After couples decorated the Ponte Milvio on the river Tiber with “love padlocks” for years, they are now being removed with bolt-cutters in order to protect the ancient structure. (more…)
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‘Love padlocks’ removed from Italian bridge
Posted in entertainment, Europe, history, news, tagged Italy, love padlocks, Ponte Milvio, Rome on September 18, 2012| Leave a Comment »
Troops to patrol Italian cities
Posted in Europe, news, politics, tagged Italy, Rome, troops on July 30, 2008| 1 Comment »
The Italian government has announced that, in order to help police fight crime, from next Monday, thousands of troops will be deployed in Italian cities. “Sensitive” sites, like train stations and embassis, will be guarded by about 2 000 troops, while another 1 000 will go on street patrols with police. Some troops will also guard migrant holding centres. (more…)
Right-wing mayor in Rome
Posted in Europe, news, politics, tagged election, Gianni Alemanno, Italy, right-wing, Rome on April 29, 2008| Leave a Comment »
Rome’s mayor poll has been won by a right-wing candidate. It is the first time in 15 years that the Italian capital will be controlled by the right. (more…)
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