The tax evasion case closed against the Tech Media Giant
Zeta Italy News Milan prosecutors announced that Google has agreed to pay €326 million to settle a tax dispute covering the years 2015 to 2019. This payment includes sanctions, penalties, and interest. As a result, the prosecutors have requested the case against Google Ireland Ltd to be dismissed. This follows a previous settlement in 2017, where Google paid €306 million to resolve similar tax issues in Italy.
Mattarella: EU strengthens commitment against antisemitism
Italian President Sergio Mattarella met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog at the Quirinale Palace in Rome. During their meeting, President Mattarella emphasized the European Union’s renewed commitment to combating antisemitism. He stated the importance of collective efforts to address and prevent antisemitic sentiments and actions across Europe. The discussion focused on the shared responsibility of EU member states to promote tolerance and ensure the safety and dignity of Jewish communities.
Italian authorities reassure public amid seismic activity concerns
In response to recent seismic activity, Italian authorities, including the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) and Civil Protection, have reassured the public that there is no imminent danger. They emphasize that the situation does not indicate significant risk, urging citizens to stay calm and rely on official information channels.
Apartment on fire in Rome
An 89-year-old woman died in an apartment fire on Circonvallazione Gianicolense in Rome. Her daughter was found outside the building, suffering from severe smoke inhalation, and was hospitalized. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; the cause remains under investigation.
Producer charged after woman dies from listeria-contaminated sausage
The Perugia Public Prosecutor’s Office has requested the indictment of a producer from Arezzo province for manslaughter. The charge follows the death of a woman in her early sixties at Città di Castello hospital after consuming pork sausage contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. An expert report indicated that her death resulted from sepsis caused by the bacterium present in the sausage.
Eurozone weakness more persistent than expected
ECB (European Central Bank) Governing Council member Fabio Panetta warned that economic weakness in the eurozone is lasting longer than expected. Speaking at the Executive Committee of the Italian Banking Association (ABI), he highlighted that “new energy risks have emerged in recent weeks that we need to be careful about”.
Pro-Russian hackers target Italian bank and airport websites
For the third consecutive day, pro-Russian hacker group NoName057 has launched cyberattacks on websites, disrupting services of banks and airports. These attacks are reportedly in retaliation for Italian President Mattarella’s recent comments comparing Russia’s actions in Ukraine to Nazi Germany’s expansionism. While access to some sites was affected, no major operational disruptions have been reported.
Migrant center used as drug storage: 27 arrests
A reception center in Rome was discovered to be a storage hub for drugs trafficked from Albania. The operation, led by the Carabinieri of Rome’s Provincial Command, resulted in 27 arrests across Italy, Albania, and Spain. The center, previously part of the Protection System for Asylum Seekers and Refugees (SPRAR), served as a depot before the drugs were distributed. Some asylum seekers were allegedly recruited to assist in drug trafficking.
Ferrari SF-25 debuts at Fiorano
Drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton took turns behind the wheel during the shakedown session, witnessed by numerous enthusiastic fans. By unveiling its new SF-25 Formula 1 car, Ferrari showed updates, including a new ‘pull-rod’ front suspension and 99% new components. Ferrari aims to compete for both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships in the upcoming season.
Atalanta eliminated from Champions League
Football coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticized striker Ademola Lookman for missing a crucial penalty, stating he is “one of the worst penalty takers.” Atalanta faced a 3-1 defeat against Club Brugge in Bergamo, leading to their elimination from the Champions League with a 5-2 aggregate score. Captain Rafael Toloi received a red card during the match. Club Brugge advances to the last 16.
