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The Latest Breaking News from Rome

How is Roman concrete still standing after 2,000 years?

Roman concrete's durability comes from a combination of its ingredients and production methods.

LiveScience

EU floats security pact with Australia as Albanese meets with world leaders in Rome

European Commission president raises prospect to two-way ‘stability’ as PM reaffirms support for Ukraine and speaks to Pope Leo XIV about his mother

The Guardian - AU

Bradfield independent declared provisional winner – as it happened

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Hope Pope's blessing foreshadows end to EU food fight

Australia is offering to drop a luxury car tax in exchange for better meat access to European markets following trade talks in the Vatican City.

AAP

Alcaraz beats Sinner in Italian Open to become the tennis king of Rome

The Spaniard beat the world number one, who returned to the court after a 104-day break.

Euronews

Italy's Meloni scores diplomatic win as 'bridge builder' by bringing US and EU to the same table

Italy’s Premier Giorgia Meloni has hosted a key trilateral meeting in Rome, bringing U_S_ Vice President JD Vance and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to the same table, hoping to usher in what she said could be a “new beginning.”

The Independent UK

Italian PM Meloni hosts EU-US talks on trade, Ukraine and defence

Leaders from the EU, Italy and the US met in Rome on Sunday to discuss trade, defence, and Ukraine. Ursula von der Leyen called for increased defence investments in the EU.

Euronews

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Zelensky briefs US's Vance in Rome ahead of Trump-Putin telephone call

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the upcoming telephone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin during a brief meeting with US Vice President JD Vance in Rome on Sunday, a senior Ukrainian official told French news service AFP.

Radio France Internationale

Tennis: Jasmine Paolini and Sara Errani triumph at Internazionali d'Italia women's doubles

Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini win in the final of the doubles tournament against Russia's Veronika Kudermetova and Belgium's Elise Mertens and are confirmed as champions in Rome.

Euronews

Sinner vs Alcaraz start time and how to watch French Open final today

World No1 and defending champion meet in showdown at Roland Garros

Evening Standard

Albanese to meet von der Leyen in Rome amid hopes EU free-trade deal can be revived – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Germany's Merz says Russia-Ukraine talks 'fell short' of expectations

Speaking alongside Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome, Merz vowed to continue to increase the pressure on Moscow with added sanctions.

Euronews

A long ride to Rome: could the Giro d’Italia really be bound for Australia?

Rumours are swirling that the 2027 grand tour race could begin in Australia – and it’s not the first time the idea has been explored

The Guardian - AU

PM in Rome for Pope's inauguration and leaders' talks

Anthony Albanese has joined crowds at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration in Rome amid a hive of diplomatic activity on the sidelines, including EU trade talks.

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The Independent UK

Home hero Jasmine Paolini makes Italian Open history with victory over Coco Gauff

Paolini is the first home winner of the Italian Open in 40 years after a 6-4 6-2 victory in Rome

The Independent UK

Hail Mary, full of grace: Why popes and other Catholics pray to the Virgin Mary

The veneration of Virgin Mary is central to Catholics, from popes to the ordinary faithful

AAP

PM to meet world leaders ahead of Pope's inauguration

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has arrived in Rome ahead of representing Australia at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration, where sideline meetings will be held.

The Guardian - UK

Jannik Sinner recovers to beat Paul and set up dream Rome final against Alcaraz

World No 1 fought back impressively to win 1-6, 6-0, 6-3, while Carlos Alcaraz beat Italian Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 7-6 (4)

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The Guardian - UK

The Pope Leo XIV effect: Rome hopes for papal blessings of a US tourist boom

Traders anticipating increase in high-spending Americans are already working up Leo-themed beers and ice-creams

The Conversation

Why Anthony Albanese’s presence at Pope Leo’s inauguration is shrewd politics

When Prime Minister Anthony Albanese steps into St Peter’s Square for the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV on Sunday, the optics will be far more than pious courtesy.

The Guardian - UK

Jannik Sinner routs Casper Ruud with ‘near perfect’ display in Rome

Jannik Sinner reached the semi-finals of the Italian Open for the first time with a ruthless 6-0, 6-1 win over Casper Ruud in Rome

International Business Times

Rome Businesses Count Their Blessings With US Pope

The election of the first US pope is a godsend to businesses in Rome, as big-spending pilgrims flocking to the Vatican are also expected to spend in the Eternal City.

The Independent UK

Jack Draper out of Italian Open after straight-sets defeat by Carlos Alcaraz

Alcaraz saved six of the eight break points he faced.

The Independent UK

Secrets of ancient Roman elites revealed in 1,500-year-old cookbook

It contains early versions of coq au vin, foie gras and pumpkin pie

The Independent UK

Jack Draper vs Carlos Alcaraz LIVE: Italian Open result and reaction from blockbuster quarter-final

The British No 1 takes on the four-time grand slam champion in a mighty last-eight meeting

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