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Kimi Antonelli has won the Formula 1 World Championship at age 20, the youngest driver to do so and the first Italian to hold the title since 1953. His victory in Mexico has been received as a national restoration, even if the car he drives is German. Legendary rider Valentino Rossi observed that the young champion reminds him of himself; it is a sentiment the rest of the country seems to share. The 2027 budget law is proving less popular. Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti has proposed cuts to education and healthcare while maintaining perks for private firms, an allocation of resources that critics suggest prioritizes private interests over public services. In a nod to rising costs of living, the government intends to force publishers to sell digital school books at half price, though this relief may be offset by new mandatory thermostat checks that carry fines of up to 2,500 euros. In the business pages, Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has offered 3.7 billion euros to each of his siblings to consolidate control of the family empire. Elsewhere, the men’s curling team took silver at the European Championships, their highest ever finish, and a fire in a Rome apartment killed two people.

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Kimi Antonelli, at just 20 years old, has clinched the Formula 1 World Championship, becoming the youngest-ever Italian driver to achieve this feat and the first since 1953. His victory in Mexico has been met with widespread celebration across Italy, with legendary motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi praising the young champion.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Antonelli is Champion: At 20, He Makes F1 History. Tears Under the Helmet and…

Kimi Antonelli has become the Formula 1 World Champion at the age of 20, achieving a historic milestone for Italian motorsport and celebrating with emotional tears.

La Stampa: Kimi Antonelli is world champion, the Italian dream has become legend

Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli has become world champion, with his Italian dream turning into legend.

la Repubblica: Antonelli Makes History: Italian World Champion 73 Years After Ascari

Antonelli became the world champion, an Italian driver who is the youngest ever to achieve this title, expressing gratitude for the victory.

Il Post: Kimi Antonelli Wins Formula 1 World Championship

Kimi Antonelli has won the Formula 1 World Championship, becoming the youngest driver ever to achieve this and the first Italian since 1953. The article details his race-by-race performance.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Kimi is the Champion of All, Beyond Ferrari. An Italian Triumphs in F1 After…

Kimi Antonelli's victory marks a significant achievement for Italian F1 racing after a long drought, with his success attributed to the development by a German team.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Valentino Rossi Praises Him: 'He Reminds Me of Myself'

Legendary motorcycle racer Valentino Rossi has lauded Kimi Antonelli, stating that the young F1 champion reminds him of his own early career.

Il Post: Kimi Antonelli's Rise Before Formula 1

Kimi Antonelli, described as strong, victorious, and destined for success, was chosen for the Mercedes F1 seat even before obtaining his driver's license, intended to replace Lewis Hamilton.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Portrait of a Phenomenon | The Incident at 14, Mother's Necklace, and Father's…

This piece delves into Kimi Antonelli's personal journey, including a past incident, the support of his family, and his emotional bond with his parents.

Il Post: Photos and Videos of Kimi Antonelli's World Championship Celebration

Photos and videos show Kimi Antonelli celebrating his Formula 1 World Championship win in Mexico, on the podium with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.

Corriere della Sera: Kimi Antonelli Wins Formula 1 World Championship

Kimi Antonelli has become the youngest Formula 1 World Champion in history at the age of 20, achieving this milestone after a race in Mexico.

The latest budget bill includes significant cuts to education and healthcare, while simultaneously offering substantial benefits to private entities. Giancarlo Giorgetti, the Minister of Economy and Finance, is reportedly behind these planned reductions. Journalist Giovanni Floris criticized these governmental priorities, suggesting that 'power fears critical thinking.' Additionally, the government aims to address rising school book costs by proposing a measure in the 2027 budget law that…

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Budget Bill: Cuts to Education and Health, Big Perks for Private Companies

The budget bill includes cuts to education and healthcare while providing significant benefits to private entities, sparking controversy over public spending priorities.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Giovanni Floris: 'Power Fears Critical Thinking, Cuts Schools and Funds Weapons'

In an interview, Giovanni Floris criticizes the government for reducing funding to education and increasing military spending, suggesting a fear of critical thinking.

La Stampa: Budget 2027: Ministers' assault on funds, Giorgetti's cuts to school and…

Ministers are targeting funds for the 2027 budget, with Giorgetti planning cuts to education and healthcare.

Il Post: Government Seeks to Limit School Book Price Increases

The government is attempting to curb the rising cost of school books by including a provision in the 2027 budget law that would require publishers to sell digital and printable editions at half price.

A new regulation has been implemented, making thermostat checks mandatory. Non-compliance with this new rule could result in fines of up to 2,500 euros.

La Stampa: Thermostats: mandatory checks, fines up to 2,500 for non-compliance

A new regulation mandates thermostat checks, with fines of up to 2,500 euros for those who do not comply.

A fire broke out in an apartment in Rome, leading to the discovery of a deceased man and woman at the scene.

la Repubblica: Fire in Rome Apartment: Man and Woman Found Lifeless

A fire broke out in an apartment in Rome, leading to the discovery of a man and a woman who were found deceased at the scene.

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is reportedly making a new offer to acquire all shares from his siblings, with a proposal of 3.7 billion euros per share. His prominent role in the family business has been highlighted.

Corriere della Sera: Del Vecchio Family Business Deal

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is making a new offer to acquire all shares from his siblings for 3.7 billion euros each, with his role in the family business being highlighted.

The Italian men's national curling team has achieved its best-ever result at the European Championships, securing a silver medal.

Il Post: Italian Men's Curling Team Wins European Silver

The Italian men's national curling team has won the silver medal at the European Championships, their best result ever.

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