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Roberto Roscioli of Forza Italia and the centre-right has won the mayoral by-election in Reggio Calabria, leading with around 53% of the vote as counting progressed. Governor Roberto Occhiuto celebrated the result, while senator and general Roberto Vannacci failed in his bid to shake up the centre-right with his Futuro Nazionale list. Turnout collapsed to 22.34%, underlining voter disillusionment in the city.
- 2Italian farmers join Europe's protest wave over rising costsโITALY JOINS THE PROTEST WAVE Thousands of Italian farmers have taken to the streets as anger over soaring fuel and produ
Thousands of Italian farmers have taken to the streets in protest over soaring fuel and production costs, joining a broader wave of farmer unrest spreading across Europe. Demonstrators have driven tractors into city streets, poured fresh milk onto roads, and in Calabria blocked fuel deliveries. The protests reflect growing frustration with rising input costs and pressure on agricultural incomes across the continent.
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A 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Southern Tyrrhenian Sea off the Aeolian Islands in Sicily. Italian media, including Corriere della Calabria, report the sea area 'trembled' and are monitoring for aftershocks. Searches for the Aeolian Islands are surging as residents of Sicily and southern Calabria check for damage and updates on seismic activity in the volcanic archipelago.
- 4Farmer protest blocks A2 exit at Pizzo, CalabriaโTension in Pizzo (Vibo Valentia), A2 exit: a farmer lies down in tears on the asphalt, attempts to break through the pol
Farmers blocked the A2 motorway exit at Pizzo in the Vibo Valentia area of Calabria, with one farmer lying on the asphalt in tears as police held a barricade. The protest targets high diesel prices and rising production costs, and organisers are calling for a wider regional mobilisation across Calabria in the coming days.
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General Roberto Vannacci's political momentum is fading, with poll numbers and social media followings in decline, according to Il Foglio, while commentator Ferlaino says he now struggles on security issues. Vannacci, speaking alongside journalist Vespa, defended his movement as indispensable to the Italian centre-right. Attention also focuses on by-election results in Calabria and a La7 poll on shifting party support four years out from general elections.
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Carabinieri in the Locri area of Calabria are investigating a priest for alleged mistreatment, according to RaiNews. The inquiry targets a clergyman from the Locride region, though details of the accusations and the suspect's identity have not been disclosed. The case has drawn attention locally as it involves a member of the clergy under formal investigation.
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Italian actor Marco Giallini is drawing attention following an interview given at the Tropea Film Festival, published by film outlet The HotCorn. Giallini, one of Italy's best-known comic and dramatic performers, spoke about his career and current projects during the festival in Calabria, prompting a spike in online searches about him in Italy.
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Cosenza and Foggia meet at the Stadio San Vito-Marulla in Cosenza in what Italian media are calling a delicate match for both sides. Corriere della Calabria has published the probable line-ups ahead of the fixture, with home coach support around the Scida stadium focused on getting a result against a struggling opponent.
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Crotone are preparing to take on Audace Cerignola, with coach Greco reportedly lining up a 4-3-3 formation. Italian local media, including Corriere della Calabria, are discussing the probable line-ups ahead of the fixture, giving fans a look at the expected tactical setup and player selections for the match.
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A magnitude 2.5 earthquake was recorded at Melito di Porto Salvo, in the Calabria region of southern Italy. Local outlets including Corriere della Calabria reported the event, and searches about an earthquake in Calabria have risen as residents look for details on where it was felt and whether damage occurred. No damage or injuries have been reported.
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Police in the province of Reggio Calabria have arrested twelve people, accusing them of criminal association, extortion and drug dealing. The operation, reported by Italpress, touches the area around Melicucco and other towns in the province, where investigators describe an organised group allegedly controlling local territory through intimidation and drug trafficking. Further details from the prosecutor's office are awaited.
- 12Orange weather alerts persist in southern Italy but relief is comingโ#Maltempo Ancora allerta arancione in Sicilia, parte di Calabria, Puglia e Campania, ma รจ in arrivo una tregua. Al Centr
Italy's civil protection alerts remain at the orange level for Sicily, part of Calabria, Puglia and Campania as bad weather continues, though a break in the storms is expected soon. The Centre-South is dealing with heavy damage from yesterday's thunderstorms. In Marsala, hit by two waterspouts, eleven families have been evacuated, schools are closed and public events have been called off.
- 13Calabria truck drivers and farmers block roads over fuel pricesโIn Calabria, truck drivers and farmers are blocking the roads due to the price of fuel. They are even burning ballot pap
In Calabria, truck drivers and farmers have taken to blocking roads in protest against high fuel prices, with reports of ballot papers being burned during the demonstrations. Protesters chant that they have had enough, and supporters claim the movement could soon bring Italy to a standstill, arguing the anger over rising costs is justified.
- 14Serie B basketball: today's fixtures across ItalyโGli incontri odierni di # Basket # SerieB - Girone A 18:00 - Brescia vs Agrigento 18:00 - Ferrara vs Capo d'O. 18:00 - L
Today's Serie B basketball fixtures are under way across Italy, with games tipping off at 18:00. In Group A, Brescia face Agrigento, Ferrara play Capo d'Orlando, Lumezzane meet Legnano, Piacenza take on Vicenza, R. Calabria face Fiorenzuola and S. Giorgio meet Treviglio. In Group B, Avellino host Chiusi, with further matches listed. Fans are following the round as the season progresses in Italy's third division.
- 15New mashup blends Timmy Trumpet, Rune RK dance anthemsโFreaks vs. I Like To Move It vs. Calabria - Timmy Trumpet vs. Rune RK (Kazajak mashup) https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=
A new mashup titled Freaks vs. I Like To Move It vs. Calabria has been shared online, credited to producer Kazajak and combining Timmy Trumpet's Freaks with Reel 2 Real's I Like To Move It and Rune RK's Calabria. The track is being passed around among electronic music fans as a party-ready bootleg.