Vatican Confirms Pope Invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ TEC News / AFP January 21, 2026 Rome admits that Pope Leo XIV received Trump’s invitation, saying it “demands a little time to be considered.”
Legendary Italian Fashion Designer Valentino Dies Aged 93 TEC News / AFP January 20, 2026 One of the top designers of his era, Valentino’s creations were worn by the who’s who of the international elite.
Two People Critically Injured Following Immigrant Gang Attacks in Rome Zolta Győri January 12, 2026 A manhunt is underway for the suspects of the attack who are still on the run.
Pope Leo XIV Closes St Peter’s Holy Door, Concluding 2025 Jubilee Year TEC News / AFP January 6, 2026 The Epiphany ceremony and mass marked the close of a year-long period of reflection, penance, and pilgrimage for Catholics worldwide.
Millions Visited Vatican During Rare Two-Pope Jubilee Year TEC News / AFP January 5, 2026 Rome hosted 35 major Catholic events during the 2025 Jubilee year, including youth festivals and canonisation ceremonies.
Pope Meets Lawmakers; Stresses Europe’s Christian Roots TEC News / AFP December 10, 2025 Pontiff emphasised that Europe’s cultural and moral heritage offers the groundwork for tackling today’s social and political challenges.
Meloni Talks More Sense than European Counterparts on Ukraine Michael Curzon December 10, 2025 The Italian PM told Zelensky that the benefits of peace are greater than the costs of what appears as a surrender.
Zelensky in Rome: Revised Peace Proposals To Be Sent to Washington After European Talks TEC News / AFP December 9, 2025 The Ukrainian president said his country’s leadership has no “moral or legal right” to give up land.
Life Imprisonment: Italy Declares Femicide a Stand-Alone Crime TEC News / AFP November 26, 2025 Rome’s landmark criminal justice reform comes as global data shows women remain far more likely to be killed by partners or family members than by strangers.
18-Year-Old Woman Raped in Rome TEC News November 25, 2025 Three men have been arrested in connection with the attack in the Italian capital: investigators are now examining digital and DNA evidence.
