Summit in Paris on Ukraine Security Amid Rising Tensions
A summit on Ukraine and European security will be held in Paris on Monday, February 17th, with President Emmanuel Macron hosting an informal meeting with leaders from Germany, the UK, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will also attend. The summit aims to devise a shared peace plan in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s ongoing negotiations with Russia. The meeting follows growing concerns from Ukrainian President Zelensky at the Munich Security Conference, where he stressed that Ukraine should not be sidelined in discussions and called for the creation of a European defense force. Meanwhile, in Ukraine, over 100,000 people in Mykolaiv were left without heating after a Russian Shahed drone attack hit critical infrastructure, demonstrating the ongoing threats to civilian life. Zelensky vowed to continue working with partners to strengthen defenses and push for peace.
Earthquake Shakes Campi Flegrei: 203 Tremors in Four Days
The ground in the Campi Flegrei area has shaken again, with two strong tremors on Sunday, both of magnitude 3.9. The first occurred at 3:30 PM, and the second, a replica, hit at 12:19 AM on Monday. The epicenter was located between Pozzuoli and Bacoli, with tremors felt as far as Naples. This follows a series of seismic activities, with at least 11 earthquakes of magnitude over 2 in the past three days. Since Saturday, a seismic swarm has been ongoing, registering 203 tremors, including the strongest at 3.9 magnitude. Local authorities are monitoring the situation and will provide further updates in the coming hours.
Family Pitbull Kills 9-Month-Old Baby in Acerra: A History of Aggression
In Acerra, near Naples, a 9-month-old baby tragically lost her life when the family’s pitbull attacked her in her sleep. The attack occurred overnight between Saturday and Sunday, while the baby’s father, who was sleeping beside her, remained unaware of the aggression. Initially, he falsely claimed to hospital staff that a stray dog was responsible. The mother, meanwhile, was not at home, working during the incident. Neighbors revealed that the pitbull had been aggressive in the past, even killing a smaller dog in the building’s courtyard a year ago. Despite previous warnings about the dog’s behavior, the couple, young and hardworking, dismissed concerns, claiming their dog was harmless. The pitbull has been seized by veterinary authorities, and the family’s home has been sealed off for investigation.
Luca Canfora’s Mysterious Death: Family Demands Further Investigation Into Possible Homicide
Luca Canfora, a 51-year-old renowned costume designer, was found dead in the sea off Capri on September 1, 2023, during the filming of Paolo Sorrentino’s Parthenope. Initially, the investigation focused on suicide, but recent developments have prompted the family to demand a more thorough examination, including the possibility of homicide. The body was discovered below the cliffs where a suicide scene was being filmed for the movie. However, the autopsy showed no fractures, raising questions since the cliffs would likely have caused injury upon impact. Canfora’s brother, Giuseppe, who rejected the suicide theory, has requested a second opinion from forensic expert Luciano Garofano and is scheduled to meet with authorities on February 18. The family is determined to uncover the truth, with Giuseppe stating that the condition of his brother’s body and his normal behavior prior to the death contradict the suicide theory.
Olly Wins Sanremo 2023: A New Voting System Rewarding Merit
In a dramatic conclusion to the 75th Sanremo Festival, Olly triumphed with 31% of the televote, leveraging his strong performance across the entire week, especially in the early stages. Lucio Corsi dominated the final phase, leading in all three juries during the top five phase, but ultimately fell short. The new voting system, introduced to address last year’s issues, counted cumulative votes from all nights, ensuring that artists who performed consistently well, like Olly, were rewarded. Despite Corsi’s late surge, the final rankings saw Olly finish first, followed by Lucio Corsi and Brunori Sas, with the top three being celebrated for their authenticity and talent. The formula, described by Rai’s Claudio Fasulo as “meritocratic,” aimed to spotlight deserving artists while maintaining fairness throughout the competition.
