Reggio Emilia
Coverage of Reggio Emilia in the Nexus archive.
- Italian Supreme Court upholds murder convictions of family members of Pakistani girl killed for refusing arranged marriage
The Italian Supreme Court upheld murder convictions of five family members of Saman Abbas, an 18-year-old Pakistani-origin girl killed in 2021 for refusing an arranged marriage in Italy. The court confirmed life sentences for her parents and cousins, and a 22-year sentence for her uncle, who were extradited from Pakistan after her murder.
- Italy jails Pakistani couple for abusing daughter
A Pakistani couple in Italy was sentenced to two years in prison for forcing their 22-year-old daughter to abort and coercing her into marrying a cousin in Pakistan. The victim reported years of abuse, including physical violence and threats, to Italian authorities before fleeing to Pakistan with her family.
- Italy bans Kanye West concert over security concerns
Italy has banned a Kanye West concert in Reggio Emilia over public safety concerns, following requests from the local Jewish community and other bodies. The decision was announced by the province's prefect, Salvatore Angieri, as part of the Pulse of Gaia Festival.
- Ye and Travis Scott concerts canceled in Italy over security fears
Ye and Travis Scott's concerts in Reggio Emilia, Italy, were canceled due to security concerns. The event was scheduled at a venue accommodating approximately 103,000 spectators.