Fashion-conscious Italian police are in revolt after receiving batches of pink face masks to wear on duty, arguing that the “eccentric” colour is ill-matched with their uniforms.
Police units in six cities were sent the FFP2 masks from the office of Italy’s Covid-19 emergency commissioner, Francesco Paolo Figliuolo.
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Djokovic Nets Timely Boost With Italian Open Triumph
After clinching his 1,000th career victory on Saturday, Djokovic has now won a record-extending 38 Masters 1000 titles and six Italian Open titles in 12 finals.
Hunt Derided Over Own Record After He Warns Of NHS Staffing Crisis
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TAKE FIVE
Stacy Haiduk (Kristen/Susan, DAYS)
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SHOCK & AWE
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Erin Gleeson Woodside, CA
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