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Italy Honors Victims of the Bologna Massacre in Deadly Terrorist Attack Italy marked the solemn anniversary of the Bologna Massacre, a tragic event that occurred on 2 August 1980, claiming the lives of 85 people and injuring 200 others. This deadly attack shook the nation during a period of turmoil known as the Years of Lead. Italian President Sergio Mattarella paid tribute to the victims in a statement, expressing solidarity with their families. The attack, which took place at Bologna Centrale railway station, was a stark reminder of the violence that plagued Italy during that era. In the aftermath of…

Welcome to our blog where we delve into the rich history of the fallen Vietnamese Christian martyrs of the 19th century. These brave individuals sacrificed their lives for their faith, leaving behind a powerful symbol of devotion and courage for future generations to admire. On August 1st, the Roman Martyrology commemorates two Christian priests, Domenico Nguyen Van Hanh and Bernardo Vu Van Due, who were martyred in the city of Nam Dinh, Vietnam, under the rule of Emperor Minh Mang. While details about their lives are scarce, their unwavering faith and ultimate sacrifice for Christ have been revered throughout the…

Unveiling the Possibility of Opening the Holy Door in the Year of Jubilee 2025 By: Vatican NewsPublished Date: August 2, 2024 The Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization addresses the possibility of opening the Holy Door in cathedrals, shrines, and other places of worship aside from the Papal Basilicas, in anticipation of the Jubilee 2025. The Dicastery’s note aims to respond to recent discussions surrounding the upcoming Jubilee, “to foresee the configuration and opening of the Holy Door in Cathedral Churches, International and National Shrines, as well as in other particularly significant places of worship.” In this regard, the text clarifies that…

Welcome to the latest update on the highly anticipated Papal Mass set to take place in Singapore on September 12 during Pope Francis’ much-anticipated Apostolic Journey to the country! The excitement surrounding this event has been overwhelming, with the demand for seats exceeding all expectations. Due to this unprecedented level of interest, organizers have announced the release of additional tickets through a second ballot. Head of the Pope Francis Singapore 2024 Ticketing Subcommittee, Mr. Lawrence Chan, shared that the initial ballot saw a significant number of registrants, with at least six out of ten likely to secure a seat. The…

During a positive meeting in Paris, Giorgia Meloni and Thomas Bach discussed the Carini case and agreed to stay in contact to ensure a welcoming environment for Imane Khelif, the Algerian hyperandrogenic boxer, who has competed internationally for six years. Bach, the President of the IOC, stated to ANSA, “We share perspectives and agree on the need to clarify and improve the scientific background we discussed.” The meeting, which also included Giovanni Malagò, President of CONI, addressed the topic of Milan Cortina 2026. Bach mentioned, “The Prime Minister confirmed the government’s full support for the success of the upcoming Winter…

Miss Italia Arrives in Tor Bella Monaca: A Unique Event in Rome Get ready, because the most beautiful woman in Rome will be crowned in the heart of Tor Bella Monaca. Miss Italia is making its way to the suburbs. On Tuesday, August 6th at 9:30 pm, the arena at Teatro Tor Bella Monaca will host a dazzling show featuring the most stunning women in the Capital, all vying for a chance to compete in the national competition. Miss Italia in Tor Bella Monaca This event is proudly sponsored by the VI Municipality of the Towers, with the president Nicola…

Get ready to cheer on the Italian athletes competing on Friday, August 2nd at the Olympic Games in Paris. Tennis: Men’s Singles – Semifinals Musetti vs Djokovic Tennis: Women’s Doubles – Semifinals Errani-Paolini vs Muchova-Noskova Shooting: Men’s Skeet – Qualifications Tammaro Cassandro – Gabriele Rossetti Golf: Men’s Individual – Second round Matteo Manassero – Guido Migliozzi Archery: Mixed Team – Round of 16 Mauro Nespoli – Chiara Rebagliati Beach Volleyball: Men’s Group B Adrian Ignacio Carambula Raurich – Alex Ranghieri Judo: Women’s +78kg – Round of 16 Asya Tavano Rowing: Men’s Pair – B Final Giovanni Codato – Davide Comini…

La capacità dei scimpanzé di apprendere a pronunciare syllabe e parole semplici come ‘mamma’ suggerisce che possiedano i circuiti neurali alla base del linguaggio. Questo è dimostrato dai vecchi filmati di scimpanzé ammaestrati, come quello girato a Roma nel 1962 che mostra un esemplare di nome Renata che ‘parla’ a comando. Questi video, ignorati per anni a causa delle condizioni contrarie all’etica in cui venivano tenuti gli animali, sono stati rivalutati da un gruppo internazionale di psicologi ed esperti del linguaggio guidati da Axel G. Ekstrom del Kth Royal Institute of Technology di Stoccolma. I risultati dello studio sono pubblicati…

La ripresa dell’occupazione in Italia è una notizia che rallegra il cuore dopo la pausa registrata a maggio. I dati dell’Istat mostrano un aumento di 337mila occupati, pari all’1,4%, nel periodo che va da giugno 2023 a giugno 2024. Un segnale positivo che indica una costante crescita del mercato del lavoro nel Paese. La ministra del Lavoro Marina Calderone si mostra ottimista riguardo alle misure adottate, sottolineando che l’Italia si conferma tra i Paesi europei con la maggiore crescita occupazionale. Un dato incoraggiante è la diminuzione degli inattivi, segno di una rinnovata fiducia nel trovare un impiego. I numeri parlano…

Alice Bellandi secures gold in judo in Paris and rushes to embrace her partner, Jasmine. “I’m sorry if it’s seen as something extraordinary,” the Italian athlete said. “It’s love. Who would you kiss after such important achievements? Surely, like everything else, it all comes down to love. Sports is love, friendship is love, partners are love…” She then concluded, “It’s a gold filled with love.” Reproduction reserved © Copyright ANSA Source link