Attilio Fontana is in the news over Lombardy’s latest political shake-up. He’s been Lombardy’s president since 2018, leading a center-right coalition.
The US ICE agency will support security at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, prompting protests and political debate in Italy. Despite official statements that ICE's role is limited to US delegation security, concerns over human rights and US immigration policies persist. The event runs from February 6 to 22, 2026.
As of February 4, 2026, ICE's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) unit is deployed in Italy for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, limited to advisory roles within US diplomatic missions. Despite official assurances, the presence has sparked protests and political backlash in Italy, with concerns rooted in ICE's controversial US immigration enforcement and recent violent incidents in Minneapolis.
Support for Venezuela's ruling party is declining at the grassroots level, with reports of falling participation and support, amid economic uncertainty and internal fractures following Maduro's detention. The opposition and interim government face challenges in maintaining unity and influence.
During the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, condom supplies were depleted within three days due to higher-than-expected demand. Organizers are replenishing stocks, highlighting the tradition of athletes taking condoms as gifts. The story underscores the ongoing focus on safe sex and athlete behavior at the Games.