Prada to buy Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion
Prada Group said Thursday it has agreed to buy rival fashion house Versace in a deal valued at $1.4 billion.
Italy
Stabbing deaths of 2 women college students spark outrage in Italy
The brutal killings of two students within days of each other have unleashed a wave of anger and calls for a "cultural revolution" against violence towards women.
Rare life-sized statues of toga-clad couple found in Pompeii tomb
The couple may have been married, and the woman appears to have been a priestess, researchers said.
Tesla EVs, charging stations targeted by possible arson in Italy and France
Tesla has been the target of protests around the world amid owner Elon Musk's affiliation with the Trump administration and his backing of European far-right parties.
Thai official sees "something suspicious" in quake toppling Bangkok tower
Officers questioned four Chinese men who were found removing 32 files from containers behind the collapsed building, a police official said.
Celebrating Vespa style
The Vespa, the sporty Italian motorbike, is as much a fashion accessory as it is a set of wheels. Seth Doane visits the Vespa factory in Pontedera, Italy, and takes a trip through Rome with Annie Ojile, an American expat who started a Vespa tour company, Scooteroma. Originally broadcast on May 21, 2017.
"Security incident" prompts 3-hour lockdown at U.S. Navy base in Italy
An unspecified "security incident" at U.S. Naval Air Station Sigonella in Italy prompted a shelter-in-place order for several hours.
Flight from New York to India diverted to Rome after security concern
Two Italian military fighter jets flanked American Airlines Flight 292 as it arrived but the Federal Aviation Administration did not elaborate on what was the security issue aboard the plane.
Vatican says Pope in stable condition
The Vatican said Pope Francis is doing a bit better after being diagnosed with pneumonia in both of his lungs. The pontiff has been hospitalized for nearly a week. CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane has the update.
Vatican: Pope Francis has "peaceful night"
Pope Francis is still hospitalized for double pneumonia with the Vatican saying the pontiff had a "peaceful night." CBS News senior foreign correspondent Seth Doane has the latest on Pope Francis' condition.
"Monumental necropolis" of 200 ancient tombs unearthed in Italy
Italian archaeologists have uncovered a complex, ancient necropolis that may shed new light on the elite members of an ancient Alpine society.
Fugitive who "disappeared without a trace" after bombing is arrested
Salvatore Vespertino had been on the run since 2023 from an eight-year prison sentence for having severely wounded a police bomb squad officer in 2017.
Police blitz targeting mafia nets nearly 150 arrests: "Historic blow"
Warrants were issued against a total of 183 people, 36 of whom were already in custody, for crimes including attempted murder, extortion and drug trafficking, police said.
Remains of U.S. soldier who vanished during WWII are identified
U.S. Army Pfc. Robert L. Bryant, 23, went missing after encountering a four-man patrol in Italy.
3 young brothers drown in Mediterranean Sea, rescue group says
The body of a 3-year-old was plucked from the sea during the rescue on Sunday, while a 2-year-old died on board the rescue vessel, the group said.
"Extremely dangerous" Italian mafia members captured in Spain
The suspects were "one of the heads of a dangerous family clan" of the Neapolitan Camorra, his son, and his son-in-law, police said.
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
Iran frees Italian journalist held for 3 weeks with no explanation
It's believed that Iran detained Italian journalist Cecilia Sala to use as a bargaining chip for the release of two Iranians held by Italy and the U.S.
Trump praises Meloni for having "taken Europe by storm" during visit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attended a documentary about Trump ally John Eastman's attempts to overthrow the results of the 2020 election.
Italian government says journalist detained in Iran
Italy's Foreign Ministry says it's trying to "clarify the legal situation of Cecilia Sala" more than a week after she was detained while reporting in Iran.
2,500-year-old shipwreck and anchors discovered off coast of Sicily
A shipwreck dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. was discovered earlier this year off the coast of Sicily, Italian officials said.
Dozens of migrants feared dead after girl found alive in sea off Italy
A rescue group "heard the calls in the darkness" of the girl after midnight while heading to another emergency.
How mafias cash in by preying on hotels, restaurants in Italy
Organized crime groups preying on vulnerable companies are taking home $3.5 billion a year, a research institute warned.
Pope Francis installs 21 new cardinals, many key figures in his reform agenda
Pope Francis will have created 110 of the 140 cardinals under 80, thus eligible to vote in a conclave.
Catholic nun arrested for bringing mafia messages to prisoners
An Italian nun was arrested Thursday as part of a long investigation that led to the arrests of 25 suspects and the seizure of over 1,800,000 euros.
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Election Day 2025 results: Spanberger projected to win VA governor's race
Voters headed to the polls today in Virginia, New Jersey, California and New York City, in the biggest races since President Trump's win. Follow live results here.
At least 3 killed in UPS plane crash near Louisville airport, governor says
A shelter-in-place has been issued after a UPS plane crashed near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, officials said.
Government shutdown becomes longest in U.S. history after failed Senate vote
The Senate failed for the 14th time to advance a bill to end the government shutdown, now the longest in U.S. history. Follow live updates here.
Maps show election results for New Jersey, Virginia governor's races
See the live race results in the major races in the 2025 elections in Virginia and New Jersey, with other races to come.
Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins Virginia governor's race, CBS News projects
Democrat Abigail Spanberger will be Virginia's next governor, CBS News projects, defeating Republican Winsome Earle-Sears after a race dominated by President Trump.
Outline of potential shutdown deal emerges as senators continue talks
Senators are discussing a deal that would fund the government alongside long-term appropriations bills in exchange for a vote on extending health care tax credits.
Border Patrol agent testifies sandwich thrown at him "exploded all over"
Sean Dunn has been charged with a misdemeanor felony count for throwing a sandwich at a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent during President Trump's federal takeover of D.C.
Some U.S. airspace might be closed if shutdown continues, Duffy says
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency may need to close "certain parts of the airspace" if the shutdown continues.
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Dems seek details on Epstein co-conspirator probe that was "inexplicably killed"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein provided the Justice Department with "precise and detailed" information about 20 alleged co-conspirators, House Democrats say.