A 19-year-old American student has confessed to killing a policeman in central Rome, according to the national news agency ANSA, in a crime that has shaken Italy.
Tag: Rome (Italy)
Pride of a Different Sort: Disabled Italians Parade in Rome
Now in its fifth year, Italy’s Disability Pride Parade brings an often ignored community onto the streets, which are often tricky for them to navigate.
In Italy, a Decades-Long Search for a Missing Girl Brings Another Twist
Vatican officials allowed the opening of two tombs to determine whether Emanuela Orlandi, who disappeared in 1983, could be buried inside. The tombs were empty.
Restoration of Holy Stairs Lets Visitors to Rome Follow in Pilgrims’ Knees
Jesus was said to have climbed the steps to meet with Pontius Pilate. A wood casing has been temporarily removed, revealing centuries-old grooves worn by the faithful.
Investigators Recover Jewels Taken From Rome’s Etruscan Museum
Italy’s police art theft squad has recovered two dozen precious jewels. But investigators still wonder who was behind the audacious theft.
In Center of Catholicism, New Mormon Temple Invites Curious Romans for a Look
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is opening an enormous temple in Rome, and intrigued Italians are taking the opportunity to glimpse inside.
Rome Gets a New Christmas Tree, Sponsored by Netflix. Will It Weather Social Media?
After last year’s tree became an international laughingstock because it was mangy, the government turns to Netflix to put on a better show.
Rome Mayor Acquitted on Lying Charge, to Relief of Five Star Movement
The long-running corruption case had threatened both her political career and the credibility of her anti-establishment party.
The Saturday Profile: Justice, Italian Style: 9 Years, 13 Trials and Few Answers
The death of her brother in police custody has turned Ilaria Cucchi into a prominent and admired rights activist. But the sprawling case continues to grind through the courts.