Institutions remember the 335 victims of the massacre
Zeta Italy News President Mattarella went to the Mausoleum of the Fosse Ardeatine in Rome to participate in the commemorative ceremony for the eighty-first anniversary of the massacre. He laid a laurel to pay tribute to the 335 victims, accompanied by the Minister of Defense, Guido Crosetto. During the event, the names of the martyrs were read. A commemorative banner in their honor is exposed on the steps of the Capitoline Hill.
Fire in a juvenile detention center in Milan
The flames were reportedly caused by the burning of some mattresses on the second floor of Beccaria prison. The situation in the juvenile detention center in Milan is said to be under control. Five people were affected by smoke inhalation: two inmates, two prison officers, and a doctor. Their conditions are being assessed on site, but none are believed to be in serious condition. Another fire was set in the same detention center on March 13.
Murder in Anzio: shot a 37-year-old man
Initial reports suggest he had drug-related criminal records. A man was shot and killed in Anzio, near Rome. The victim, a 37-year-old from Modugno, was struck by a gunshot to the chest. Police have launched an investigation to uncover the circumstances of the crime.
Three doctors accused of involuntary manslaughter for a dead after liposuction
An autopsy on the body of Simonetta Kalfus revealed that the cause of her death was severe sepsis. She died on March 18 in a hospital in Rome after undergoing liposuction surgery on March 6. Three doctors are under investigation for involuntary manslaughter. According to experts, the woman underwent multiple surgeries. Investigators are checking if the site conditions met regulations.
Man sleeping in the garbage is saved
In Pescara, a man found asleep in a waste bin was dumped into a compactor. An operator spotted his shadow on the surveillance cameras and alerted the foreman, who immediately stopped the compactor, saving the man. The latter tried to escape from the garbage truck by jumping off the vehicle. He was taken to the hospital, but his condition is not a cause for concern.
Crosetto rejects Conte’s accusations of defamation
Defense minister sustains his criticism of the “one equals one” approach, arguing it weakened institutions. Responding to Giuseppe Conte’s accusations of defamation, Crosetto insists it’s his opinion, not an insult. He clarifies he referred to the earlier “grillino” phase, which he claims Conte himself has dismantled.
Musetti set to face Djokovic
The 23-year-old Italian, ranked 16th, defeated Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6, 6-2, 6-3. Lorenzo Musetti reached the Miami Open last 16, where he will face world No. 5 Novak Djokovic. Next Italian on the court is Matteo Berrettini, who will take on Belgium’s Zizou Bergs, aiming for a spot in the round of 16.
Italy’s comeback falls short against Germany
Spalletti’s men showed resilience, but defensive lapses—like Musiala’s shocking goal from a corner-proved costly. The Italian football team fought back from a disastrous first half, overturning a 3-0 deficit to draw 3-3 with Germany. With World Cup qualifiers ahead, Italy must improve to avoid further setbacks.
FAI Spring Days: 400,000 visitors celebrate Italy’s cultural heritage
Despite bad weather in parts of Italy, over 400,000 people joined the 33rd FAI Spring Days on March 22-23. Marking the 50th anniversary of the Italian Environmental Fund, the event opened 750 cultural and natural sites across 400 locations. This year the event coincides with the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the FAI.
European Artisanal Gelato Day celebrates with an Italian recipe
The flavor of the 2025 edition year is “Hallelujah”, a symbolic tribute to the Jubilee. The recipe, created by Vincenzo Squatrito, is made with toasted hazelnuts and pure chocolate variegation. It will be available in all participating gelato shops. The European Artisanal Gelato Day, on March 24, is the only date officially recognized by the European Parliament and devoted to a food product.
