Italy bought Antonello da Messina's Ecce Homo for $14.9 million and avoided its auction
The Italian government purchased the 'Ecce Homo' by Antonello da Messina for $14.9 million, preventing its auction by Sotheby's.
Three hunters killed, the confession of the only suspect: "I took part in the shooting"
The only suspect in the triple murder of three hunters in Italy has confessed to being present and participating in the shooting.
‘Bring it back’: Sicilians say Antonello da Messina’s Ecce Homo belongs with them
Sicilians are advocating for the return of Antonello da Messina's masterpiece Ecce Homo, recently purchased by the Italian government at auction, due to the historical and cultural significance tied to their city.
Record Auctions in New York: Old Masters Reach New Heights
Record-breaking auctions in New York have seen exceptional prices for works by Michelangelo, Rembrandt, and Artemisia Gentileschi, while Italy celebrates the acquisition of a poignant masterpiece by Antonello da Messina.
Messina at the helm of Assarmatori. Unanimously voted until 2030
The Associazione Assarmatori unanimously re-elected Stefano Messina as its leader for another four-year term amid a challenging maritime transport landscape.
Stefano Messina confirmed as the head of Assarmatori
Stefano Messina has been unanimously re-elected as the President of Assarmatori for the 2026-2030 term during an assembly held in Rome.
Salini: "Key infrastructures of the future, enough with the gentlemen of no, the bridge will be built"
Pietro Salini asserts the importance of investing in infrastructure for Italy's future, emphasizing the necessity of overcoming opposition to projects like the Strait of Messina bridge.
Bridge, the government document that certifies the long delays. The new resolution only in June
The Italian government has announced that a new resolution regarding the long-delayed bridge over the Strait of Messina will not be ready until June, contrary to earlier claims by Matteo Salvini.
Italy buys the painting Ecce Homo by Antonello da Messina at Sotheby's for over 12 million euros
Italy has purchased the 'Ecce Homo' painting by Antonello da Messina for approximately 12.5 million euros at Sotheby's, highlighting its significant cultural value.
Italy buys the Antonello da Messina that forever changed the Ecce Homo
Italy's State collections are acquiring a significant piece by Antonello da Messina, likely destined for Naples' Capodimonte Museum, amidst ongoing speculation in the art world.
Green light for the decree on the Bridge
The Council of Ministers has approved the decree for the construction of the Bridge over the Strait of Messina, marking a decisive step towards the project's realization and adhering to the Court of Auditors' observations.
Bridge over the Strait, green light for the decree: all the details
The Meloni government has officially approved the decree law for the Messina Strait Bridge, addressing urgent provisions related to extraordinary commissioners and concessions for the infrastructure.
Intesa reveals the plan, focus on services
Today, Intesa Sanpaolo's CEO Carlo Messina will officially open the season for new industrial plans in the Italian banking sector during a significant regime change.
Ninni Bruschetta is Matteo Messina Denaro: "Diving into evil was a burden"
Actor Ninni Bruschetta shares his reflections on portraying the notorious criminal Matteo Messina Denaro, acknowledging the moral complexities involved in portraying such a character.
Killed in Iran Yasin Mirzaei, student from the University of Messina: his colleagues take to the streets
Students from Messina protested in memory of Yasin Mirzaei, an Iranian student killed during protests against the Islamic regime in Iran.
The dark origin of the Cosa Nostra: the neighborhood boy who forged the mafia empire
This article delves into the origins of the Cosa Nostra, a notorious criminal organization founded in the mid-19th century in Sicily, highlighting its enduring traditions and the recent death of its last boss, Matteo Messina Denaro.
Strong earthquake off the coast of Calabria: magnitude 5.1. Felt also in Messina
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake was recorded off the southeastern coast of Calabria, with no reported damages according to civil protection authorities.
Earthquake magnitude 5.1 felt in Reggio Calabria
A strong earthquake measuring 5.1 was felt at 05:53 in Reggio Calabria, with numerous reports from Messina and other areas in Sicily and Calabria.