New NATO commander for Europe takes over
US Admiral Mark Ferguson took up his new post as commander of NATO forces in Europe, taking over from another American, Admiral Bruce Clingan.
Mediterranean migrant boat death toll rises to 30
The death toll from the latest Mediterranean migrant boat disaster rose to 30 on Sunday, as Malta said it had found 29 bodies in the vessel's hold and Italy said a Syrian baby had died.
NY mayor delays Italy jaunt over police death crisis
New York's mayor was forced to postpone a criticized family holiday in Italy following the death of a man wrestled to the ground by police officers.
European car market recovers, Peugeot picks up speed
The number of new cars registered in Europe grew for the 10th consecutive month in June, according to industry data published Thursday, adding to evidence the embattled sector is recovering.
EU summit fails to reach deal on top jobs
EU leaders failed to reach agreement as their summit ended early Thursday over who should get the top jobs to steer the 28-nation bloc over the next five years.
Italian Ambassador to Kazakhstan completes his mission
Italian Ambassador to Kazakhstan Alberto Pieri has completed his mission in Kazakhstan.
Italy's military cargo transit from Afghanistan ratified by Kazakhstan's Senate
The Upper Chamber of Kazakhstan’s Parliament has ratified the Agreement between the government of Kazakhstan and Italy on transit of military equipment and personnel via Kazakhstan’s territory.
Italian cruise ship hulk to rise from the waves
An unprecedented operation to refloat the shipwrecked Costa Concordia was set to begin Monday in Italy, with salvage workers attempting to raise the rusty liner from its watery grave on the shores of a rugged Tuscan island.
De Mistura to succeed Brahimi as Syria peace mediator
Italian-Swedish diplomat Staffan de Mistura will be the new UN mediator for Syria, taking on the Herculean task of finding a political solution to the devastating civil war, diplomats say.
Fendi unveils suspended walkway over Rome's Trevi fountain
Fashion house Fendi kicked off the restoration of Rome's famed Trevi Fountain, unveiling a transparent suspended walkway which will give tourists a whole new vantage point of the historic monument.
Around 30 bodies found in migrant boat: Italian authorities
About 30 bodies have been found in a migrant boat which was stopped between Sicily and the North African coast, Italian news agencies reported Monday, citing the navy and coastguard.
La Scala ballet arrives to Astana; Don Quixote premier live at Tengrinews today
La Scala ballet group has arrived to Astana on June 25.
Suarez kicked out of World Cup for biting opponent
Uruguay star Luis Suarez exited the World Cup in shame after being hit with the heaviest suspension in the tournament's history for biting an Italian opponent.
Football: Suarez risks World Cup ban after Italy bite
Uruguay star Luis Suarez faces expulsion from the World Cup for biting as FIFA confirmed it had opened disciplinary proceedings against the player.
Last dangerous chemicals shipped from Syria: watchdog
The last of Syria's declared chemical agents have been shipped from the war-torn country after months of delays and are en route for destruction at sea, the world's chemical watchdog said.
Maria Mudryak to enchant poet with her singing of The Tales of Hoffmann opera
Young Opera singer from Kazakhstan Maria Mudryak will perform Giulietta’s role in The Tales of Hoffmann in Teatro Sociale Como in Italy.
Astana Opera to work with Teatro di San Carlo and La Scala
Astana Opera will sign a memorandum of cooperation with the Real Teatro di San Carlo and Teatro alla Scala.
Roma teen in coma after lynching in France
A Roma teenager was fighting for his life Tuesday after a lynching by a mob who accused him of burglary in a suburb outside the French capital, a police source said.
Ferrari may leave Formula One: report
Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo may pull his team out of Formula One because it "isn't working" and the Italian firm may switch to sports-car competition, he told Friday's Wall Street Journal.
Eni and KazMunaiGas to build shipyard at Caspian Sea
Italian Eni and Kazakhstan's KazMunaiGas will build a shipyard at the Caspian Sea.