Michela Murgia was a voice for minorities and a lightning rod for political debate. She also garnered respect even from a prime minister whose policies she opposed.
Author: ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
Rome’s Umbrella Pines Are in Danger
While an invasive insect bears much of the blame for endangering a beloved symbol of Rome, critics are also pointing the finger at city government.
Italy’s Government Takes Aim at Taxi Shortages
The government took steps this week to increase the supply of cabs after months of shortages, but critics say the problems with the industry run deeper.
Was That an Earthquake in Rome? No, It Was a Travis Scott Concert.
The rap star’s show in Rome at the Circus Maximus, an archaeological site by day and concert venue by night, has raised concerns about the risks posed by crowds.
Nero’s Theater Believed to Be Found in Rome
A dig at a palace set to become a hotel has unearthed traces of a theater that archaeologists hypothesize was built by Nero, the emperor with a disputed reputation for tyranny and debauchery.
‘10 Seconds’: Outrage Follows Acquittal in Italy Abuse Case
A court in Rome said it had decided to acquit a janitor accused of improperly touching a student in part because the episode lasted “a handful of seconds” and took place in a public area in front of other students.
Vandal Burns Major Public Artwork by One of Italy’s Top Living Artists
A man was detained in connection with the destruction of a monumental version of ‘Venus of the Rags’ by Michelangelo Pistoletto. City officials pledged the installation will rise again.
Pope Francis Names 21 New Cardinals, With a Focus Beyond Europe
In choosing men from around the world for the college that will elect his successor, the pontiff aimed to reflect “the universality of the church.”
Pantheon Tickets Frustrate Tourists in Rome
There is now a 5 euro fee to get into one of Italy’s most popular sites, but the process has been bewildering for some, and there are fears the system could be abused.
Fire at Milan Retirement Home Kills at Least 6
The cause of the blaze, which also sent dozens of people to the hospital, was under investigation. “It could have been much worse,” said the city’s mayor.