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Pope Francis, 88, hospitalized in Rome with bronchitis, advised for absolute rest by the Vatican.

Pope Francis has been hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for bronchitis treatment following worsening respiratory infection.

Pope Francis is admitted to a hospital in Rome due to bronchitis, experiencing respiratory issues for over a week.

Greece prepares to protest Italy over the sale of Piaggio Aerospace to Turkish defense industry company Baykar, citing concerns over security.

Italy retrieves over forty migrants sent to a reception center in Albania following a legal setback for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

A 600-year-old miniature gold lock, believed to be a unique piece in Europe, discovered in Germany's Westphalia region.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni revealed on Instagram that she is being investigated for embezzlement and complicity in a crime related to the release of a Libyan agent.

Italy restarts transferring irregular migrants to Albania, sparking debate. Recent reports reveal Italy sending a new group of migrants to facilities in Albania.

Stolen Dacian helmet and bracelets from Drents Museum in Assen illegally taken out of Romania.

The sudden release of Libyan general and alleged torturer Osama Najim from an Italian prison has caused outrage at the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

Italians express outrage over a board game depicting violence of the Sicilian mafia, sparking controversy.

Pope Francis appoints a woman, Raffaella Petrini, as the new governor of Vatican City, marking a historic moment.

Italy's national debt has reached a record high of over €3 trillion, making it one of the highest in the world.

Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar met in Rome to discuss the ceasefire in Gaza and the potential for a new era of peace in the Middle East.

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.

Italian top general Mario Buscemi leaves all his money to striptease dancers after his death, shocking his heirs.

Former President Donald Trump hosted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. The two leaders watched a documentary together and had dinner during the visit.

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.

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.

The Catholic Holy Year has officially begun with the traditional opening of the holy door of St. Peter's Basilica by Pope Francis.

The city of Rome is facing challenges in preparing for the Roman Catholic Jubilee Year in 2025, despite the Vatican being ready for the event.

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

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.

Pope Francis, the 88-year-old church leader, is set to release his autobiography revealing stories never told before, including a thwarted assassination attempt during his visit to Iraq in 2021.

An activist group in Rome has taken drastic measures against the tourism influx by sabotaging Airbnb key safes across the city.

An 11-year-old girl has been identified as the sole survivor of a sunken migrant boat off Lampedusa, Italy. The girl, believed to be from Sierra Leone, was rescued by rescue workers and brought to safety on the Italian island.

A rare Roman coin depicting Brutus, one of the assassins of Julius Caesar, has been sold for almost 2 million euros at an auction in Geneva. The coin, believed to be minted around 43 BC, was purchased by a European collector.

Italian police have arrested twelve neo-Nazis who were planning an attack on Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The group had close ties with extremists and terrorists.

The sudden disappearance of 42-year-old farmer Antonio Strangio has raised concerns among Italian authorities as his burned-out car was found in Calabria, Italy.