Italy

The drama

Sestri Levante: 7-year-old girl sucked into swimming pool drain in critical condition

It happened at a beach resort. The facility was seized.
Mario Roggero, titolare della gioielleria Mario Roggero a Grinzane Cavour (Foto: Ansa)
Mario Roggero, titolare della gioielleria Mario Roggero a Grinzane Cavour (Foto: Ansa)
the sentence

Court of Cassation: Mario Roggero convicted of murdering the robbers.

The jeweler, now 72, is serving a 14-year and 9-month prison sentence. Salvini: "Mattarella should grant him a pardon."
Daniela Santanchè (Ansa)
Daniela Santanchè (Ansa)
Milan

Another investigation into Daniela Santanchè has been closed: "Bankruptcy and State Fraud."

A further 15 people are also being asked to stand trial in connection with the Ki Group, Ki Holding, Bioera and Umbria bankruptcy.
L'Aula della Camera gremita per l'esame della legge elettorale, Roma, 15 luglio 2026. ANSA/ FEDERICO PERRUOLO
L'Aula della Camera gremita per l'esame della legge elettorale, Roma, 15 luglio 2026. ANSA/ FEDERICO PERRUOLO
lectoral law

Preferences: Futuro Nazionale's amendment is rejected, but FdI votes yes. Voting by non-residents is approved.

The center-right is split, with the League and Forza Italia opposing the Vannacciani proposal. The opposition attacks: "The majority no longer exists."
Saman Abbas e il padre Shabbar Abbas in due immagini combinate, 19 dicembre 2023. ANSA
Saman Abbas e il padre Shabbar Abbas in due immagini combinate, 19 dicembre 2023. ANSA
the sentence

Saman Abbas: Life sentences for parents and cousins finalized, uncle gets 22 years. "Freedom was his crime."

The Supreme Court of Cassation has rejected the appeals of the defendants for the murder of the 18-year-old Pakistani girl who had opposed an arranged marriage.
Il risultato del voto segreto sull'emendamento della maggioranza durante l’esame alla Camera della riforma della legge elettorale, Roma, 14 luglio 2026. ANSA/RICCARDO ANTIMIANI
Il risultato del voto segreto sull'emendamento della maggioranza durante l’esame alla Camera della riforma della legge elettorale, Roma, 14 luglio 2026. ANSA/RICCARDO ANTIMIANI
politics

Electoral law: Majority falls one vote short; amendment on preferences rejected.

The hunt for the thirty snipers continues. The opposition: "Meloni has a no-confidence vote, let's go back to the polls." The review of the amendments continues unabated, into the night.
Palazzo Chigi (Foto Unione Sarda)
Palazzo Chigi (Foto Unione Sarda)
the squeeze

New Security Bill: Preventive detention extended to minors. Local police may also proceed.

The Council of Ministers approved the addition of the "anti-Maranza" rules.
Niko Pandetta (Ansa)
Niko Pandetta (Ansa)
the decision

Rapper Niko Pandetta released from prison: probation approved

The request presented by Cagliari lawyer Riccardo Floris was granted. The singer is serving a four-year sentence for drug-related and other offenses.
Mario Adinolfi durante la presentazione dei simboli elettorali al Viminale, Roma, 19 gennaio 2018. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Mario Adinolfi durante la presentazione dei simboli elettorali al Viminale, Roma, 19 gennaio 2018. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
the hearing

Adinolfi to the investigating judge: "I'm a gambler, but not a crook."

Preliminary hearing after his arrest on charges of aggravated fraud related to a "gang betting" scheme: "I lead a modest life."
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
the case

"Fake attack? Ranucci has filed a complaint for aggravated defamation."

The announcement from the Report host's lawyer. Meanwhile, the investigation into Lavitola continues.
Un frame, tratto da un video diffuso dalla Polizia
Un frame, tratto da un video diffuso dalla Polizia
the investigations

Milan train station murder: Police arrest six more Latin Kings

The crime occurred on May 26th. The first two arrests were made at the beginning of June.
L'ambasciatore americano Tilman Fertitta a Cefalù, una delle tappe del suo giro in yacht (Ansa)
L'ambasciatore americano Tilman Fertitta a Cefalù, una delle tappe del suo giro in yacht (Ansa)
the case

A massive escort for the US ambassador's yacht, which was also in transit in Sardinia, sparks controversy.

Bonelli (Avs) announces a question: "Why use Italian forces' men and equipment? The government should send the bill to Trump."
the investigation

Three young people under investigation for white supremacist and anti-Semitic propaganda

Operation coordinated by the Milan Prosecutor's Office, searches in Rome, Savona, and Caserta
court

The Milan attacker: "I was the one attacked, too much violence during the arrest."

The arrest of the Algerian man who stabbed a young woman has been confirmed. The investigating judge: "Lack of control and unscrupulousness."
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
the post

Ranucci: "Stop reruns of Report? This is suspending the country's memory."

The journalist comments on Instagram on RAI's decision to halt summer programming following the Lavitola case.
(COMBO) Saidi Mohammed il 27enne algerino arrestato a Milano per aver sfregiato una ragazza alla fermata della metro Duomo di Milano il 9 luglio 2026. ANSA + NO SALES - EDITORIAL USE ONLY + NPK
(COMBO) Saidi Mohammed il 27enne algerino arrestato a Milano per aver sfregiato una ragazza alla fermata della metro Duomo di Milano il 9 luglio 2026. ANSA + NO SALES - EDITORIAL USE ONLY + NPK
in court

A man who disfigures a young woman in Milan has been arrested, citing a "clear threat to society."

The 27-year-old Algerian denies the charges, claiming to be the victim of the attack. But the judge finds his version unreliable.
La targhetta (foto della pagina Facebook "L'Inglese Imbruttito")
La targhetta (foto della pagina Facebook "L'Inglese Imbruttito")
the photo

Maria "hired" but at work: the museum's gaffe

An incorrect translation was noticed by a tourist who shared the photo on the Facebook page "L'Inglese Imbruttito"
Catania

He argues with his brother and kills him with a cleaver

Murder on the Riposto waterfront. The two had previous disagreements. The attacker was arrested by Carabinieri.
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
Sigfrido Ranucci nello studio televisivo della trasmissione Report, Roma 23 gennaio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO (RaiTre , Rai3, tv , televisione)
the note

Rai is suspending its summer reruns of Report as a precaution. Ranucci is concerned.

The company's decision is "pending clarification of the situation involving the journalist. A new season is confirmed."
Milan

Former goalkeeper Francesco Toldo stops a bicycle thief (to applause)

The former Inter Milan player: "I didn't think twice; I unseated him and stopped him."
Insularità
Giovanni Paolo D’Incecco Bayard de Volo - Ad Mater Olbia
Giovanni Paolo D’Incecco Bayard de Volo - Ad Mater Olbia

Coldiretti's Health Friend Campaign at Mater Olbia Hospital

The aim is to raise awareness of the importance of choosing a healthy, locally sourced diet.