● LIVEECB RATE 2.4%·EUR/USD 1.1622·EUR/GBP 0.8590·BRUSSELS 15°C — OVERCAST·BOND YIELDS ARE SURGING GLOBALLY BUT WHY AREN’T EQUITIES FALLING?·FROM GIANT TVS TO 'JAMES BOND GLASSES': TCL'S VISION FOR THE FUTURE·BARDELLA SIGNS PACT WITH FARAGE TO STOP SMALL BOAT CROSSINGS 'FOREVER'·SENIOR EU OFFICIALS RETIERATE NEED FOR NEW EUROPE-WIDE TAXES IN NEXT BUDGET·PASSPORT FOR A NEWBORN: BIRTH TOURISM AS PART OF RUSSIA'S NEW EMIGRATION·INSIDE THE QUIET LUXURY REVIVAL OF THE VENICE LIDO – HOME TO THE GLITTERING FILM FESTIVAL·WEEK 38 · N°261·● LIVEECB RATE 2.4%·EUR/USD 1.1622·EUR/GBP 0.8590·BRUSSELS 15°C — OVERCAST·BOND YIELDS ARE SURGING GLOBALLY BUT WHY AREN’T EQUITIES FALLING?·FROM GIANT TVS TO 'JAMES BOND GLASSES': TCL'S VISION FOR THE FUTURE·BARDELLA SIGNS PACT WITH FARAGE TO STOP SMALL BOAT CROSSINGS 'FOREVER'·SENIOR EU OFFICIALS RETIERATE NEED FOR NEW EUROPE-WIDE TAXES IN NEXT BUDGET·PASSPORT FOR A NEWBORN: BIRTH TOURISM AS PART OF RUSSIA'S NEW EMIGRATION·INSIDE THE QUIET LUXURY REVIVAL OF THE VENICE LIDO – HOME TO THE GLITTERING FILM FESTIVAL·WEEK 38 · N°261·
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Stefania De Michele

Stefania De Michele is a journalist whose reporting on Business, Politics, Technology, Europe, World and Culture appears on The Debate.

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From doomscrolling to nomophobia: new digital-age conditions reshaping our brains
Technology

From doomscrolling to nomophobia: new digital-age conditions reshaping our brains

Doomscrolling, nomophobia, FOMO and social media addiction: the new digital disorders, what they mean and when smartphones become a problem

By Stefania De Michele30 August 2026
Eni doubles down on Egyptian gas: $8.5bn in investments and 230 new wells
Business

Eni doubles down on Egyptian gas: $8.5bn in investments and 230 new wells

The Italian energy giant is deepening its footprint in Egypt with a wave of new exploration, as Cairo pushes to become a regional gas hub.

By Stefania De Michele25 August 2026
As bitcoin soars people ask who is Giancarlo Devasini, Italy's richest man?
Business

As bitcoin soars people ask who is Giancarlo Devasini, Italy's richest man?

Bitcoin is nearing $80,000 again, putting the crypto economy and Giancarlo Devasini in the spotlight.

By Stefania De Michele24 August 2026
Marmolada, shrinking ice and weaker permafrost: 'Dolomites under strain'
Europe

Marmolada, shrinking ice and weaker permafrost: 'Dolomites under strain'

Marmolada glacier in retreat, permafrost deteriorating and high-altitude water dwindling: Legambiente warns of a crisis in the Venetian Dolomites

By Stefania De Michele21 August 2026
Pompeii, life went on after Vesuvius: new discovery points to the Renaissance
Culture

Pompeii, life went on after Vesuvius: new discovery points to the Renaissance

New fifteenth- and sixteenth-century finds rekindle the mystery of Pompeii: the city was not forgotten after the eruption, but lived on in local memory.

By Stefania De Michele21 August 2026
Commerzbank, German resistance wanes: UniCredit nears deal, what could change
Business

Commerzbank, German resistance wanes: UniCredit nears deal, what could change

UniCredit eyes control of Commerzbank as Berlin opens the door on its 12.7% stake.

By Stefania De Michele18 August 2026
Mount Etna lightning strike kills hiker from the US
World

Mount Etna lightning strike kills hiker from the US

The man is believed to have been hiking in the isolated Rocca Capra area of the volcano, in the Valle del Bove, around 1,400 metres above sea level.

By Stefania De Michele17 August 2026
Stellantis recalls 955,000 cars: New setback for group's credibility
Politics

Stellantis recalls 955,000 cars: New setback for group's credibility

Stellantis is recalling 955,000 vehicles over a fault with the rear-view camera, further fuelling questions over the carmaker's credibility.

By Stefania De Michele17 August 2026
As Lake Maggiore runs low, Switzerland steps in as Italy faces growing water shortage
Politics

As Lake Maggiore runs low, Switzerland steps in as Italy faces growing water shortage

Lake Maggiore is suffering from drought and Switzerland is increasing releases from Lake Lugano.

By Stefania De Michele11 August 2026
From the Hundred Horse Chestnut to the ancient olive tree: where to see Italy's oldest trees
Europe

From the Hundred Horse Chestnut to the ancient olive tree: where to see Italy's oldest trees

The ministry has updated the list of monumental trees, adding 82 new specimens: a journey among Italy's oldest green giants, where nature, history and legend meet.

By Stefania De Michele07 August 2026
What is Cyclospora? Two deaths as US outbreak puts Europe on alert
World

What is Cyclospora? Two deaths as US outbreak puts Europe on alert

Cyclospora: Parasite back in the spotlight after two US deaths. Here's what to know about symptoms, transmission, risky foods and the situation in Europe.

By Stefania De Michele04 August 2026
Opera icons or birds? ECB invites Europeans to pick new euro banknotes
Business

Opera icons or birds? ECB invites Europeans to pick new euro banknotes

The ECB has unveiled ten finalist designs for future euro banknotes. The culture and nature themes feature Leonardo da Vinci, Maria Callas, Beethoven, Marie Curie and birds symbolising Europe's biodiversity.

By Stefania De Michele23 July 2026
Leonardo, Callas and Curie or Europe's birds: culture or nature on new euro notes, vote opens
Business

Leonardo, Callas and Curie or Europe's birds: culture or nature on new euro notes, vote opens

The ECB has revealed the ten finalist designs for future euro banknotes, featuring culture and nature: Leonardo, Maria Callas, Beethoven, Marie Curie and emblematic European birds.

By Stefania De Michele23 July 2026
Venice Film Festival backs auteurs: Herzog, Kore-eda, McDonagh and Moretti's return
Culture

Venice Film Festival backs auteurs: Herzog, Kore-eda, McDonagh and Moretti's return

The Venice Film Festival unveils the line-up for its 83rd edition: five Italian films in competition, Nanni Moretti returns, top directors and a galaxy of stars on the red carpet

By Stefania De Michele23 July 2026
Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2 million in EU funds: appeal planned
Culture

Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2 million in EU funds: appeal planned

New clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funds halted, the Foundation appeals and Italy’s government voices criticism.

By Stefania De Michele21 July 2026
Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2m EU funding: appeal ready
Culture

Russia at Venice Biennale, Brussels cuts €2m EU funding: appeal ready

Fresh clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funding suspended, the Foundation files an appeal and the Italian government lashes out.

By Stefania De Michele21 July 2026