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Time of India
6 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Watch: Shocking video captures deadly plane crash on Italian freeway
A chilling moment was caught on camera Tuesday when a small aircraft crashed nose-first onto a highway in Brescia, northern Italy, erupting into a massive fireball. The Italian-made Freccia RG plane was seen performing aerial maneuvers before it suddenly dived toward the ground, slammed into the road, and exploded on impact. Both people onboard were killed in the crash. Authorities identified the victims as 75-year-old pilot Sergio Ravaglia, a resident of Milan, and his passenger, 60-year-old Ann Maria De Stefano. Their identities were confirmed by local news outlet Giornale di Brescia . Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Operations Management CXO Degree Public Policy Cybersecurity Data Analytics Digital Marketing Data Science MBA Design Thinking Project Management MCA others Finance healthcare Product Management Data Science Technology PGDM Leadership Artificial Intelligence Management Others Skills you'll gain: Quality Management & Lean Six Sigma Analytical Tools Supply Chain Management & Strategies Service Operations Management Duration: 10 Months IIM Lucknow IIML Executive Programme in Strategic Operations Management & Supply Chain Analytics Starts on Jan 27, 2024 Get Details — AviationNewsIL (@AviationNewsIL) Emergency responders rushed to the scene but found the aircraft completely engulfed in flames, leaving behind only smoldering wreckage. Fortunately, no motorists were injured despite the crash occurring on a busy freeway. The crash, captured in a now-viral video, is under investigation. Experts will examine the plane's wreckage, flight history, and pilot background, as well as weather conditions at the time. Early footage showing erratic maneuvers followed by a steep nosedive could point to possible mechanical failure or human error, though the exact cause remains unclear. Live Events Authorities have launched a full inquiry to determine what led to the fatal incident and to prevent such tragedies in the future.
News18
6 days ago
- News18
Two People Killed After Plane Crashed Into Italian Highway
Last Updated: A plane crash in Brescia, Italy, killed pilot Sergio Ravaglia and partner Ann Maria De Stefano. The Freccia RG ultralight aircraft crashed onto a highway, causing a fire. Tragedy struck in northern Italy when a small plane crashed onto a highway in Brescia on Tuesday, claiming the lives of two individuals. The deceased have been identified as Sergio Ravaglia, a 75-year-old lawyer and pilot from Milan, and his partner, Ann Maria De Stefano, 60. The devastating crash occurred when the Freccia RG ultralight aircraft plummeted nose-first onto a Brescia highway, sparking a massive fire and billowing thick black smoke. Dramatic footage captured the moment of impact, showing the plane hurtling towards the pavement at high speed before crashing. According to the authorities, Ravaglia was attempting an emergency landing on the highway but was unable to regain control of the plane, which then spun out and crashed, NDTV reported. Due to the explosion, two motorists were also injured but survived. Several vehicles were seen near the burning wreckage as drivers attempted to avoid the crash site. Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, but the aircraft was beyond salvage, consumed by flames that left it destroyed. The Freccia RG, an Italian-made ultralight plane constructed from carbon fibre with a wingspan of approximately 30 feet, was reduced to smouldering wreckage. Italy's National Agency for Flight Safety is sending a consultant to Brescia to support the investigation. The Brescia Public Prosecutor's Office has launched a manslaughter investigation into the crash, with authorities set to scrutinise the plane's maintenance records and mechanical condition as part of their probe. view comments First Published: July 25, 2025, 21:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time Out Abu Dhabi
7 days ago
- Business
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
The record was just broken for the most expensive home ever sold in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is no stranger to luxury real estate milestones, but this one just raised the bar. Again. A jaw-dropping Dhs400 million has just been paid for a beachfront mansion on Saadiyat Island – officially making it the most expensive home ever sold in the capital. The record-breaking property is part of Faya Al Saadiyat, an ultra-luxury development by Aldar and it's anything but ordinary. It has eight bedrooms, direct access to Saadiyat's pristine shoreline, a private car gallery, a golf simulator, an in-house cinema and wellness suites that could rival a five-star spa. Yeah, wow. Set within the award-winning Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and designed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed studios 1508 London and Nordic Office Architects, this mansion blends minimalist elegance with full-blown extravagance. With Italian-made kitchens, custom joinery and uninterrupted 360-degree views of the sea and greenery – no detail has been spared. The sale reflects more than just luxury living; it's a clear sign that Abu Dhabi's high-end property market is on fire. With Saadiyat Island drawing buyers from around the world – Russia, France, the UK, China, the US – this beachside address has cemented itself as the city's most coveted postcode. In the first half of 2025 alone, Aldar saw Dhs5 billion in sales on Saadiyat, with expats making up a staggering 86 percent of buyers. Faya Al Saadiyat itself is an exclusive gated enclave of just 21 villas, two of which are eight-bedroom mansions like this one, with the rest ranging from six to seven bedrooms. So if you've got a few hundred million to spare and a soft spot for uninterrupted sea views, it's clear where the city's luxury compass is pointing: Saadiyat Island, again. More going on in Abu Dhabi Everything happening in Abu Dhabi in 2025 From new openings to big events, this is shaping up to be quite a year It's official: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season is returning for a second edition with some huge names Wow, look at this line-up Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted
Al Etihad
24-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Aldar sells mansion for Dh400 million, sets new record in Abu Dhabi
24 July 2025 11:02 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Aldar has announced the record-breaking sale of an eight-bedroom ultra-luxury mansion in its Faya Al Saadiyat development for Dh400 million, making it the most expensive home ever sold in Abu directly on Saadiyat Island's pristine beach and within the award-winning Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, the mansion is part of one of the last remaining villa plots on the island. The sale underscores the strength of Abu Dhabi's luxury real estate market, following the earlier Dh137 million sale of a penthouse at Aldar's Nobu Residences Abu 6,561sqm beachfront home offers expansive living spaces and uninterrupted 360-degree views of water and greenery. It features a private car gallery, a golf simulator, an in-house cinema, and sophisticated wellness and fitness Executive Officer at Aldar Development, Jonathan Emery, said, 'This record transaction at Faya Al Saadiyat sets a new benchmark for luxury real estate in Abu Dhabi and underscores the strong demand for ultra-premium, beachfront homes in the emirate. Recognised as the crown jewel of Abu Dhabi's luxury real estate, Saadiyat Island continues to attract homebuyers and investors from around the world. This sustained momentum reflects the success of Abu Dhabi's long-term vision, enabled by progressive government policies, long-term residency initiatives, and strategic investment in infrastructure, culture, and entertainment.'The sale comes as Aldar reported Dh5 billion in sales on Saadiyat Island in the first half of 2025, with expatriates accounting for 86% of buyers—46% residents and 40% non-residents. The top nationalities include Russia, France, the United Kingdom, China, and the United Director of the Real Estate Transactions Sector at the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), Ghazi Saeed Al Ateibi, said, 'Abu Dhabi is recognised as a world-leading destination for global real estate investments, driven by growing trust in a market that is well-regulated, transparent, and investor-friendly. At ADREC, our role is to safeguard this ecosystem by upholding strong governance, regulatory oversight, and seamless processes across the sector. Transactions of this scale reflect the strength of a maturing market and the effectiveness of a regulatory framework we've put in place designed to support and attract responsible, high-value investment.'The architectural design of the mansion is a collaboration between the globally renowned 1508 London Interior Design Studio—known for The OWO Residences by Raffles in London—and the UAE-based Nordic Office Architects. The design blends Saadiyat Island's natural beauty with minimalist aesthetics, indigenous materials, Italian-made kitchens and wardrobes, and expansive open-plan layouts. A private beachfront pool enhances the property's recreational Al Saadiyat is a gated community of 21 super-luxury homes, including two eight-bedroom mansions and 19 six- to seven-bedroom villas. It is scheduled for completion in 2028 and is targeting Estidama 3 Pearl rating and Fitwel certification, with sustainability features promoting energy efficiency, water conservation, reduced carbon emissions, and enhanced resident well-being. Saadiyat Island is also home to world-class cultural institutions such as the Louvre Abu Dhabi, teamLab Phenomena, and the future Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, in addition to the upcoming Saadiyat Grove retail and hospitality destination.
New York Post
16-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Long Island spot is only place to in US to get one of Stanley Tucci's favorite Italian BBQ dishes
He's making ends meat. A Long Island culinary artist has exactly what home grillers need for their barbecue to stand out from the rest this summer — a delectable lamb skewer from Italy's Adriatic coast that isn't sold anywhere else stateside. 'I grew up with this stuff,' East Meadow's Tom Conte told The Post of the succulent arrosticini his company, D'Abruzzo — named for the treat's origin in Abruzzo — mass produces nationwide and locally sells cooked at major markets like Smorgasburg in Brooklyn. Advertisement 4 Tommaso Conte, owner of D'Abruzzo Abruzzese Street Food cooks some Lamb and Chicken skewer outside his new facility in Farmingdale, NY Dennis A. Clark 'You have lots of Italian immigrants from Campania and Sicily, but not a lot from Abruzzo, so there wasn't arrosticini here. It just made sense, I had to do it.' The 42-year-old father of three, who has worked in the restaurant business his whole life, took a leap of faith in 2017 and Marco Polo'd the simple skewer over to America. Conte uses the recipe that his father, who came to the US as an 18-year-old from Abruzzo, had been grilling up on wooden sticks for decades. Advertisement 'It's the most typical barbecue in Abruzzo,' he added. 'Everywhere you go, you have it there.' The trick to perfecting the entree that will fill you up in five or so sticks is that less is more, said Conte, who has traveled overseas more than 30 times to hone his craft. They are typically served only with bread and olive oil at restaurants over on the boot, according to Conte. 4 Conte has brought Italian street food to the United States . Dennis A. Clark 'It's the way that we butcher it, all you need to do is add sea salt on top of the grill and it's perfect. No sauces, no marinades, nothing else,' he said of the quick cooking delight prepared on an Italian-made, open-face fornacella grill. Advertisement 'It's really good fat that we use that gets placed between the meat. So when you're grilling, it melts onto the meat and creates almost like a butter flavor. With the saltiness from the sea salt, it really needs nothing else.' While Conte has been spreading the good news at food festivals up and down the East Coast — he has also shipped as far as Hawaii and Venezuela — fellow paisan, Stanley Tucci, recently showcased arrosticini in the Abruzzo episode of his show 'Tucci in Italy.' 'His love for it, all of a sudden, people were just Google searching it all the time. 'Oh my gosh, I can get this in the United States?!' I'm getting emails, calls, and massive orders. It's nuts,' Conte said. Advertisement Things have been going so well lately that he has recently relocated from Westbury to a larger Farmingdale production site. 'Tucci really picked us up with that part of the business.' Sticking to it Even before then, Conte said 'educating' customers on arrosticini was an easy sell due to the rich scent emanating from the grill. 4 Conte uses the recipe that his father had been grilling up on wooden sticks for decades. Tom Conte / D'Abruzzo It quickly took off as consumers not only buy the meat in packs of 26, but also order fornacella grills and special terracotta jars to place atop the outdoor cooker to keep the skewers warm. Conte claims that one obsessed New Jersey customer has three grills, six jars and resupplies weekly. He added that a chicken variant he makes is also a hit in the Chinese community, as several customers purchase the white meat to cook and add their own Asian spices to it. 4 Things have been going so well lately that he has recently relocated from Westbury to a larger Farmingdale production site. Dennis A. Clark Advertisement And not only does Conte have his kids hooked, but neighbors who catch the scent of the wood-fired extravaganza during home barbecues always find themselves popping over. 'I end up sharing with everybody,' he joked. Although he uses wood chips to grill on his specialized fornacella, arrosticini can also be easily cooked on a Weber or standard barbecue for those looking to get started sizzlin' this summer. Advertisement As to what the fuss is about, customers will understand with their first bite, according to the chef. 'You have to try it to understand — and when you do, you will be speechless.'
