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Mount Etna Eruption Halts Flights at Catania Airport
Worldtelextvn24die-presse+7delfi-ltdeloindex-hraktuality-skhotnewsjerusalem-postzdg-md6d ago10 sources

Mount Etna Eruption Halts Flights at Catania Airport

Mount Etna has erupted, spewing ash and lava, leading to the suspension of all incoming flights at Sicily's Catania airport and disrupting air traffic in the region.

Palermo Prosecutor Warns Mafia Seeking Military Drones
WorldhotnewsANSA20d ago2 sources

Palermo Prosecutor Warns Mafia Seeking Military Drones

The chief prosecutor of Palermo has issued a warning that the mafia is attempting to acquire military-grade drones, similar to those used in the Ukraine war. This development raises concerns about the evolving capabilities of organized crime.

Worldtunisia-live2mo ago

Palermo Hosts 68th MedCruise General Assembly

Palermo is hosting the 68th MedCruise General Assembly, bringing together representatives from numerous countries including Italy, Greece, Spain, France, and many others, to discuss cruise industry matters.

Opinion Piece: 'Palermo is Not for Rent'
Culturedh-les-sports2mo ago

Opinion Piece: 'Palermo is Not for Rent'

A column by Zhen-Zhen Zveny titled 'Palermo is not for rent' asserts that the city belongs to everyone, suggesting a commentary on urban ownership or public space.

Palermo Collective 'Lero Lero' Revives Historic Sicilian Rhymes and Songs
CultureThe Guardian3mo ago

Palermo Collective 'Lero Lero' Revives Historic Sicilian Rhymes and Songs

A Palermo collective named 'Lero Lero' has delved into historic archives to unearth surreal rhymes and surprising songs, challenging the romanticized or patronized image of Italy's south. Their work aims to recover Sicily's cultural soul through carters’ cries, lullabies, and tales of crocodiles.

Palermo Monastery Known for Best Cannoli
Cultureindex-hr3mo ago

Palermo Monastery Known for Best Cannoli

A monastery in Palermo is highlighted as the place to find the best cannoli, a famous Sicilian dessert believed to have originated in the region during the 9th century under Arab rule.

Illusionist Dante Pecolli Prepares New Solo Show
Culturelsm-lv3mo ago

Illusionist Dante Pecolli Prepares New Solo Show

Illusionist Dante Pecolli is developing a new solo show titled 'Magic and Music,' featuring collaboration with Italian accordionist Palermo. The performance promises to include tricks that evoke strong emotions.

Dua Lipa to marry in September in Sicily
Cultureklix-ba3mo ago

Dua Lipa to marry in September in Sicily

British-Albanian singer Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner are reportedly set to marry this September in Palermo, Sicily, with a two-day celebration attended by numerous celebrities.

Palermo Municipality Fined for Uncontrolled Nightlife Noise
Worldil-sole-24-ore4mo ago

Palermo Municipality Fined for Uncontrolled Nightlife Noise

The municipality of Palermo has been ordered to pay €58,450, plus legal costs, after being sued in 2020 by property owners for failing to control noise and crowds from uncontrolled nightlife. The court ruled that the city did not adequately contain the effects of the 'movida'.

Sicilian port company put into administration over 'mafia links'
PoliticsANSA5mo ago

Sicilian port company put into administration over 'mafia links'

(ANSA) - CATANIA, MAR 5 - A Catania court on Thursday ordered that a Sicilian port company, 'Europa Servizi Terminalistici (EST) srl', be put into administration for allegedly "favouring the activities of individuals belonging to, or associated with, mafia groups". The order said the company, which is involved in the storage, shipping, and handling of containers and goods in the ports of Catania, Palermo, Augusta, Trapani, and Termini Imerese, was "became part of a stable facilitation mechani...

Govt will challenge Sea-Watch rulings says Piantedosi
PoliticsANSA5mo ago

Govt will challenge Sea-Watch rulings says Piantedosi

(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 20 - Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi said Friday that the government would challenge two recent rulings against it and in favour of the German Sea-Watch migrant-rescue NGO. This week a court in Catania ordered the release of the NGO's Sea-Watch 5 migrant-rescue ship after the Italian authorities temporarily impounded it for allegedly breaching the rules for such operations, while judges in Palermo ordered the Italian State to pay 76,000 euros in compensation to it for illegally detaining another of its ships, the Sea Watch 3, in 2019. On Wednesday Premier Giorgia Meloni expressed indignation about the latter decision, saying it was an example of how elements within the judiciary are seeking to thwart the government's efforts to halt illegal immigration. "Up until now we have challenged these types of rulings, using the three-level judicial system (in Italy), and we will continue to do so," Piantedosi said at the opening of a new police office at Rome's central Termini train station. "We have challenged them whenever possible, so we will do the same in this case as well". (ANSA). Read article...

Woman Stabbed in Palermo
WorldANSA6mo ago

Woman Stabbed in Palermo

A 56-year-old woman was stabbed in the shoulder by a man in the center of Palermo, prompting a police investigation.

Italian Judges Block Accelerated EU Asylum Procedures
Worldla-repubblica6d ago

Italian Judges Block Accelerated EU Asylum Procedures

Three rulings by the Palermo court have annulled the summary examination of asylum requests for three Egyptian migrants, stating that coming from a "safe country" is not sufficient and a case-by-case evaluation is necessary.

Italian Police Seize Thousands of Motorbikes Sold as E-Bikes
Businessil-sole-24-ore18d ago

Italian Police Seize Thousands of Motorbikes Sold as E-Bikes

Italian financial police have seized thousands of motorbikes that were illegally sold as electric bicycles across Italy, with an entrepreneur from Palermo under investigation. Authorities estimate that at least 6,885 vehicles, valued at approximately 5 million euros, have been imported since 2023.

Meloni Vows State Action Against Palermo Mobsters
WorldANSA1mo ago

Meloni Vows State Action Against Palermo Mobsters

Premier Giorgia Meloni declared that the State would strike back against mobsters attempting to terrorize Palermo, following police arrests and a public order committee meeting in the Sicilian capital.

Dua Lipa Holds Wedding in Sicily Amid Protests
Cultureindex-hrdeadlinevijesti-me2mo ago3 sources

Dua Lipa Holds Wedding in Sicily Amid Protests

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner reportedly held their wedding in Sicily, with reports suggesting Lipa paid compensation to Palermo residents following protests. The event coincided with the Taormina Film Festival, attracting Hollywood figures.

Dua Lipa's Sicilian Wedding Sparks Protests and Generosity in Palermo
Culturefazorfdelfi-lt+11index-hrn1-serbia24urjutarnji-listla-vanguardiacyprus-mailiefimeridairish-independent+3 more2mo ago14 sources

Dua Lipa's Sicilian Wedding Sparks Protests and Generosity in Palermo

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner celebrated their lavish wedding in Palermo, Sicily, with Elton John performing, but the three-day event drew protests from residents, leading Lipa to reportedly compensate them for the disruption. Meanwhile, separate articles covered the Zagreb Pride parade, which proceeded without incident despite a counter-protest.

Dua Lipa Wedding Celebration in Palermo Sparks Local Protests
CultureThe Guardianfazdie-presse+7index-hr24urjutarnji-listiefimeridaklix-baANSAnewsbeast2mo ago10 sources

Dua Lipa Wedding Celebration in Palermo Sparks Local Protests

Dua Lipa's wedding celebration in Palermo, Sicily, has angered local residents who protested the closure of public spaces for the event. Protesters held signs stating, "Our square is not your living room," expressing their frustration with the disruption.

Dua Lipa's Wedding Celebration Sparks Palermo Discontent
Cultureindex-hr24ur2mo ago2 sources

Dua Lipa's Wedding Celebration Sparks Palermo Discontent

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are reportedly moving their wedding celebration to Italy, specifically Palermo, where residents have expressed dissatisfaction. Locals are reportedly unhappy about the event and have suggested she hold a free concert instead.

Palermo Mafia Hunters Seize Assets of Messina Denaro
Worldnzz2mo ago

Palermo Mafia Hunters Seize Assets of Messina Denaro

Nearly three years after the death of Italy's most wanted mafia boss, Messina Denaro, investigators in Sicily have confiscated assets worth over 200 million euros, with traces of the mafia network also leading to Switzerland.

Palermo Emerges as a Hub for Digital Nomads
Businessla-repubblica2mo ago

Palermo Emerges as a Hub for Digital Nomads

Palermo, the capital of Sicily, is attracting digital nomads from around the world and now consumes more gigabytes than Milan, indicating its growing popularity as a remote work destination.

Dua Lipa, Callum Turner Rumored to Marry in Palermo
CultureThe Guardianobservador3mo ago2 sources

Dua Lipa, Callum Turner Rumored to Marry in Palermo

Rumors are circulating that pop star Dua Lipa and actor Callum Turner may get married in Palermo this summer. The city of Palermo has expressed honor at the prospect of hosting their potential wedding.

FinanceFT4mo ago

ECB Warns Monte dei Paschi Amid CEO Succession Dispute

The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued a warning to the Italian bank Monte dei Paschi regarding its chief executive succession battle, indicating that the board's proposed new leader, Fabrizio Palermo, may not receive regulatory approval.

Meloni Chairs Public Order Panel in Palermo After Threats
PoliticsANSA1mo ago

Meloni Chairs Public Order Panel in Palermo After Threats

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni chaired a public order panel in Palermo, stating that those who attempt to terrorize the city will face the full force of the state. Her visit follows recent threats and aims to reinforce state presence against organized crime.

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's Palermo Wedding Sparks Local Outcry
Culturehelsingin-sanomatnosberlingske+17telextvn24vgde-volkskrantdigi24index-hrpolitikenobservador+9 more2mo ago20 sources

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's Palermo Wedding Sparks Local Outcry

Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's three-day wedding celebration in Palermo has drawn criticism from local residents over street closures and public space use, with Italian media also reporting on UK tabloids' controversial portrayal of Bagheria as a 'mafia den'. The lavish event, which includes parts of the Sicilian city being closed off, has caused frustration among locals.

Italian Student Dies Suddenly in Portugal
Worldobservador2mo ago

Italian Student Dies Suddenly in Portugal

A 20-year-old Italian student from Palermo, Sofia Barillà, has died suddenly in Portugal while studying in Caldas da Rainha; an autopsy has been requested to determine the cause of death.

Italy Seizes Over €200 Million in Assets from Deceased Mafia Boss
PoliticsBBCAl Jazeerafaz+24aftonbladetle-figarosvenska-dagbladetder-standardtelextvn24el-mundodelfi-lt+16 more2mo ago27 sources

Italy Seizes Over €200 Million in Assets from Deceased Mafia Boss

Italian authorities have seized over €200 million in assets, including villas, cars, and cash, linked to the deceased Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro. The operation also uncovered a money-laundering ring connected to the crime syndicate.

Italian Cities Consider Tax and Fine Write-Offs
Politicsil-sole-24-ore2mo ago

Italian Cities Consider Tax and Fine Write-Offs

Several Italian cities, including Turin, Palermo, Genoa, Rome, Naples, and Bari, are moving towards allowing write-offs for Imu, Tari, and fines, while others like Milan, Bologna, and Florence have rejected the measure, navigating national and local regulations.

International Meeting in Palermo on Organized Crime
Worldbalkan-web2mo ago

International Meeting in Palermo on Organized Crime

Klodjan Braho, head of Albania's Special Prosecution Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK), participated in an international meeting in Palermo, Italy, focusing on international legal cooperation and the fight against organized crime.

Albanian MP Alleges Police-Crime Cooperation in Saranda
Culturebalkan-web2mo ago

Albanian MP Alleges Police-Crime Cooperation in Saranda

PD MP Ina Zhupa raised an alarm in Parliament regarding security and order in Saranda, comparing the city to Palermo. She alleged that the police director is cooperating with criminals, specifically referencing a case of illegal construction, and stated that the head of the Inspectorate is unaccounted for.

Dua Lipa Reportedly Planning Three-Day Wedding in Palermo
Culturejutarnji-list3mo ago

Dua Lipa Reportedly Planning Three-Day Wedding in Palermo

Singer Dua Lipa and her fiancé, actor Callum Turner, are reportedly planning a lavish three-day wedding in Palermo, Italy. The couple, who confirmed their engagement last June, is expected to tie the knot in September, according to Giornale di Sicilia.

Sicilian port company put into administration over 'mafia links'
WorldANSA5mo ago

Sicilian port company put into administration over 'mafia links'

(ANSA) - CATANIA, MAR 5 - A Catania court on Thursday ordered that a Sicilian port company, 'Europa Servizi Terminalistici (EST) srl', be put into administration for allegedly "favouring the activities of individuals belonging to, or associated with, mafia groups". The order said the company, which is involved in the storage, shipping, and handling of containers and goods in the ports of Catania, Palermo, Augusta, Trapani, and Termini Imerese, was "became part of a stable facilitation mechani...

Forging robust China-South America ties takes more than just trade
WorldSCMP6mo ago

Forging robust China-South America ties takes more than just trade

A few weeks ago, while travelling in Buenos Aires, I learned a new word: chino. I already knew its literal meaning – even a poor linguist like me could manage that – but in Argentina the word has taken on a second life. A chino is the neighbourhood mini-market run by Chinese migrants, most of whom are from Fujian or Guangdong province. Known for staying open late, these shops have become a fixture of urban life. One afternoon, as an Argentine friend showed me around his neighbourhood in Palermo,...