Italian Publishing & Faith: Vatican Publishing House (LEV) marks its 100th anniversary, with editorial director Lorenzo Fazzini spotlighting how Catholic culture and global Church voices should shape the future catalog. Book-to-Screen/Books in Culture: Mario Martone’s Venice entry Trick is based on Domenico Starnone’s novel, starring Toni Servillo as a Milan illustrator navigating family distance and identity. Publishing Industry/Media: Confindustria Radio TV reports European ad spend hit €187.1bn in 2025 (+5.8%), driven mainly by online, while Italy remains relatively reliant on linear TV. Health & Lifestyle (Italy-based research): A University of Milan study links more moderate-to-vigorous activity with lower depressive symptoms among students, while sedentary time tracks worse outcomes. Global Book Buzz: Kathleen Zamboni McCormick’s award-winning novel Dodging Satan launches as an audiobook, adding Times Square visibility and festival momentum. EU Politics: A survey finds many Europeans—especially in Italy, France and Germany—doubt a “stronger Europe” is achievable, not that they want it.