Archaeology in the Spotlight: Italian divers have found a Roman shipwreck off Sicily near Mazara del Vallo, dated to the 2nd–1st centuries BC, with hundreds of amphorae (including Dressel 1A types) and other cargo elements preserved at about 46 meters depth. Marine Heritage Response: The Carabinieri’s cultural heritage unit and Sicily’s marine authorities are documenting the find and will continue underwater research after fishermen reported the site. Space & Research: Bahrain’s Space Agency joined COSPAR 2026 in Florence for the first time, presenting work on lunar exploration, rover navigation, drilling and resource extraction. AI for Materials: Researchers led by Italy’s PSI team adapted an image-repair AI approach to reconstruct missing hydrogen atoms in crystal structures, enabling more usable simulations. Health Tech & Food Innovation: GLP-1 use is reshaping snacking—manufacturers are shifting from “less volume” to “more value per bite,” focusing on texture and nutrition. Business Tech: Bending Spoons agreed to buy Airtable for about $1.28–$1.29B, marking a major exit and consolidation move in the Italian-founded software scene. Climate Pressure: Europe’s heatwave continues to drive red alerts across Italy’s major cities, with energy and public-safety measures in focus.