Italy: The women taking on the mafia
Italy's southern Puglia region is the territory of the Sacra Corona Unita, also known as the "fourth mafia". Less well known than Cosa Nostra, the Camorra or the 'Ndrangheta, the criminal group…
Opinion: Salvini’s lust for power puts Italy on brink
Interior Minister Matteo Salvini and his League's coalition with the 5-Star movement was only ever a means to an end. His inexorable rise to the top spells more bad news for Italy…
Serbia, Kosovo urged to ease tensions by NATO countries
Germany, France, Italy, Britain and the United States are seeking compromise over tensions between Serbia and Kosovo. Both are seeking EU accession.…
Italy’s Salvini faces mounting opposition to snap election plans
The leader of Italy's far-right League, Matteo Salvini, is meeting with defiance to his plans to hold a no-confidence vote. Salvini could become Italy's leader if the snap elections he wants are…
Mayor in Italy bans abusive language
In January 2019, an ordinance that officially bans offensive language was passed in Luzzara. Mayor Andrea Costa wants to put a stop to insults and aggression and has lined up "educational sanctions"…
Malta rescues 85 migrants from sinking vessel
A total of 85 migrants were rescued from the sinking wooden boat off the coast of Malta. The Mediterranean island has been allowing more migrants on its shores in response to pressure…
Thousands of Nigerian women tricked and forced into prostitution in Italy
Thousands of Nigerian women tricked and forced into prostitution in Italy,…
Italy cuts growth forecast sharply lower to 0.2%
Italy's populist government has confirmed that the economy is effectively stagnating. It also raised its projected budget deficit as it seeks to maintain early retirement and basic income programs.…
Police target ‘Ndrangheta mafia in raids across Europe
Police in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Belgium have arrested several members of the Calabrian mafia. The 'Ndrangheta is heavily involved in Europe's cocaine trade.…
Who WWins the Italy-EU Game of Chicken?
Guests respond to today's MLIV Question of The Day, "which asset will win out from the Italy-EU game of chicken?"…
Italy’s budget needs to offer credibility, Eurogroup chief says
Italy’s government needs to present a budget plan that offers a credible outlook on how the nation will tackle its high debt burden, according to Eurogroup President Mario Centeno.…