1.5m Muslims in Italy. 1000 “under Observation”

Moroccans, Egyptians, Tunisians and Bengalis: 98% are Sunnis. Problem of DIY imams and the difficulties faced by moderates.

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Centurions, Rickshaws and Queue-Jumping Banned for Jubilee

Ordinances by Commissioner Tronca for Holy Year already in force. Fines of up to €400. The aim is to combat illegality, abuse of regulations and other activities that jeopardize the safety of tourists

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Expelled Tunisian “Hated Italy and Sought Martyrdom”

Expulsion order for the 38-year-old who lived in Brianza signed by Alfano. Already shunned by the Islamic community, he wanted to kill his wife to prevent her from converting their children to Christianity

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Hunt for Credit Card Used to Rent Paris Hideout

The credit card used in Italy by Salah Abdeslam, the eighth member of the terrorist cell behind the Paris attacks, is the same one he used to rent a hideout in the French capital

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Valeria’s Father: “It’s Torture Not Being Able to See Her”

“The affection everyone has showed us has been a real help”. Tomorrow, the non-denominational funeral: “We didn’t want a Catholic service because my daughter was not brought up in any faith, although I’m not against a blessing or the participation of an imam”.

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Castelvecchio: 17 Major Artworks Stolen

Theft thought to have been commissioned by a collector. News broke during the “12 Apostoli” awards ceremony. Stolen paintings include “Madonna of the Quail” by Pisanello, as well as works by Tintoretto, Mantegna and Bellini

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Jewish Man Wearing Kippah Repeatedly Stabbed in Milan Street

The wounded man, a 40-year-old Israeli citizen, was also slashed in the face. Taken to Niguarda hospital, he underwent surgery, but is not reported to be in a serious condition. The hooded assailant managed to flee the scene of the crime, in front of a kosher restaurant

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