Italy Commemorates Holocaust Remembrance Day on Auschwitz Liberation’s 80th Anniversary
Marking the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasized the enduring importance of combating antisemitism during Holocaust Remembrance Day. She recalled the atrocities of the Shoah, where millions, including Jewish men, women, and children, were systematically persecuted and exterminated under Nazi and Fascist regimes. Meloni highlighted the complicity of Italy’s racial laws and deportations, noting that antisemitism remains a persistent global threat. She praised the courage of the “Righteous Among the Nations” and survivors like Sami Modiano, whose testimonies ensure the memory endures. Meloni reaffirmed the government’s commitment to its new National Strategy against Antisemitism, aiming to eliminate this abhorrent phenomenon from society.
Italian Woman Strangled in London: Police Seek Witnesses
Jamila Tsiwah, a 31-year-old Italian woman of Ghanaian descent, was found strangled in her home in Croydon, South London, on January 20. A 21-year-old homeless man, Larry Nimoh, who reportedly knew Jamila and had been helped by her, was arrested in connection with the murder. Originally from Verona, Jamila had lived in England since the age of 20, earning a degree from the University of West London and working in university administration. The police, led by Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila, have appealed to the public for witnesses, urging anyone who was near Bensham Lane between 6 and 7 PM on the evening of the murder to come forward with any information that might assist the investigation.
Jannik Sinner’s Limbo: Triumph Amid Uncertainty
In a parallel universe, Jannik Sinner’s dominance is absolute, but in reality, the tennis world holds its breath. After his third Grand Slam victory, Sinner remains in a precarious position as the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) prepares to rule in April on WADA’s appeal regarding the Clostebol case. While Sinner maintains his innocence, the uncertainty casts a shadow over his achievements. International media, including The Athletic, highlights the broader implications: Will Sinner’s absence elevate Djokovic or open the door for players like Zverev? Despite the external noise, Sinner’s mental resilience shines. “I know exactly what happened, and that’s how I block out the negativity,” he said post-victory. His coach Darren Cahill described the court as Sinner’s “safe place,” but until the verdict in Lausanne, Sinner—and the tennis world—can only wait.
Andrea Rizzoli on His Mother Eleonora Giorgi’s Illness: A Journey of Love and Farewell
Andrea Rizzoli, son of actress Eleonora Giorgi and publisher Angelo Rizzoli, opens up about his mother’s battle with pancreatic cancer in his book Non ci sono buone notizie (There Are No Good News). Speaking to Corriere della Sera, he shared, “We’ll do everything to make her remaining time pleasant, though we can’t extend it. We’ve savored every moment with an intensity we couldn’t imagine before.” Rizzoli reminisces about poignant memories, like skipping school to visit the Galleria Borghese with his mother, and shares anecdotes involving icons like Pino Daniele, Marcello Mastroianni, and Michele Placido. He highlights the crucial support of his half-brother Paolo, son of Giorgi and Massimo Ciavarro, in navigating their mother’s illness. Rizzoli also credits Paolo’s son, Gabriele, as a “living medicine” for Giorgi, bringing joy to her daily life during these challenging times.
Thousands Return to Northern Gaza: A Journey Without a Home
Thousands of displaced Palestinians have begun their return to northern Gaza, nearly 16 months after being forced to flee. Stretching for miles, the column includes men, women, and children carrying their belongings in plastic bags, traveling on foot, bicycles, wheelchairs, or donkeys, with makeshift carts holding mattresses and supplies. The area they are returning to is devastated—neighborhoods destroyed by Israeli forces and booby-trapped by Hamas. According to the New York Times, one father improvised a stroller for his child using wheels attached to a plastic box. Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir condemned the reopening of the coastal road as a “total surrender.”
