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Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been released after being detained in Iran's capital, Tehran.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been released after nearly three weeks in an Iranian prison. She is now on her way back to Italy.

Antonio Torchia, the mayor of Belcastro in Italy, has announced a ban on falling severely ill in the village, where most residents are over 65 years old. This unusual measure aims to draw attention to the challenges faced by the local healthcare system.

A small plane crashed near the coast of Perth, Australia, killing two tourists from Switzerland and Denmark along with the pilot.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Northern Cyprus to discuss recent developments and bilateral issues, including a potential informal meeting involving the leaders of both sides.

The mayor of Belcastro, a village in southern Italy, has prohibited being sick in his municipality to draw attention to a major problem in the region.

Pro-Russian nationalists in Austria have been given the green light by the head of state to form a new government after the sudden resignation of the conservative government leader caused a political crisis in the Alpine country.

US President Joe Biden made a blunder by confusing the date of his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden claimed he has known Putin for 47 years, which is not accurate.

A 23-year-old Dutch skier tragically lost his life in a skiing accident on the Stubaier Glacier in the west of Austria near Innsbruck in Tyrol.

Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's coalition talks with the liberal party NEOS have collapsed, leading to his resignation. The far-right FPÖ, led by Herbert Kickl, may now have the opportunity to form a new government.

Italian coffee prices are on the rise due to various factors, leaving coffee enthusiasts concerned about the future costs of their favorite cup of espresso.

A record number of migrants arrived at the Canary Islands in 2024, with notable numbers coming from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Spain has become a key entry point to Europe alongside Italy.

A new smoking ban has been introduced in Milan, Italy, with fines ranging from 40 to 240 euros for those who do not comply with the ban.

Recent news reveals that Russia has officially halted natural gas shipments to Europe through Ukraine, sparking fears of an energy crisis in the continent. The situation has put Turkey in focus as a key route for gas flow.

Bulgaria and Romania have officially become part of the Schengen area, allowing visa-free travel, following a decision by the EU Council. This decision, ratified on December 12, 2024, marks an important milestone for the two countries.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been detained in Iran since December 19, possibly as a bargaining chip for an Iranian man arrested in Milan. The situation highlights the delicate balance Italy faces between the US and Iran.

A Swiss International Air Lines passenger plane traveling from Romania to Switzerland made an emergency landing in Austria due to an engine problem, resulting in the death of a flight attendant.

A crew member of Swiss airline has passed away a week after an emergency landing in the Austrian city of Graz. The airline expresses deep shock over the loss of the young male staff member.

In Italy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the websites of two airports, among other official institutions, were targeted by pro-Russian hackers.

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala (29) has been detained in Evin prison in the Iranian capital Tehran for over a week. Rome demands her release as the reasons for her arrest remain unclear.

A 14-year-old skier tragically lost his life in a skiing accident in France when he and six others were caught in an avalanche while skiing off-piste.

Italian deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini has been acquitted of charges after refusing a rescue boat carrying 147 migrants to enter Italian territory.

The European Commission is assisting Mayotte and African countries like Mozambique affected by cyclone Chido. Belgium, Germany, Italy, and Sweden have offered tents and other goods at the request of France.

An Austrian couple is facing legal consequences for an unusual case of pension fraud involving multiple marriages and divorces.

Italian Vice Premier Matteo Salvini is facing the threat of jail time for refusing to allow boat migrants to disembark, with accusations of kidnapping and deprivation of freedom.

Speleologist Ottavia Piana, aged 32, was rescued last night around 3:00 am from a cave in Bergamo, Italy, where she had been trapped at a depth of 600 meters since Saturday after a fall. The woman suffered injuries to her spine, ribs, knee, and face.

Niels Troost, a Dutch trader, has been included in the EU sanctions list for allegedly trading Russian oil above the price limit after its introduction.

Italian speleologist Ottavia Piana is trapped in the Abisso Bueno Fonteno cave at a depth of 600 meters for the second time in a year, leading to a complex rescue operation in Bergamo, Italy.

Monte Napoleone in Milan has surpassed Fifth Avenue in New York City as the world's most expensive shopping street, with a rental price of 20,000 euros per square meter.

Italy has significantly raised fines for a range of traffic offences, aiming to tackle the high number of traffic fatalities in the country.