The decision by an Italian court to overturn Knox's acquittal is once again raising concerns both at home and abroad about how justice works in Italy.

If evidence was ever needed that the next pope must urgently overhaul the Curia, the scandal over Pope Benedict XVI's private papers is Exhibit A.

Tourists can't use credit cards now because of Bank of Italy rules concerning money laundering.

Popular national anti-mafia prosecutor joining ranks with center-left Democratic Party, already ahead in the polls.

Ruled out campaigning for February elections, but is open to leading new government if pols ask him to.