Dutch ‘falcon’ or Spanish ‘dove’? The power struggle between Germany, France and Italy over the post-Lagarde era begins

Following the two tragic accidents on the Madrid–Seville line, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating possible fraud in the use of EU funds earmarked for safety. Meanwhile, a new search of Adif’s headquarters has brought the Koldo case back into the spotlight, along with the network of associates who supported Sánchez in his bid to regain control of the PSOE.

From Del Fante to Giansanti, from Galli to De Alessandri. A network of Italian managers and entrepreneurs heads major European and global trade associations. A directory

In 2024, the former MP was the Lega’s defence spokesperson, a role which, according to the regulations, would prevent him from holding the top post at the National Anti-Corruption Authority. In any case, the appointment must be approved by Parliament, and the vote in the committees must be by a qualified majority: the opposition is up in arms.

Whilst Europe debates the issue of overwork amongst footballers, the governing bodies are seeking to increase the number of matches or maintain their frequency. For some organisations, the fixture list is a commercial tool; for others, it is a matter of economic survival

“The result of the referendum suggests finding other solutions without amending the Constitution. But if there hadn’t been the draw, the referendum campaign would have been less heated,” says the chair of the Einaudi Foundation’s Liberal Justice Committee

The institute’s founder, Federico Miguel Vázquez Villasant, has been arrested. The collapse of the bank, which had nearly three million customers and involved hundreds of millions of dollars of public funds, has also engulfed the country’s president, Santiago Peña

“If I become mayor of Milan, I will sit down with the teams to talk. In light of what is happening, certain matters need to be discussed again. I have been more involved in politics as editor-in-chief of *La Repubblica* than I ever was as a party member,” says the journalist

According to rumours, the ten-year deal between the Rossoneri and the German giant is worth around 500 million, equivalent to 50 million per season: a figure that would propel the club ahead of Juventus and Inter and into the top ten European clubs

A report concerning a flight from Rome has prompted the Portuguese authorities to take action. In the Czech Republic, the police have received further alerts. Irish newspapers are also on alert. Yesterday, nineteen flights were affected across Europe, eight of which had connections to Italy.

The Ministers’ Tribunal should have explained why it did not consider her to be Nordio’s accomplice in the release of the Libyan general, but authorisation from Parliament was not required for the charge of making false statements

“The government’s decision falls within the remit of the Council of Ministers. But I am convinced that the Constitutional Court will uphold the framework of our law on end-of-life care. The budget bill? As regards healthcare, I am counting on the amendment stage,” says the governor of Veneto

Salvini wants him out and has allowed signatures to be collected for his removal as parliamentary group leader. If he does not resign as parliamentary group leader, the League leader will proceed with the appointment of an administrator.

“The Democrats’ victory is not enough to save the European left,” says the Sciences Po historian to the HuffPost: there is no American model that can be exported. And on the right: Trump’s defeat puts the sovereigntists in a difficult position, but Meloni is now the strongest European leader

The hooker for the Italian national team speaks out. His role is “part butcher’s trade, part goldsmith’s craft”. On Saturday, Italy face South Africa in the first of November’s Test matches

Less than four weeks after the operation, Leo XIV embarked on the longest journey of his papacy: Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, where he had spent half his life as a priest. The itinerary remained unchanged, and he himself was the first to insist on it. The two Trump-aligned presidents (and Trump)

Railway accidents, power cuts and the migration crisis in Ceuta. Following three systemic crises, can the Spanish government serve as a guiding light for the Italian left?

Dave Gahan and Martin Gore’s hits reimagined by Nouvelle Vague. “The best compliment is when people listen to our version and say it sounds as if it had always been that way,” says Marc Collin

He was the first Italian illustrator to work for Marvel overseas; the creator of the poster marking the 60th anniversary of Lucca Comics & Games discusses passing the baton to the next generation and the use of AI: technology can be a tool, but it must not obscure the creative touch and the story of those who create.

From Iran to ‘wokism’, from NATO to the UN: this is how the US president has turned legitimate causes into propaganda tools, ultimately strengthening the very forces he was supposed to be countering

Inside, attendees are having a drink, greeting one another and recognising familiar faces. Outside, the atmosphere resembles the premiere of a blockbuster. La Russa, Piantedosi, Gualtieri, Schlein and Renzi are present. Meloni is there too, along with many others. LMDV is introduced as Edoardo. Apart from that, everything is proceeding smoothly. One question remains: what will the editorial line be? Good luck.