Gaming is everywhere these days. It's not just a hobby; it's a culture. But what makes some people pick up a controller while others don't? A recent study dug into this question, focusing on Italian university students. The goal? To see if there are any psychological differences between current gamers, those who used to game, and those who never have. The study look...
Breast cancer treatment has seen a significant shift with the introduction of PARP inhibitors. This change has brought mainstreaming cancer genetics into the spotlight. This approach uses genetic information to predict how well a patient will respond to treatment. As a result, the criteria for BRCA testing, which is crucial for determining the best treatment, need to...
Italy has taken a hard stance on surrogacy. Law No. 169, which came into effect on November 4, 2024, makes it illegal for Italian citizens to engage in surrogacy, even if it happens in another country. This law is based on the belief that surrogacy can be harmful to the surrogate mother and the child. It is important to note that surrogacy is not the same as adoption...
Italy recently held a referendum on June 8 and 9. This vote was all about making it easier to become a citizen and improving workers' rights. The big idea was to cut the time needed to live in Italy before applying for citizenship from 10 to 5 years. This change would have made Italy's citizenship rules more like those of other European countries. The vote was pushe...
Italy is in the middle of a big decision. Citizens are voting on whether to make it easier for foreigners to become Italian citizens. This vote is a big deal because it could change how long people need to live in Italy before they can apply for citizenship. The current rule says that people from outside the EU have to live in Italy for 10 years before they can appl...
The 13th day of the French Open 2025 was a thrilling mix of unexpected wins and high-stakes matches. The day kicked off with a historic moment. An Italian duo, Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori, clinched the mixed doubles title. This victory was not just any win. It was the first time since 1958 that an Italian team had won this title in Paris. This win set the t...
Eating disorders are complex issues that often involve a mix of psychological and physical factors. One area that has not been explored much is how autism traits might play a role in how people with eating disorders view and experience their bodies. A recent study dug into this topic, focusing on female patients in Italy. The study aimed to find out if there are any...
A disturbing event unfolded in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. A young Italian man, just 28 years old, was held captive for weeks. His crime? Owning a fortune in bitcoin. This is not a movie plot. It happened in real life. The man managed to escape on May 23. He was in bad shape, covered in blood and without shoes. He found help from an NYPD traffic agent, who qu...
In a strange twist, New York City Police Department officers are now involved in the bizarre case of an Italian tourist who was allegedly kidnapped and tortured by crypto businessmen. The tourist was reportedly held captive in a townhouse in the Nolita neighborhood of New York City. Two NYPD officers have been connected to the suspects in this case. One of these offi...
In Italy, healthcare workers often face violence on the job. A recent study looked into this issue at a university hospital. The goal was to understand the patterns of violence and find ways to stop it. This study focused on where and why these incidents happen. It also aimed to figure out how to make hospitals safer for staff. Violence in hospitals is a big proble...