President Sergio Mattarella has signed the new electoral reform, referred to as "Melonellum," into law. This action has prompted an immediate appeal to the Consultative Council by opposition groups and spurred public mobilizations against the controversial legislation. The Five Star Movement has also taken steps regarding Onorato in response to the law.

La Stampa: New Electoral Law

A decisive vote is expected today on a new electoral law.

la Repubblica: Melonellum, appeal to the Consultative and mobilizations: the campaign of the…

The electoral law, known as "Melonellum," is facing an appeal to the Consultative Council, with a campaign launched by 300 individuals. The Five Star Movement (M5S) has made a move concerning Onorato.

Il Post: The History of Italy's Electoral Laws: From 'Stabilicum' to 'Porcellum'

This story delves into the history of Italian electoral laws, exploring how satirical Latin phrases have evolved into political traditions that politicians exploit, and examines the new electoral law, detailing its provisions like majority bonuses, preferences, and blocked candidate lists.

la Repubblica: The Quirinale: Mattarella signs the reform, the Colle's corrections already…

President Mattarella has signed a reform, with corrections from the Presidential Palace (Colle) already incorporated during the legislative process.

Former Sicilian Regional Vice President Gaetano Armao is under investigation for corruption, with allegations of 'small sums' found by workers and a bribe reportedly pocketed in the Senate. A Forza Italia deputy in Sicily is also implicated in the probe.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Armao, 'small sums' in pendulum found by workers

An investigation reveals that 'Mr. Bartolozzi' allegedly sent half a bribe to his ex-wife, with the sums found by chance by workers. A Forza Italia deputy in Sicily is also under investigation.

A paradox in the Italian pension system has been highlighted, revealing that individuals who have not contributed may be eligible for social allowances exceeding benefits for those who have worked. Separately, the inflation adjustment for former elected officials' pensions has been cancelled, leading to protests and threats of legal action.

Corriere della Sera: Pension Paradox: Those who haven't contributed may receive a higher allowance…

A report highlights a paradox in the Italian pension system where individuals who have not paid contributions may be eligible for a social allowance of up to 768 euros, potentially exceeding the benefits of those who have worked and contributed.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Inflation adjustment for ex-politicians' pensions scrapped

The adjustment of pensions for former elected officials to account for inflation has been cancelled, leading to protests and threats of legal action from the ex-politicians.

US investment funds and tech giants are increasingly acquiring Italian data centers, raising concerns about national sovereignty. A new campus near Rome is being developed by Digital Realty Trust, with major US funds as shareholders.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: US investors and tech giants own data centers, risking sovereignty

US investment funds and tech giants are acquiring Italian data centers, raising concerns about national sovereignty. A new campus near Rome is being built by Digital Realty Trust, with major US funds as shareholders.

Journalist and writer Mario Calabresi has announced his intention to run for Mayor of Milan, expressing his readiness for primaries and highlighting the city's need for increased attention and care.

Corriere della Sera: Mario Calabresi to run for Milan Mayor: 'Ready for primaries'

Former journalist Mario Calabresi has announced his candidacy for Mayor of Milan, expressing readiness for the primaries and emphasizing the city's need for greater attention and care.

Forza Italia is reportedly firm on holding an early vote in June, a stance that has reportedly raised concerns for the Brothers of Italy premier.

la Repubblica: Early vote in June, Forza Italia stands firm but FdI premier alerts

Forza Italia is reportedly firm on an early vote in June, while the Brothers of Italy (FdI) premier has raised concerns.