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Italian journalist's detainment in Iran sparks high-stakes talks over her freedom
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been detained in Iran since Dec. 19 on charges of breaching Islamic law, her plight sparking outrage and a flurry of diplomatic activity involving Rome, Tehran and Washington. This week, Italy's Foreign Ministry summoned the Iranian ambassador, demanding her immediate release.
'Miracle of nature': Bergamot's fragile revival in southern Italy
Growers of bergamot in Reggio Calabria’s unique microclimate wrestle for control of the citrus fruit valued for its complex, fragrant oil and healthy juice.
Dressing the pope's protectors: Meet the master tailor behind one of the world's best-dressed forces
For almost three decades, the Swiss Guard uniforms have been crafted by Ety Cicioni, the Vatican’s head tailor. Maintaining the century-old design of uniform has become a challenge as certain materials, fabrics and sewing techniques have become obsolete
Pope makes Archbishop of Toronto a cardinal. Some praise his humility; others say he's out of touch
Archbishop of Toronto Francis Leo formally joined the College of Cardinals on Saturday, becoming one of five Canadians within the highest rank below the Pope in the Roman Catholic hierarchy.
Pope says claims of genocide in Gaza should be investigated
In a new book, Pope Francis called for an investigation into whether Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza constitutes a genocide, sparking intense debate about the war — and also raising questions about the tangible impact that papal statements have on Catholics and global politics.
Albania has greenlit a Trump-connected resort that could endanger bird and turtle species
Bird species that live in a wetland area in Albania are under threat by two luxury real estate projects — worth an estimated $1.5 billion Cdn — proposed by Ivanka Trump, daughter of U.S. president-elect candidate Donald Trump, and her husband, Jared Kushner.
Economic hope or human rights headache? Italy's migrant camp in Albania sparks debate
Albania, which sits across the Adriatic Sea from Italy, was until the early 1990s one of the most isolated communist regimes in the world. But a new migrant camp in the country, under Italian jurisdiction, represents the first time a European Union country has located the processing of asylum claims offshore.
Analysis
Just call her Giorgia: Italian PM Meloni's transformation from the margins to power broker
As Italians join citizens from 26 other countries to elect a new European parliament, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is displaying the same political acumen and patience that saw her rise from the margins to centre stage in Italy, and transformed her into a power broker in the European Union.
Canada's entry at Venice Biennale shows how glass beads shaped the modern world
Raised in Hamilton, Kapwani Kiwanga is representing Canada at this year's Venice Biennale with a show that explores, glass bead by glass bead, the global power imbalances that resulted from centuries of trade.
Wounded Gazans are receiving care in Italy, but their future in the country is uncertain
Italy has co-ordinated the evacuation of 156 Palestinians from Gaza. But both those who've made it out of the war zone and the NGOs trying to help them say last-minute planning has led to confusion and isolation for evacuees anxious about losing their Palestinian nationality and becoming permanent refugees.