Italy backs development plan Bangkok and Rome are exploring deeper transport cooperation as Italy signals support for Thailand's rail and port expansion plans. Bangkok Post · May 31
Bikes, planes, buses and automobiles - Giro d'Italia faces final 600km transfer to Rome Riders fly from Venice to Rome on Sunday for final stage in the Italian capital while others in the Giro caravan take alternate modes of transport Cycling News · May 30
'It'll be just pure happiness' - Jonas Vingegaard one stage away from completing Grand Tour collection with Giro d'Italia victory Visma-Lease a Bike leader savours fifth stage win in Piancavallo to extend GC lead to 5:22 before final stage Cycling News · May 30
Italy and Kazakhstan celebrate cultural ties in Rome as Holy See embassy opens Italian opera and Kazakh classical music shared the stage in Rome during the "Armonia della Musica" concert, organised to mark the opening of Kazakhstan’s Embassy to the Vatican and the first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate. Euronews · May 30
'We accepted the riders' request in Milan, but it won't happen in Rome' – Giro d'Italia confirms final stage route design and no GC neutralisation 'Discussions about safety on specific stages need to take place before the race' AIGCP President Brent Copeland tells Cyclingnews Cycling News · May 30
‘How can you have a Ferrari without any vroom?’: electric model shocks owners’ club Suggestion the Luce EV should be stripped of prancing horse logo shows strength of feeling from Ferrari fans The Guardian - UK · May 30
'It's a special day for our team' - Jonas Vingegaard celebrates Sepp Kuss' stage victory but remains focused for final Giro d'Italia mountain stage Visma-Lease a Bike take fifth win with overall victory and the white jersey finals goals for Saturday's stage to Piancavallo Cycling News · May 29
Italy wants to pull back on EU defence loan scheme to tackle rising energy costs Security Action for Europe (SAFE) is a loan instrument designed to provide financial support to EU member states to speed up defence readiness. Euronews · May 29
How the heat and illness wrecked Jannik Sinner’s Career Grand Slam dream The world No 1, the overwhelming favourite, crashed out of the French Open in dramatic scenes on Thursday The Independent UK · May 29
EF pull Michael Valgren and James Shaw out of Giro d'Italia 'We have enormous respect for the Giro' insist the team Cycling News · May 29
Colombian Tiktoker Faces Backlash as Reckless Trevi Fountain Jump for 'Content' Sparks Possible Lifetime Ban Colombian TikToker faces backlash after jumping into Rome's Trevi Fountain for social media content, risking €500 fine and possible lifetime ban. International Business Times UK · May 29
Italy on red alert as Portugal beats record for hottest May day Europe is battling a severe heatwave. Italy has issued a red alert for Rome and other cities. Portugal recorded its hottest May day ever. Britain and France also saw record temperatures. Several deaths have been reported. Tourists are struggling with the heat. Scientists link these extreme events to climate change. The Economic Times · May 28
Italy on red alert as heatwave bakes Europe ROME - Italy on Thursday issued a red heatwave alert for the capital Rome, the latest country to take urgent action during a heatwave that has smashed records in Europe. Bangkok Post · May 28
This Rome hotel has the best rooftop views in the Eternal City In the historic centre of the Italian capital, Annabel Grossman finds a pocket of serenity at Orient Express La Minerva The Independent UK · May 28
Euronews · May 28 Forget London and Paris: The top 10 European cities for rental yields in 2026 Europe's best buy-to-let opportunities have moved away from its priciest cities. Here are the ten eurozone markets where rental income is highest — ending with a surprising number one.
Cycling News · May 28 'I am not thinking about Rome yet' – Jhonatan Narváez reclaims ciclamino jersey but 'great opportunity' for fourth stage win at Giro d'Italia slips away UAE Team Emirates-XRG were in prime position on stage 17 with three in the break but Arrieta was top finisher from squad with sixth as Narváez came ninth
Cycling News · May 27 'I get emotional seeing him fight for the podium' – Egan Bernal embraces Giro d'Italia climbing support role for Thymen Arensman Netcompany Ineos duo working together to ensure Dutchman makes top three in Rome
Euronews · May 27 Newsletter: Caution prevails as EU mulls talking to Russia Also in this newsletter: Ukraine's deputy Prime Minister tells Euronews there is "no alternative to full EU membership" for his country, and Meloni issues a biting criticism of the European Union to industry leaders as tensions between Rome and Brussels brew.
Bangkok Post · May 27 Ferrari unveils 'Luce', its first fully electric car, in a tough market ROME - Italian luxury carmaker Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric model, the Luce, belatedly joining rivals like Porsche and Lamborghini to offer clean-energy driving thrills.
Cycling News · May 26 Jhonatan Narváez vs Paul Magnier - Giro d'Italia maglia ciclamino swings in favour of Ecuadorian ahead of the upcoming hilly stages 'I have an advantage, but he's climbing much better than me, and we all know that the third week is pretty tough with all the climbs' Magnier forced to consider that final sprint in Rome might not be enough to secure the coveted points jersey
International Business Times UK · May 26 Ferrari Luce Release and Delivery Timeline, Specs, Features, Pricing and Everything We Know So Far Ferrari has launched its first fully electric car, the Luce, in Rome. The grand tourer combines high performance with luxury, marking Ferrari's strategic entry into the electric vehicle market.
Euronews · May 26 Ferrari's €550,000 electric car looks like a Nissan, says the internet Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car, the Luce, in Rome — but the €550,000 five-seater's design drew widespread criticism online and sent the company's shares sliding nearly 8%.
Cycling News · May 25 ‘We're still on track to finish on the podium' - Jai Hindley and Giulio Pellizzari fight back to target new goals in third week of the Giro d'Italia Now healthy, the Australian and Italian create a strong Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe duo for mountain stages
Cycling News · May 25 The last chance – What to expect from the third week of the 2026 Giro d'Italia Vingegaard looks in control of the pink jersey, but there is still lots to play for in the Giro's tough final week
The Economic Times · May 25 Quote of the Day by Rome's greatest orator Cicero: 'To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to...'-The famous philosopher's timeless warning about history, wisdom and why people stop growing when they stop learning Roman philosopher Cicero warned that ignoring history leaves individuals perpetually immature, akin to children unable to grasp the present. His timeless wisdom emphasizes that continuous learning, not just age, fosters true intellectual growth and prevents repeating past societal mistakes. This enduring message highlights the crucial role of historical understanding in…