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Pisa has been promoted to Serie A
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
In a significant development for Italian football, Pisa has been promoted to Serie A for the first time since 1991. Despite a 1-0 loss to Bari, Pisa secured promotion due to third-placed Spezia's defeat. The team's home stadium, Arena Garibaldi, is...
Pope Francis was laid to rest at his favorite basilica in Rome
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Pope Francis was laid to rest in April at his favorite basilica in Rome, following a funeral ceremony at St Peter's Square in Vatican City. A funeral Mass was held outdoors on Saturday morning, with heads of state, including U.S. President Donald...
First time an American has ascended to the papacy
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Following the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, the Vatican convened a conclave to elect the next pope. The College of Cardinals, comprising 133 eligible voters, gathered in the Sistine Chapel to undertake this solemn responsibility. On...
Italy faced a national train strike
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
On May 6, Italy faced a national train strike that affected rail services across the country. Railway workers from companies such as Ferrovie dello Stato, Trenitalia, Trenord, and Tper participated in the eight-hour strike, leading to significant...
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are planning a high-profile wedding in Venice
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are planning a high-profile wedding in Venice between June 24 and 26. The ceremony is expected to be held at a restored open-air theater on a Venetian island, with a guest list featuring prominent figures from various...
Cable car crash near Naples resulted in the deaths of four people
June 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
A recent cable car crash in Italy, near Naples, resulted in the deaths of four people, including a British couple and an Israeli citizen. The accident occurred when a traction cable snapped, causing a cabin to plummet to the ground. The cable car...
Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced the death of Pope Francis
May 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At...
April 2025 marks the debut of the La Dolce Vita Orient Express trains
May 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
At press time, April 2025 marks the debut of the La Dolce Vita Orient Express trains, offering luxurious journeys across Italy. Departing primarily from Rome's Ostiense railway station, the fleet of six trains will feature itineraries connecting...
New regulations to preserve the country's natural and cultural heritage
May 2025 | La Gazzetta Italiana
In response to concerns over overtourism, Italian authorities have introduced new regulations to preserve the country's natural and cultural heritage. Notably, the beach at Tuerredda in Sardinia now requires visitors to book access in advance via a...
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