Why do cyclists shave their legs – Speed, hygiene, or just aesthetics? The myths and the science of shaved legs Cycling News · Jul 7
6 Cities that could be buried by lava one day without warning: From Naples in Italy to Pahoa in the US Volcanoes have shaped some of the world's most productive landscapes, leaving behind fertile soils, natural harbours and landscapes that have supported communities for centuries. The same geological forces that enrich the land also create hazards that can return with little warning. Around the world, millions of people continue to live… The Times of India · Jul 1
Italians are supporting Scotland at the World Cup – not just because of McTominay IN an advert that went down a storm with the Tartan Army last week, sports brand Adidas deftly slipped in a message to Italian fans who may be… The National (Scotland) · Jun 17
A beloved spaghetti topping is helping empty Italy’s seabeds near Naples, where poachers can remove 1,500 sea urchins in just two hours A beloved Italian pasta dish is causing a crisis. High demand for sea urchins is driving illegal harvesting. Poachers use special equipment to strip the seafloor bare. This disrupts the marine food chain and threatens local fishermen. Conservation efforts are underway, but the future of the Mediterranean depends on mindful… The Times of India · Jun 17
Naples ring road is Italy's first smart road: reshaping future mobility Naples' ring road has been certified by Italy's transport ministry as the country's first Smart Road. Sensors, traffic monitoring and car-to-road communication herald the mobility of tomorrow. Euronews · Jun 11
‘I don’t think we’ve ever felt closer’: five writers on their most memorable family holidays Rallying the kids can be chaotic and frustrating, but from Interrailing all the way to Turkey to Vespa rides in Naples, these trips brought families together The Guardian - UK · Jun 7
In 1748, workers digging near Naples hit painted walls, and Pompeii began returning from ash In a serendipitous turn of events in 1748, excavations near Naples revealed the buried city of Pompeii, a Roman gem preserved by the volcanic fury of Mount Vesuvius. This extraordinary discovery opened a window into the everyday lives of Romans, reshaping archaeological methods to focus on conserving these invaluable sites… The Economic Times · Jun 5
6.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Southern Italy Tuesday morning saw a strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake shake Calabria and the southern regions of Italy, reaching as far as Naples and Palermo. The Times of India · Jun 2
Pope meets grieving families affected by mafia dumping Pope Leo XIV has visited families near Naples affected by illegal toxic dumping linked to the mafia. AAP · May 23
Pope Leo visits Italy's 'Land of Fires' as families seek justice for children lost to toxic waste Families in a toxic-waste polluted area around Naples are preparing to meet Pope Leo XIV during a pastoral visit The Independent UK · May 23
The train is ‘my time machine’: a tour of Naples’ hidden ancient wonders A new film about this corner of southern Italy reveals rarely visited villas, seismic landscapes and a ‘civilisation buried mid-sentence’ – all accessible by train The Guardian - UK · May 23
Naples woken by strong earthquake as tremors hit city A 4.4-magnitude tremor was recorded at dawn on Thursday in Naples. INGV reports that the quake, with its epicentre in the Gulf of Pozzuoli, was 3 kilometres deep. Euronews · May 21
'The system is likely to reach a breaking point': Major Italian volcano is speeding toward a transition, and a major eruption could be on the way Campi Flegrei, a volcanic caldera near Naples, is speeding toward a transition, a new study suggests, but there are still a lot of questions as to whether it will erupt in the near future. LiveScience · May 20
When Nato had to be called in to escape from a museum in Naples Even with enough experience of museums, the visit to Museo Madre - to balance out a trip to Pompeii and its ancient memories with contemporary Italian art - turned out to be a thriller in the city of St Diego The Economic Times · May 16
The Guardian - UK · May 16 La Gradiva review – stunning coming-of-age story of young love and sexual tension Cannes film festival: Marine Atlan’s debut film follows a group of French high-school kids and their long-suffering teacher on a visit to Pompeii and Naples
Euronews · May 16 Naples: 12 thieves arrested for robbing tourists of luxury watches in Spain Spain's National Police, with Italy and Europol, have arrested in Naples 12 members of a gang that robbed tourists of luxury watches in Marbella, Barcelona and Ibiza.
AAP · May 14 Aussie grabs best finish on another crash-hit Giro day Jensen Plowright has enjoyed the best finish yet by an Australian in the 2026 Giro d'Italia but his fourth place only came after another crash in Naples.
Cycling News · May 14 'I really don't get it' - Jonathan Milan slams choice of Giro d'Italia run-in to Naples after crash disrupts final sprint Milan, Magnier held up as Groenewegen suffers another crash on cobbled final corner in Naples
Cycling News · May 14 Giro d'Italia: Davide Ballerini avoids mass crash, speeds to stage 6 victory in Naples Groenewegen, Milan fall, Magnier slams on brakes before sprinting to third
The Independent UK · May 14 Davide Ballerini dodges late pile-up to win stage six of Giro d’Italia The XDS-Astana rider managed to duck a crash on treacherous wet cobbles which took out many of the favourites in Naples
Cycling News · May 14 'If it rains, it's not going to be funny' – Jasper Stuyven warns of potential danger of cobbled sprint finish in Naples at Giro d'Italia Belgian says 'it might be chaos' with Piazza del Plebiscito finale, 'but I think that's the same every time you arrive in a big city'
The Independent UK · May 13 I’ve been to more than 120 cities – these are the six best in Europe for a solo summer break Having visited many European cities alone, Lydia Swinscoe shares her top picks for culture, great food and intriguing neighbourhoods in 2026
Cycling News · May 7 Who can beat Jonathan Milan? Analysing the sprinters of the Giro d'Italia Italian racer headlines sprint line-up, but Kaden Groves and Dylan Groenewegen are among the other top challengers
The Guardian - UK · May 4 ‘Neighbourhood renaissance’: once noble La Sanità in Naples is open for business again After decades in the shadows, the residents of this historic quarter came together to launch local businesses and make the area an attractive proposition once more
Bored Panda · Apr 24 Boy’s Troubled Past Emerges As Parents Are Charged After Fatal Statue Incident With Tourist The parents ignored warning signs of the boy, who allegedly had a dangerous “habit” that ultimately took the tourist’s life, prosecutors said.