Topic: Emilia-Romagna
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The man who would be Italy's next prime minister: Pier Luigi Bersani
Despite letting Silvio Berlusconi edge to within a few points in the polls, Mr. Bersani's Democratic Party still looks to be the favorite to win Italy's elections next Sunday and Monday. But who is he?
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Global News Blog Centenarian sister helps Sardinian siblings set world record
Nine Sardinians were recognized Wednesday as the oldest living siblings, with a combined age of 818. The eldest sister celebrated her 105th birthday today.
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Two earthquakes in two weeks test Italians' morale
Workers had just returned to a biomedical factory in Medolla when the second quake hit, causing their building to collapse. Some unions have criticized what they say is a lack of safety concern.
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Powerful Italy quake leaves at least 15 dead (+video)
The 5.8 magnitude quake added to the misery being felt in the Emilia Romagna region of towns north of Bologna, one of Italy's most agriculturally and industrial protective areas.
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Northern Italy struck by another earthquake (+video)
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck northern Italy Tuesday, killing at least 10 people. It's the second major quake to strike northern Italy in 9 days.
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Italy earthquake: modern buildings, not ancient ones, pose biggest threat (+video)
The Italy earthquake suggests that danger lies not so much in ancient monuments as in the many buildings constructed between the late 1940s and the early 1970s.
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Italy's Mafia troubles creep north
The Mafia has long been a part of life in southern Italy, while the north remained mostly untainted. Organized crime has now solidified its presence in prosperous northern Italy.
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Cooking with anchovies: Little fish, big taste
The anchovy is a stealthy ingredient that will jazz up many a dish — even for those who think they don't like the oily little fish.
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Fabulous figs
The ancient fruit is in high season and makes a perfect companion to prosciutto and goat cheese.
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