high school with top grades. This year they were selected among more than 3,400 candidates.
Italian Language Courses for 400 Libyans at Economic Forum in Tripoli
At the Italy-Libya Economic Forum in Tripoli, attended by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the non-profit Dante Alighieri Society announced a language training initiative for 400 Libyan students. This project, supported by the Italian Embassy, aims to enhance opportunities for Libyans to pursue university specializations in Italy. The initiative underscores Italy’s commitment to educational collaboration and cultural exchange with Mediterranean nations amid strengthening economic ties.
Labor Minister Marina Calderone stresses the importance of occupational health and safety at the Chamber of Deputies
During the meeting of the General States of Health and Safety at Work in the Italian Chamber of Deputies being held between October 29 and October 31, Labor Minister Marina Calderone emphasized that safeguarding health and safety in the workplace is a fundamental priority. She highlighted that ensuring safe working conditions is a collective duty that affects society as a whole, as every workplace injury impacts not just the individual but their families and colleagues as well.
All Italians out of the Paris Masters 1000
“My body is not ready to compete, and I am very sorry. I will see you here again next year,” declared the world tennis champion Jannik Sinner who had to withdraw due to a virus. This tough start soon turned to disappointment for Italy, as Cobolli also forfeited, and Darderi, Fognini, Sonego, Musetti, Berrettini and Arnaldi were all defeated in the first round.
