Official visit for the Royal family of Spain: Rome then Naples
The Royals of Spain, Letizia and Felipe, landed in Rome after ten years since their last official visit. In the morning at the Quirinale with President Mattarella, lunch with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, in the evening they will return to the Quirinale. Thursday morning a visit to the Business Forum to inaugurate the Italy – Spain axis and in the next few days they will reach Naples.
Meloni named most powerful leader in Europe by Politico
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has been defined “the most powerful leader in Europe” by Politico.eu. The article highlights her growing political influence, particularly in managing European challenges such as immigration and relations with Brussels and her consolidation of a leadership role within the European right.
Child arrives alone by boat in Lampedusa
A ten-year-old girl from Sierra Leone arrived alone in Lampedusa on a small boat from Sfax, Tunisia. Rescued on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception by the NGO Trotamar III, she was brought ashore at dawn to the island’s commercial dock. Authorities have taken her into care and are working to establish details about her identity and circumstances.
Explosion in Calenzano: five confirmed dead after gas leak
Rescue teams faced challenges navigating extensive debris while investigating the incident’s cause. The death toll from the explosion in Calenzano, near Florence, has risen to five after rescue teams recovered the body of the last missing person. Believed to be caused by a gas leak, the blast destroyed a warehouse in a residential area.
Reached agreement between Stellantis and Transnova
It shows a concrete signal of responsibility from the group led by President John Elkann, to stop the collective dismissal for 249 workers and renewal of the supply contract for another twelve months by Stellantis. The agreement has been reached in the presence of the Minister for Business and Made in Italy Adolfo Urso, the confederal and trade unions and the representatives of the Regions.
Banks targeted for financial contributions in 2025 budget
The government has proposed measures targeting banks and insurance companies to generate funds for its 2025 budget. These measures include suspending tax deductions on deferred tax assets (DTAs) for two years and delaying the deduction of stock option-related expenses until actual payouts. Together, banks and insurers are expected to contribute approximately €5 billion over three years.
Bad news for Italian Automotive Industry
In September, less than 40% on the past year for the production of motor vehicles. According to Istat, in the first nine months of 2024 the loss is 27.9%. Deputy prime minister Antonio Tajani announced that they will find 1 billion to support the Auto Industry. He also announced the cut of the web tax for small businesses and the reduction of the premium Ires, a signal on the fiscal wedge for improving this important sector for the Italian economy.
Leonardo Caffo sentenced to four years for abuse and injuries
The philosopher has been sentenced to four years in prison by the Milan Court for mistreatment and injuries inflicted on his ex-partner. The case presented evidence of psychological and physical abuse during their relationship. Leonardo Caffo denied the allegations, claiming he was unfairly targeted, but the court upheld the prosecution’s account.
San Francesco: between Cimabue and Perugino
The exhibition, representing the collaboration between the Senate of the Republic and the National Gallery of Umbria, was inaugurated at the Senate Library in Palazzo della Minerva on December 10. Dedicated to the Saint Patron of Italy, the exhibition San Francesco: between Cimabue and Perugino is open until March 2: a combination of art and spirituality that celebrates the eighth centenary of the stigmatas and the beginning of the Jubilee year.
Showdown for Inter and Atalanta in Champions
First goal conceded for Inter in the Champions League, in the 90’ Mukiele’s net, makes Bayern Leverkusen take the lead. Atalanta loses at home against Real Madrid, but comes out with his head held high from the Gewiss stadium. Goals of Mbappe, Bellingham and Vinicius, but the Bergamaschi defend themselves with the goals of De Ketelaere and Lookman. On December 11, it’s the turn of Milan-Stella Rossa, Juventus-Manchester City and Benfica-Bologna.
