Prosecutors in Rome are investigating a bus explosion in the city’s historic centre, the 10th such blast in the Italian capital this year. The explosion was reportedly caused by a short circuit, although panicked tourists initially suspected terrorism. The explosions are so frequent in Rome that residents have suggested public transport poses a greater threat to their safety than terrorism. Rubbish piles up in Rome as holidays and rain disrupt collections Read moreThe explosions have piled further pressure on the city’s beleaguered authorities. The bus that went up in flames was 15 years old,” she said.

Source: The Guardian May 09, 2018 11:00 UTC