ALBA, ITALY (NOVEMBER 11, 2017) (REUTERS) – Alba in the north western region of Piemonte is known as Italy’s white truffle capital. Licensed truffle hunters forage from autumn through late February with dogs trained to recognize their scent. Growing spontaneously in the earth in just a few regions of Italy and central Europe, white truffles have a unique flavour and aroma. Continue reading
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Four more rescued from Italian avalanche hotel, death toll up to five
Italy’s avalanche death toll rises to five and four more survivors are rescued.
Migrants volunteer in quake relief efforts in worst-hit towns
Migrants helping in quake relief efforts in badly-hit Pescara del Tronto say they want to assist to ease the suffering of affected communities.
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Shocked survivor recounts moment quake hit Italy’s Amatrice
A shocked survivor from Italy’s earthquake describes the moment the disaster hit the small town of Amatrice.
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Baby born at sea rescued from migrant shipwreck
A newborn baby is among a group of migrants arriving in Italy after a rescue from a shipwreck in which 400 are feared to have lost their lives.
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Rescued migrants arrive in Sicily
Italian Red Cross personnel help migrants rescued from the Mediterranean arriving at Porto Empedocle in Sicily.