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This week European authorities have confirmed dozens of hoax bomb threats against passenger flights and some media outlets. At least 35 aircraft have been threatened, several flights have been diverted or searched and multiple countries have scrambled fighter jets; no explosives or injuries have been reported and investigations are ongoing.
Threats sent by email to dozens of schools across Ireland, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Italy have prompted evacuations and urgent investigations. Italian Premier Meloni says there is no concrete danger and condemns the hoaxes as aimed at generating alarm. Authorities are treating the emails as hoaxes, with no injuries reported.
Multiple European flights have been diverted or searched following a wave of hoax threats across borders. Airports in several countries have reported disruptions, with authorities investigating possible links to hybrid warfare and state actors.
The dress once worn by Princess Diana at the Serpentine fundraising dinner is expected to fetch up to $220,000 at Sotheby’s, London. The gown, by Christina Stambolian, has toured globally ahead of the December sale, with part of the proceeds supporting NHS Lothian Charity.
Como has risen from bankruptcy to Serie A, earning a first Champions League campaign. To honour long-serving fans, Mirwan Suwarso and other directors are surrendering their tickets for Como’s home opener against RB Leipzig, ensuring elderly supporters attend amid UEFA capacity rules.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced the government will abolish a widely unpopular tax and plans to adopt the measure at Wednesday's cabinet meeting. The reform accompanies a new electoral law designed to deliver clearer winners and oppositions, party lawmakers say ahead of a key vote.
Gucci is leveraging a purpose-built shopfront as part of a strategic push to revive sales, with Demna aiming to anchor the brand at the intersection of fashion and commerce. The move follows a period of weaker revenue and leadership shifts, signaling a new phase for the label.
Milan Fashion Week has featured Giorgio Armani’s posthumous evolution, with evolving leadership and a stake sale under discussion. Prada, Bottega Veneta, and Armani’s house reveal a path toward spring/summer 2027, balancing legacy with reinvention. Dario Vitale’s expanded role signals creative continuity while talks on a 15% stake progress.
France and Italy play to a 1-1 draw in Paris as Olise nets a late winner for France in a tense Nations League clash; Donnarumma and Bastoni rescue Italy with key saves and a late Upamecano red card alters the game.
EuroLeague shareholder clubs have rejected the NBA’s proposal for a single European league in a meeting in Cernobbio, with plans to convert licenses into franchises and to increase the number of franchises. The discussions come as the NBA eyes a 2027 European launch and large entry fees are reported.
Napoli were pegged back by Roma’s late equaliser as Balerdi completed a stoppage-time brace to secure a 2-2 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Earlier, McTominay had looked to have won it for Napoli, but Roma’s substitute headed home from a corner to level before the decisive strike. Como also won, while Milan’s woes continued with a 0-0 draw.
Bayer Leverkusen has secured a third consecutive Europa League win, beating OFI Crete 2-0 with a Jonas Hofmann double. Juventus is held to a 2-2 draw by Rennes after a late winner is ruled out by VAR. Sunderland’s draw in Poland accompanies a busy night of European action.
Youth-led protests against rising living costs have turned violent in Milan, Bologna and other northern cities. Police have used tear gas and water cannon to disperse masked demonstrators who have thrown stones, set fires and looted shops. Authorities have arrested dozens, many of them minors, and political leaders have condemned the disorder.
France has imposed curfews, local protest bans and increased police deployments after riots on October 17 that saw looting, arson and widespread clashes. President Emmanuel Macron has convened a defence council and blamed organised ultra-left groups for sedition. Authorities have arrested thousands and have promised a larger security operation for upcoming demonstrations.
Riot-driven unrest in France is fueling political rhetoric in the United States, with conservatives drawing links between French protests and domestic debates on immigration, security, and governance. European leaders are grappling with how to restore order while voters weigh future policy directions.
Truckers’ strike over diesel costs, driven by the Iran war, has disrupted buffalo mozzarella supply in southern Italy, causing production to stall and shelves to dip. Government has announced tax relief and aid for affected farmers and truckers; dairies warn of ongoing blockades as costs rise and milk accumulates.
AC Milan fans are boycotting an away match as AC Milan protests high ticket prices for visiting supporters, with prices at €65 and a call for a league-wide cap; Milan threatens reciprocity and charitable funding, while other clubs’ pricing and league rules are under scrutiny.
Protests across France have intensified over the cost of living, education funding, and public spending. Authorities are imposing curfews, gathering bans, and increased police deployments as demonstrations widen and violence erupts in several cities.
Italian authorities have expanded security deployments as protests by the October 17 Movement and allied groups intensify across Milan and Rome. Minors figure prominently among those detained; authorities warn of harsher penalties while police increase monitoring and drone surveillance.
Protests across Albania have intensified as students, teachers and citizens call for lower tuition, better schools and the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Security forces have used water cannons, tear gas and rubber bullets amid clashes outside the education ministry, with injuries and detentions reported.
Hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets across France to protest school conditions and rising living costs. Police have arrested nearly 1,000 people and deployed about 70,000 officers; riot units have fired tear gas and used water cannon in Paris, Marseille, Lyon and other cities. Authorities say violence was lower than last week but rights groups have criticised police tactics.
Italy has seen nationwide protests fueled by student actions and a general strike called by USB. Demonstrations in multiple cities have drawn workers, teachers and pensioners, with clashes limited to minor skirmishes in some hubs. The government has introduced new budget measures and warned against violence as it seeks to balance cost-of-living relief with security concerns.
France faces a high-risk Halloween with protests planned nationwide. Interior Minister Nuñez has banned central Paris marches, heightened police presence, and warned of possible unrest after dark. Demonstrations have surged since late September, with youth-led and union groups demanding action on education costs, living expenses, and police conduct. Courts have restricted routes and curfews have been imposed for minors in key areas.
Protests led by Gen Z regelt have intensified this weekend, with thousands taking to streets in Germany, France and beyond. Authorities report injuries and arrests as demonstrations challenge living costs and policy, while some cities faced clashes after dark.
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has proposed buying out his Delfin Sarl co-owners to consolidate control of the EssilorLuxottica empire, backed by an undisclosed international institution. The move aims to block a rival bid from Michal Strnad and stabilize governance after a slide in stock value. Public disclosures and interviews outline the bold plan and its financial scaffolding as the family feud intensifies.
Since Tuesday, at least seven passenger flights across Europe have reported bomb threats. Authorities have searched aircraft in Poland, Italy, Spain, Bulgaria and elsewhere; fighter jets have escorted at least one flight and a Warsaw airport briefly closed. All planes have landed safely and searches have found no explosives.
The Vatican has described a brief meeting between Bob Dylan and Pope Leo, with Dylan presenting his autobiography and Leo gifting a rosary. The exchange follows Leo’s references to Dylan’s 1963 protest song Go Away You Bomb in a 2026 work, and comes during Dylan’s Italian tour dates.
European flights have faced a wave of bomb threats this week, prompting searches, diversions and government statements. Finnair and LOT report threats to Helsinki–Rome/Vienna and Warsaw–Brussels routes, with some planes escorted, diverted or evacuated. Authorities say threats are often unfounded while tightening security across EU airspace.
France has named Pablo Pagis in their 23-man squad for Nations League fixtures as Kylian Mbappé returns from injury. Pagis replaces the injured Akliouche, with Zidane balancing a squad hit by several injuries. France leads Group A1 with 10 points after four games.
France sees ongoing protests against the rising cost of living as presidential elections approach. Demonstrations across major cities have continued, with clashes in Paris and Lyon. Police deploy around 70,000 personnel; unions report hundreds of thousands taking part, while authorities cite lower turnout than last week.
Italian Deputy Prime Minister Tajani reports days of cyber-attacks exposing personal data amid a spate of European hoax threats. Meloni expresses solidarity and vows determination as authorities coordinate with allies to defend digital fronts against ongoing threats.
Leonardo Bertulazzi, a former Red Brigades member awaiting extradition to Italy, has escaped house arrest in Buenos Aires after tampering with an ankle monitor. He descended from a fifth-floor balcony, navigated a neighboring terrace, and disappeared into the city as authorities launch a manhunt. The escape follows Argentina revoking his refugee status under Milei and Italy pressing for recapture.