Italy

In Photos | Anger spills out on the streets across the world over Israel’s interception of Gaza flotilla

Multiple ships carrying more than 400 people, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, were intercepted by the Israeli navy on their way to Palestine. The Global Sumud Flotilla set sail from Barcelona last month to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza. Now, protests have erupted around the world demanding intervention by world leaders

Peru sees fierce clash as anti-government protests intensify | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

In Lima, hundreds of young protesters from Generation Z clashed violently with police forces on Sunday. Their anger stems from rampant corruption, organized crime, and a controversial pension reform forcing youth into private pension schemes. The clashes occurred as demonstrators moved toward key government buildings, attacking officers with stones and Molotov cocktails, prompting police to use tear gas in response. President Dina Boluarte faces declining popularity amid escalating crime and extortion concerns as her term nears its end. Additional Vantage Shots updates: French towns defy official bans by hoisting Palestinian flags amid moves toward formal recognition. Heavy rains disrupt life across Spain, France, and Italy with severe flooding. The historic end of the 1965 India-Pakistan war, a crucial defeat for Pakistan, is remembered today after three weeks of intense conflict.

Italy pushes to make its cuisine a UNESCO World Heritage | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G

Italy’s culinary heritage is more than food, it reflects tradition, family, and culture. From long Sunday gatherings to rules about authentic pizza, Italians take pride in their cuisine. But with changing lifestyles and dining habits, Italy is now lobbying for its cuisine to be recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. Is this only about preserving culture, or does it carry deeper motives? And have other nations made similar efforts before?

Italy erupts in protests over Gaza, nationwide strikes halt transport | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Massive demonstrations swept through Italy as thousands protested against Israel’s actions in Gaza, calling it a genocide. The nationwide outrage disrupted daily life, with transport workers striking and ports being blocked. These protests come at a crucial time, as France and several other countries push to recognise Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly. The UK, Australia, Canada and Portugal have already confirmed their decision to acknowledge a Palestinian state, while the Italian government has declined to take this step for now.

Meloni asks Gaza aid flotilla to stop as it 'risks preventing peace'

Trump has proposed a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza that includes conditions for Hamas to disarm and hand over its weapons, which the Palestinian terror group is likely to reject

'It's her Mann Ki Baat': PM Modi pays tribute to Italy's Meloni in foreword of her autobiography

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a nod to his radio broadcast as he wrote the foreword to the Indian edition of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's autobiography

Is this fur-real? Why has an Italian city introduced a dog tax?

The Italian city of Bolzano may introduce a daily tax of €1.50 (Rs 156) for visitors and residents with furry companions starting in 2026. The reason? The growing dog waste crisis. The money raised, authorities say, would go toward cleaning the streets and building dedicated parks for the canines

What's a good age to retire? For Europe, it's heading towards 70

Europe as a whole seems to be heading towards 70 as the age of retirement. This comes after news that Italy is considering freezing its retirement age at 67. Denmark, earlier this year, announced it would raise its retirement age to 70. How do the other European countries stack up?

Italy: Tens of thousands stage protests over Gaza war as Meloni refuses to back Palestine state

Tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters marched across Italy on Monday, clashing with police and blocking roads in multiple cities, as part of a nationwide strike against Israel’s offensive in Gaza and the rising Palestinian casualties.

Why has 94-year-old grandma become a top tourist attraction in Italy?

Margherita Ciarletta is one of Italy's last living links to its ancient traditions. Residing in Italy's Scanno village, the 94-year-old is gaining popularity for her traditional attire, which she has been proudly wearing since 1949. Locals are now advocating for her clothes to be recognised by Unesco as part of the country's intangible cultural heritage