News from Rome today
Italy's lower house of parliament has approved a contested electoral reform bill championed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Key Headlines from Rome & Italy
• Electoral Reform Approved:
Lawmakers passed the new proportional electoral law (227 to 164) featuring a majority seat bonus for any coalition winning over 42% of the vote ahead of next year's national election.
• East Rome Suburbs Crime:
Local police and residents report a string of recent bomb attacks rattling neighborhoods in eastern Rome.
• Student Protests:
Demonstrations and school occupations (including at Cavour) have caused friction and street tensions in the capital.
• Major Wine Heist:
Police are investigating a record theft of 30,000 bottles of wine valued at €5 million in Italy.
• Rome Film Fest Preview:
Organisers announced that Oscar-winner Julianne Moore will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the upcoming 21st edition of the festival.
Key Headlines from Rome & Italy
• Electoral Reform Approved:
Lawmakers passed the new proportional electoral law (227 to 164) featuring a majority seat bonus for any coalition winning over 42% of the vote ahead of next year's national election.
• East Rome Suburbs Crime:
Local police and residents report a string of recent bomb attacks rattling neighborhoods in eastern Rome.
• Student Protests:
Demonstrations and school occupations (including at Cavour) have caused friction and street tensions in the capital.
• Major Wine Heist:
Police are investigating a record theft of 30,000 bottles of wine valued at €5 million in Italy.
• Rome Film Fest Preview:
Organisers announced that Oscar-winner Julianne Moore will receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the upcoming 21st edition of the festival.
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