Medieval Tower Partly Collapses in Rome
The Torre dei Conti, a 13th-century medieval tower near Rome’s Colosseum, partially collapsed on Monday. Two restoration workers had to be rescued, and a third suffered critical injuries.
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Medieval Tower in Rome Partially Collapses, Trapping Worker Who Died After Rescue Efforts
Rescuers at the tower near the Colosseum worked for 11 hours before removing the man who had been pinned under rubble and debris. He later died in the hospital.
Four Decades After It Was Stolen, a Renaissance Treasure Returns to Rome
The Italian art police still don’t know who took the brilliantly illuminated manuscript page from a Franciscan friary, and many more pages have yet to be found.
Search Underway After Crew Member Goes Overboard on Viking Cruise
The Italian Coast Guard was assisting in the search, the cruise company said. The cruise was taking passengers from Greece to Italy.
Explosion Destroys Vehicles Outside Home of Italian Journalist
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the attack on Sigfrido Ranucci, the host of the investigative program “Report.”
Cindy McCain Steps Away From World Food Program During Recovery From Mild Stroke
Ms. McCain leads the world’s largest humanitarian organization focused on food insecurity. She is expected to make a full recovery.
A New Security Decree Weighs Heavily on Italy’s Young Protesters
Students said they feared a longtime tradition of civil disobedience was in jeopardy because of a decree issued in June by the government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Police Seize Possible Forgeries From Dalí Show in Italy
The show’s curator stands by the authenticity of lithographs by the Surrealist artist, saying he has the documents to prove it.
Justice Alito, in Rome, Says Religious Liberty Is Under Siege
Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr., a conservative Catholic, has visited Rome for decades, often teaching or participating in academic conferences.
Catholics Project Many Images Onto Pope Leo: Liberal? Conservative? Cubs Fan?
Unlike Francis, Leo XIV has given few clues about where he stands on issues dividing the church (though he’s definitely a White Sox guy). Followers fill in the gaps.