The Italian bid was up against a joint candidacy from Sweden's Stockholm and Are.
Ukraine
The death of Vadym Komarov, a 58-year-old who focused on corruption, comes against backdrop of rising attacks on media.
United Kingdom
Footage published by the Observer shows Bannon claiming that he helped craft Johnson's resignation speech as FM.
Italy
At least 268 people - mostly Syrian refugees - died in the Lampedusa shipwreck in October 2013, including 60 children.
Europe
Neighbours had complained of shouting, doors slamming and screaming at Johnson's London apartment that he shares with partner Carrie Symonds.
Environment
An EU net zero carbon footprint by 2050 target was scuppered by four governments, dependent on fossil fuel economies.
Russia
Following anti-Russia unrest in Tbilisi, Moscow says it will suspend Georgian airlines from flying in its territory.
Europe
A major new sculpture exhibition is opening in the UK - the Yorkshire Sculpture International celebrates the work of 18 artists from 13 countries.
Europe
Spain's Supreme Court overturns the lesser conviction of sexual abuse and holds the men guilty of rape.
Europe
Hundreds demonstrate across Georgia over Russian MP scandal that prompted protest before heavy-handed police crackdown.
Georgia
Violent clashes erupt between protesters and police as thousands demonstrate outside legislative assembly in Tbilisi.
Europe
Turkey dispatched a drilling ship on Thursday to explore oil and gas off Cyprus coast, in what Nicosia says is its exclusive economic zone.
Climate SOS
Activists hoped EU leaders would make a decisive move on climate change at the summit following large-scale protests.
Middle East
Parents of murdered Italian doctoral student demand withdrawal of ambassador, accusing Egypt of intimidating legal team.
Human Rights
Saudi minister Adel al-Jubeir criticises British court ruling that suspended new weapons export licenses to Riyadh.
Europe
Many Russians are less interested in war rhetoric and international issues, and are much more focused on making ends meet.
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