Ministers to Brief Parliament on Almasri Case Tomorrow
Ministers Carlo Nordio and Matteo Piantedosi are set to brief Parliament tomorrow at 12:15 on the Almasri case involving Libyan General Osama Almasri, who is accused of crimes against humanity and was expelled from Italy following his release on January 21. This update was reportedly announced during a meeting of parliamentary group leaders, according to insider sources.
Bologna Completes Massive Reno Canal Cleanup Amid Ongoing Flood Risks
After the October floods, which caused widespread damage and approximately €10 million in losses, over 3,000 tons of silt and debris have been removed from Bologna’s Reno canal—a key waterway created in the Middle Ages that, alongside the Savena and Navile canals, has been severely impacted by intense rainfall and landslides. The extensive cleanup and repair works, part of the tram red line project, not only restored the canal but also uncovered a 70-year-hidden stretch along Via Riva di Reno in central Bologna. Meanwhile, the Canali di Bologna consortium announced that further repair efforts will soon commence on the damaged, partially covered Ghisiliera channel and additional sections of the Savena canal, highlighting the urgent need for structural interventions to improve water retention on the hills and mitigate future flood risks.
February 5th Strike Disrupts Transport in Lombardy and Nationwide Airports
From 3 AM on Wednesday, February 5th, to 2 AM on Thursday, February 6th, the Orsa union has called for a strike affecting regional and suburban trains in Lombardy, as well as Malpensa Express and S50 Malpensa Aeroporto-Bellinzona connections. Train schedules may be altered or cancelled, with specific guaranteed services operating from 6 AM to 9 AM and 6 PM to 9 PM. Bus replacements will be available for cancelled airport services between Milan Cadorna and Malpensa Aeroporto, as well as between Stabio and Malpensa. Additionally, a 24-hour strike by airport handling staff, affecting major airports across Italy, including Malpensa, Fiumicino, and others, may cause disruptions. Passengers are advised to check their flight status on ENAC’s website or directly with their airline.
16-Year Sentence for Victor Ulinici in 2023 Bicycle Throwing Incident
Victor Ulinici has been sentenced to 16 years in prison by the Turin Court of Appeal for his involvement in the case of throwing a bicycle into the riverbank of the Murazzi in January 2023, seriously injuring Palermo student Mauro Glorioso. The court denied the defendant any mitigating factors, in line with the Supreme Court’s decision to annul the previous sentence of 10 years and 8 months.
Doctor Saves His Cat After Six-Story Fall, Faces Internal Investigation
Gianluca Fanelli, a radiologist at Aosta’s Parini Hospital, saved his cat Athena after she fell from a six-story condominium rooftop. The cat suffered severe injuries, including fractures, lung detachment, and possible internal organ damage. Despite the risk, Fanelli performed a radiological scan and emergency drainage to treat her pneumothorax, allowing her to breathe again. While the hospital’s health authority has launched an internal investigation, Fanelli expressed his willingness to cover any potential financial damages caused by his actions, emphasizing his responsibility as a medical professional committed to saving lives, even for his pets.
