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Aston Villa beat Lille 2-0 to reach the Europa League quarter-finals, with Emi Martinez's save and quick pass helping John McGinn open the scoring and Leon Bailey adding a late strike. Unai Emery, the quickest Villa boss to 100 wins, moves closer to Villa’s first trophy since 1996 as they look ahead to Bologna, while the club balance finances and chase Champions League football next season.
Suspected acts of sabotage disrupted northern Italy's rail network as the Winter Olympics opened, with a fire on lines between Bologna and Venice causing hours of delays, severed cables and a rudimentary explosive device found nearby, and a track switch set alight near Pesaro. The Ministry of Transport called the incidents serious sabotage, with no claim of responsibility yet. Bologna's high-speed hub was temporarily closed, but services were expected to recover by the weekend. Officials drew comparisons to sabotage during the Paris Olympics while stressing Italy's image remains intact as the Games unfold.
The city of Bologna, Italy, canceled a concert by Ukrainian-Russian pianist Alexander Romanovsky due to his perceived pro-Putin stance, after he was accused of playing on the rubble of Mariupol, leading him to plan an online concert as a gesture of unity through music.
Over 140,000 pounds of various bologna products are being recalled nationwide due to misbranding and undeclared ingredients, which could pose allergy risks. Consumers are advised to dispose of or return affected products and seek medical attention if experiencing allergic reactions.
The USDA has recalled over 140,000 pounds of Gaiser's European Style Provisions deli bologna due to mislabeling that omits mention of pork, beef, or chicken in the product. Consumers who purchased these products between March 20 and June 20 should check for the establishment number '5385' inside the USDA mark of inspection and avoid consumption if affected. The recall is classified as Class III, indicating no known health risks, but affected products should be discarded or returned.
Multiple types of lunch meat produced by Gaiser's European Style Provisions Inc. were nationwide recalled due to undeclared meats such as pork, beef, and chicken on the labels, posing potential concerns for those with sensitivities or religious restrictions.
Manchester United have signed Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna for over £35m. Zirkzee, who helped Bologna qualify for the UEFA Champions League, is known more for his playmaking abilities than his finishing. Despite some weaknesses in dribbling, his versatility and technical skills make him a promising addition to Erik ten Hag's squad. Comparisons have been made to a young Zlatan Ibrahimovic, though Zirkzee is seen as more technical and less raw.
An explosion at a hydroelectric power station near Bologna, Italy has resulted in three deaths, six people missing, and three injured. The incident occurred at the Bargi power plant, with firefighters conducting search operations to locate the missing individuals. The explosion, which occurred during turbine work nine levels below ground, has posed challenges for rescue missions due to the plant's partially submerged location. The cause of the explosion remains unknown.
Officials in Bologna, Italy are concerned about the potential collapse of the 12th-century Torre Garisenda, which is leaning at a dangerous angle. The tower, a local icon, is undergoing a $20M preservation project that involves using equipment from the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The initiative aims to secure the tower and will take several years to complete, with further consolidation and restoration work planned for 2025 and 2026.
Italy is racing to prevent the leaning Torre Garisenda in Bologna from collapsing by deploying equipment used to stabilize the Tower of Pisa. The 12th-century tower, which leans at a four-degree angle, is at high risk of collapsing, prompting a 19 million euro operation to secure it. The plan involves adapting steel pylons and cables from the Tower of Pisa, followed by masonry consolidation and tightening of cables to decrease stress levels at the tower's base. The preservation effort aims to safeguard the iconic tower, a tourist attraction mentioned in Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy," and allow the neighboring Asinelli Tower to reopen to the public.
AC Milan drew 2-2 with Bologna as Ruben Loftus-Cheek scored a brace, earning an 8 rating, but Terracciano's late penalty spoiled their victory. Player ratings ranged from 4.5 to 6.5, with notable performances from Calabria and Florenzi, while Pioli's substitutions had mixed impact.
Bologna's 154ft leaning tower, the Garisenda Tower, has been temporarily held up with planks of wood and sealed off due to fears of imminent collapse. The city has built a barrier around the tower to collect debris, while blocks of wood and metal wiring are being used to stabilize the structure. Recent monitoring has shown shifts in the tower's lean, indicating weak foundations. A budget of €4.3m has been allocated for repairs, scheduled to take place in January and February. The tower's historical and cultural significance makes its potential loss tragic for Bologna and Italy.
Italian officials have secured the Garisenda tower in Bologna, one of the iconic 12th Century Two Towers, due to fears of collapse. The city has allocated 4.3 million euros for restoration works, which will take place in January and February. The tower has been leaning since its construction and sustained additional damage over the centuries. The mayor has requested UNESCO world heritage status for the towers.
Italian officials have implemented a security cordon around the Garisenda tower in Bologna, Italy, due to fears of its collapse. The tower, along with the Asinelli tower, is a popular tourist attraction and landmark. The city has allocated 4.3 million euros for reinforcement works, which will take place in January and February. The Garisenda tower has been leaning since its construction in the 12th century and has sustained additional damage over the years. Efforts to reinforce both towers have been ongoing since the 1990s.
Bologna's Garisenda Tower, a medieval landmark that leans as much as the famous tower in Pisa, has been sealed off due to high risk of collapse. Construction has begun on a barrier to contain potential debris in case of a fall. The tower, mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy, has experienced shifts in its tilt, and further inspections revealed deterioration in its base. The barrier is expected to be completed next year, and the tower and plaza will likely remain closed for restoration work for several years. Bologna authorities estimate the barrier alone will cost €4.3m and have launched a crowdfunding campaign for restoration.