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politicsOct 20, 2026
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Milan rioting the result of 'hybrid war' says Defence Minister Crosetto
Young being subjected to 'counter-education' on social media, 'West is failing to respond'
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HealthhealthOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
One more worker dies in workplace accident as spate continues
Man, 47, dies in hospital after being crushed inside basket lift near Brescia
ANSA
PoliticspoliticsOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Italy to let police detain teenagers for 24 hours ahead of protests
Ministers were set on Tuesday to send 500 soldiers with police powers to Milan while extending pre-emptive detention to under-18s as more protests were planned.
The Local
EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Raj Singh and Italy’s RP1 Holding Launch €100 Million Film Fund to Boost Country’s Struggling Indie Ecosystem
CEO of Media Capital Technologies Raj Singh and Italy’s RP1 Holding, an Italian group comprising companies specializing in alternative finance, are launching an innovative €100 million ($112 million) fund to finance audi…
Variety- EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026
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U.S. Financiers to Back Italian Film Producers Via $100 Million Fund
“There is a vibrant local production market, which is always appealing,” Raj Singh, CEO of Media Capital Technologies, told the MIA Market on Tuesday.
The Hollywood Reporter 
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Sagra: The best Italian food festivals to visit in November 2026
Harvest season may be coming to an end, but Italy's food festivals are still going strong. Here are some of the best to stop by in November.
The Local
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Response to rioting youths can't just be 'repression' says Milan mayor
Sala says Interior Minister Piantedosi will attend security meeting at prefect's office
ANSA
PoliticspoliticsOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Italy OFWs urged to prioritize safety, remain vigilant amid protests
MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Tuesday reminded overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Italy to prioritize their safety amid demonstrations in Milan. The advisory came after a demonstration o…
Philippine Daily Inquirer
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Govt to approve deployment of 500 troops with police powers in Milan
Meloni executive's response to weekend's riots will be 'very firm' says Tajani
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Italy to send 500 troops to Milan after clashes
A Cabinet meeting on Oct 20 is expected to give the go-ahead to the deployment and approve policing powers for soldiers.
Straits Times 
SportssportsOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Excessive wealth, extreme emissions – and ecocide: what I learned at Europe’s big superyacht show
These yachts are highly popular with the ‘super-bourgeoisie’ – and getting bigger. Can anything be done to stop them destroying our seas? Who knew? Apparently everyone did, apart from me: you don’t wear shoes on a supery…
The Guardian
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Salvini announces aid for truckers protesting over fuel prices
430 million euros available this week, more funding will come later says minister
ANSA
EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
‘Percy Jackson’ Stars Will Attend Lucca Comics, Seeking to ‘Get Up Close and Personal With Their Fans,’ Geek Meet’s…
When “Percy Jackson” series stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri make the trek to Italy’s Lucca Comics and Games Festival in late October – to unveil unseen footage ahead of the Nov. 20 release of…
Variety
EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
‘Line of Duty’ Director Douglas Mackinnon Preps Edinburgh-Set Paramedic Drama ‘BurnTime,’ Builds Slate at Rugged Island…
“Line of Duty” and “Good Omens” director Douglas Mackinnon is prepping an Edinburgh-set paramedic drama that’s part of a growing slate at his recently launched production outfit Rugged Island Films. Mackinnon will be pre…
Variety
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Ranucci to move to RaiNews after being removed from Report
Investigative reporter relieved of position after row over bomb attack on his home
ANSA
PoliticspoliticsOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Thailand warns citizens to avoid protest areas in Greece and Italy
Thai embassies in Greece and Italy have advised Thai residents and tourists to exercise caution, avoid protest areas and closely follow local developments amid demonstrations in both countries. The Royal Thai Embassy in…
Philippine Daily Inquirer
EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
AI Could ‘Absolutely’ Replace Human Actors, CEO of Generative AI Startup Runway Says at Italy’s View Conference
Durng a fireside chat entitled “Every Pixel Will Be Generated” at Turin’s View Conference, an audience member asked Cristóbal Valenzuela, the co-CEO of generative AI startup Runway, whether AI could eventually replace hu…
Variety
EntertainmententertainmentOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
Marco Bassetti Says Banijay Has Spent $1.1B On “Creativity” In Four Years But Warns U.S. Giants Must Reward European…
Banijay Entertainment CEO Marco Bassetti has revealed a €1B ($1.1B) spend on “creativity” over the past four years, but has warned of trouble ahead if Hollywood studios don’t provide better “rewards” for European produce…
Deadline
PoliticspoliticsOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
From Paris to Tirana, why protests and riots are sweeping across Europe
Rising fuel costs, discontent with the state of schools, declining public services and a housing crisis have created perfectly stormy weather for an autumn of protests in Europe. Crowds have taken to the streets for week…
South China Morning Post
WorldworldOct 20, 2026Collected headline brief
From France to Albania, social unrest is setting Europe’s streets ablaze
Crowds have taken to the streets for weeks in major cities, resulting in arrests, looting, injuries, and violence across France, Italy and Albania
The Hindu