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Stability or fiasco? Giorgia Meloni becomes longest-serving Italian PM

Stability or fiasco? Giorgia Meloni becomes longest-serving Italian PM

Summary

Giorgia Meloni has become Italy's longest-serving prime minister since World War II, staying in office for 1,413 days. Right-wing papers praise her for lasting this long, while left-wing papers criticize her leadership. Meanwhile, the United Nations warned of a strong El Niño weather event that could cause heavy rain and snow in Europe this winter.

Key Facts

  • Giorgia Meloni became Italy's longest-serving postwar prime minister, serving 1,413 days in office.
  • Right-wing Italian newspapers celebrate Meloni’s political longevity as a success.
  • Left-wing Italian newspapers describe Meloni’s government as a failure.
  • The Financial Times says Meloni has governed as a conservative and has avoided tough economic reforms.
  • The UN warned of a strong or "supersized" El Niño weather phenomenon this year.
  • This El Niño could bring heavy rains and snowfall, possibly leading to a difficult winter in Europe.
  • The British environment secretary advised people in the UK to prepare for possible winter shortages and power cuts.
  • Journalist and women’s rights activist Gloria Steinem died at age 92; she was known for highlighting issues of gender and social structure.
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