Following the email bombardment of schoolsMassimo Cacciari on the alarm and Italians: “Hysterical? Of course they’re afraid. It’s the governments that are in a state of panic.”“The situation over the last few days shows that there are no adequate defence systems: systems that help to quickly determine whether an alert is credible or not, intelligence systems capable of analysing information in a coordinated manner. Today, 99 per cent of our security stems from this, not from the number of police officers on the streets”byMarianna Rizzini13 NOV 26
Searched forLessons in escape from Bertulazzi, the former Red Brigade member who disappeared from Buenos AiresThere is a bounty of around 12,000 dollars on Bertulazzi’s head. Milei wants a spectacular capture; it is a matter of honour: he is obsessed with his image, and seeing the federal police made to look foolish by a 74-year-old man who has suffered three strokes is a stinging humiliation.byAngela Nocioni13 NOV 26
The analysisAll the (unexpected) winners of the campaign for a fair wageThe agreement between trade unions and businesses revives collective bargaining and curbs ‘pirate’ contracts, without eliminating them entirely. Meloni takes credit for the outcome, Confindustria stands firm on its position, and the proposal for a minimum wage emerges weakened. However, the issues of ‘erga omnes’ and representation remain unresolved.byDario Di Vico13 NOV 26
THE STATEMENTSMessina exposes the flaws of ‘Melonism’Intesa’s No. 1 criticises the reputational damage caused by ‘default-style’ policies. He attacks the ‘South American-style’ measures in the budget, accuses the government of having betrayed its agreements with the banks, and warns of the risks to Italy’s credibility in the eyes of international investors byLuciano Capone13 NOV 26
anger and tenderness (both out of place)Diaco in the Despicable Me style is not as likeable as the Minions, but he is giving it a go.Shouting, threats and then apologies: behind the façade of a ruthless leader lies an aspiring villain who is more awkward than fearsome. What saves him, perhaps, is that chivalrous impulse to defend the elderly – the sole glimmer of humanity amidst the tirade.bySerena Grasso13 NOV 26
Fossils and dinosaurs.Dear Guterres, the energy transition is a serious matterGuterres wants to see fossil fuels disappear like the dinosaurs and accuses lobbies of hindering the transition. But ten years on from the Paris Agreement, consumption of oil, gas and coal continues to rise. Decarbonisation is essential, but it requires investment, a sustainable timeframe and political consensusbyMassimo Nicolazzi13 NOV 26
THE ARTICLEThe healthcare scandal explained by RezzaPolitics has the right and the duty to ask tough questions, request documents and challenge decisions. But it must not confuse scrutiny with humiliation, nor the search for the truth with the search for a scapegoat. If certain members of Fratelli d’Italia have chosen this approach, they should reflect on the institutional implications of their behaviour.byMatteo Bassetti13 NOV 26
The imaginary conspiracyRenzi and Occhiuto, standing side by side, joke about Tajani, who, meanwhile, suspects a conspiracy.The leader of Italia Viva is calling on the reformists within the centre-right to join his party, and the president of Calabria is responding by inviting him to join the centre-right. In this farce, reality and plausibility go hand in hand.bySalvatore Merlo13 NOV 26
BAD SCIENTISTSThe Covid Commission’s trial of Rezza. The charges before the questionsA hearing lasting four hours and twenty minutes, during which the epidemiologist was grilled by MPs from Fratelli d’Italia with personal accusations and criticisms regarding the handling of the pandemic. And no one delved into the critical issues within the healthcare system highlighted by the former Health Ministry official himself as necessary to tackle a future pandemic byEnrico Bucci13 NOV 26
review upasA Place in the Sun: Damiano and Edoardo are finally safeFollowing Inspector Grillo’s death, the two young men are free. All’s well that ends well, but the conclusion to this story is surreal.12 NOV 26
L’Anti-Edipo non esisteJensen Huang’s resignation and chips hanging by a threadThe founder of Nvidia teaches us that The Anti-Oedipus is a hoax: desire has nothing to do with the market.byGiuliano Ferrara12 NOV 26
The letterWaking up to industrial competitivenessThe path to making energy costs sustainable for energy-intensive businesses: flexible PPAs, tools to mitigate price shocks and investment in infrastructure. Why the energy transition and energy independence must not come at the expense of Italian industry’s ability to competebyAnna Mareschi Danieli12 NOV 26
the statementsLandini: “I won’t be standing for election; after the CGIL, I’ll be retiring. Campo Largo? I don’t like the name.”“CGIL, CISL and UIL have worked well together,” says the trade unionist regarding the agreement signed this morning following lengthy negotiations lasting 18 hours between the trade unions and employers’ organisations within Confindustria. He will not be attending tomorrow’s meeting at Palazzo Chigi on the budgetbyRedazione12 NOV 26
The studyIn Rome, 33,823 tourist overnight stays per year for every private hire vehicle licence. The figures behind a service that doesn’t existIt is not just taxis; in the capital, the supply of chauffeur-driven cars is also extremely limited compared with other European capitals. A study compares the number of licences with tourist numbers, showing that Rome’s shortage is not limited to its resident population alonebySergio Tomaselli12 NOV 26
1948–2026Journalist Toni Capuozzo has died; he was 77The news was reported by Tgcom 24, which noted that a few days ago the journalist had announced that he had cancer12 NOV 26
The statementsMessina (Intesa) against the government: “Unbelievable decisions. A ten-year eco-bonus is a South American-style scheme.” And Meloni: “No, it’s a matter of justice”The CEO of Intesa Sanpaolo, who opposes the government’s decisions on the budget, echoes what Il Foglio wrote a few days ago. The Prime Minister replies: “I would have been happier if there had been an agreement, but I think we all realise the situation.”byRedazione12 NOV 26
American footballThe Jacksonville Jaguars have mortgaged their future in a bid to reach the Super BowlThe Florida team’s impressive start to the season has prompted the management to sacrifice future draft picks in order to strengthen the squad and try to win the Vince Lombardi TrophybyMichele Tossani12 NOV 26
The advertisementJensen Huang has resigned with immediate effect as CEO of NvidiaThe CEO is stepping down as head of the chip manufacturer following revelations of two extramarital affairs, one of which was with a senior Chinese executive at Megaspeed, who is suspected of being a spy for Beijing. Colette Kress, the current executive vice-president and CFO, is taking over on an interim basis. Trump: “Tim Cook is the only one who can take his place.”byRedazione12 NOV 26
from San MarinoKimi Antonelli and those things "that need less proving"It was in Monza that the Italian driver truly realised he could become world champion. “I knew I’d have to serve a penalty for the engine and I’d already reckoned on losing points. Instead, on the fifteenth lap, I found myself in first place. At that point, I said to myself: I simply have to win.”byUmberto Zapelloni12 NOV 26
THE CASEFormer Red Brigade member Bertulazzi escapes from house arrest in Buenos Aires by abseiling from the fifth floorSentenced in Italy to 27 years for the kidnapping of the industrialist Pietro Costa, he had been arrested in Argentina in 2024. He left his electronic tag in the flat, wrapped in pork. The Argentine government has offered a reward of 20 million pesos for his capture byRedazione12 NOV 26
Foglio AiPoste is growing. Now it’s Tim’s turnRevenues and profits on the rise, targets confirmed. Del Fante is preparing the financial and insurance division and the 2027 plan: the challenge is to turn integration into new sales and lower costs12 NOV 26
The afternoon meetingThe summit at Palazzo Chigi has concluded: "3,778 schools received threats via email, 77 were evacuated. The instructions given to the prefects worked."The Interministerial Committee for the Security of the Republic met with the aim of preventing unfounded threats from disrupting essential services and ensuring the safety of pupils, teachers, school staff and families, and, more generally, the entire national community. Tomorrow, a small technical working group will meet to establish a framework of procedures and tools aimed at implementing short-, medium- and long-term measures.byRedazione12 NOV 26
after yesterday’s chaosBomb threats: Meloni meets opposition leaders at Palazzo Chigi. “The discussion was constructive, but it is up to the government to provide the answers”Schlein: “No to blank cheques for the government. We have proposed redirecting some resources towards cyber security.” Renzi: “Yesterday’s alert could have been avoided with a good antivirus programme.” The meeting was also attended by the Minister of the Interior, Piantedosi, the Minister of Defence, Crosetto, and the two Deputy Prime Ministers, Tajani and Salvini.byRedazione12 NOV 26
the agreement reached overnightAgreement between trade unions and businesses: faster contract renewals, wages linked to inflation and an end to ‘pirate’ contractsAfter almost eighteen hours of negotiations, a draft framework agreement has been signed between the CGIL, CISL and UIL trade unions and thirteen employers’ organisations. The core of the text focuses on restoring purchasing power, setting firm deadlines for contract renewals and assessing the weighting of the trade unions.12 NOV 26
The editor’s editorialThe real nonsense about school alarmsOver-relying on the precautionary principle is a risk (long live Parini!), but so too is ignoring the vulnerabilities created by false alarms. Cavo Dragone (NATO) reminds us why investing in defence also helps to protect studentsbyClaudio Cerasa12 NOV 26
Grillo’s manoeuvresBeppe Grillo speaks: “Conte at the Quirinale?”The comedian pokes fun at the ‘Wizard of Oz’ at the Colle; he has not entirely ruled out standing for election himself, and on Sunday 22nd he plans to appear on Fazio’s TV programme. A Grillo-led list would have a ‘Vannacci effect’ on the centre-leftbySalvatore Merlo12 NOV 26
ON THE BIG SCREENOshima’s ‘senses’, Russell’s ‘devils’. Scandal is back at the cinemaTwo films from the 1970s are back in cinemas, featuring demonic possessions and sex.byMariarosa Mancuso12 NOV 26
The dataOne in ten Knesset members has lost a family member in war or in terrorist attacksFrom Eisenkot to Shira Shapira, one in ten members of the Israeli parliament has had to bury a family member as a result of terrorism or war. No other democratic parliament in the world bears within its ranks the cost of a permanent war against those who deny the very right of the state to existbyGiulio Meotti12 NOV 26
The split at NvidiaLori Huang, the alleged Chinese spy, and the new aristocracy of tech divorcesFrom MacKenzie Scott to Melinda French Gates, they are less ‘divorced’ than ‘widows with living husbands’. The interesting collective psychological aspect is that one simply cannot imagine them being unhappy; their husbands are the Sisyphuses, whilst they stand atop the mountain, cheerful and philanthropic.byEster Viola12 NOV 26
Rome, the ringleaderD’Amato’s response to Calenda: “There is dialogue with Gualtieri”The Rome secretary of Azione plays down the leader’s statements: “We went to the Campidoglio together; they spoke to each other. If there is to be a round-table discussion, we will certainly ensure that we contribute to drawing up a programme for the city.”byAlessandro Villari12 NOV 26