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Politics · EconomyMeloni warns Italy may exit €14B SAFE defense program unless EU allows energy budget flexibility. Fuel tax cuts expire May 22, threatening sharp price rises.
Politics · National NewsAccuser challenges Italian justice system at ECHR, citing political bias. First TV interview airs tonight on RAI 3 Report.
Tourism · HealthElite Finnish dive team works to recover four Italian divers' bodies from 60-meter Maldives cave. One rescuer died. Depth violations under investigation.
Transportation · National NewsUSB labor strike halts trains, buses across Italy May 18. Rome transit limited 6-9am, 5-8pm. Milan unaffected. Real-time updates and travel alternatives.
Economy · TechEuropean insurers including Italy will invest €500M in AI by 2028, speeding up claims processing by 50%. Find out what this means for your insurance and jobs.
Sports · TourismVingegaard closes within 2:24 of Eulálio at the 2026 Giro d'Italia. Tuesday's time trial could reshape the race's outcome entirely.
SportsComo reaches 68 points after 1-0 win over Parma, sits 2 points behind fourth place. Fabregas's side needs victory vs Cremonese plus Milan or Roma slip on May 24th finale.
National News · PoliticsA Modena resident stopped a knife attacker who drove into pedestrians, injuring 8. His heroism sparked debate on mental health monitoring gaps across Italy.
SportsBolelli and Vavassori claim Italy's first men's doubles title at Rome's prestigious tournament. Read how this breakthrough reshapes Italian tennis.