Motorhome destroyed by fire in Rome

Independent bookstore Bookbank in Piacenza has converted an old caravan into a mobile library. The project debuts June 6–7 at the BuskeRaggio festival in Pontenure and June 13–14 at Rallio Market in Montechiaro. Inside, books are arranged by thematic paths rather than traditional genres, with literary speed-dating and Juke-Book readings.

Sara Moretta and Paolo Provera from Saluzzo are completing a four-year camper journey that began with a plan to reach Japan. They traveled through Africa and Asia, including Senegal and Japan, with their dog and cat. The return to Italy was announced on social media; the cat Sake may become the first to complete such a round trip in a camper.

The article discusses methods for maintaining a stable internet connection in motorhomes and camper vans. Key challenges include signal shielding by metal body panels and uneven cellular coverage. Solutions involve using external antennas and dedicated routers. For remote work, a data plan of at least 200 GB per month is recommended.

City councilors from Forza Italia in Alghero reported an uncontrolled accumulation of motorhomes in the port area and along the coast, especially in Calabona. They stated that drivers set up tables, chairs, improvised verandas and hang laundry, constituting illegal camping accompanied by uncontrolled waste discharges. The councilors demand that the municipality introduce daily police patrols twice a day in the most affected areas to restore order and sanitary standards.

On May 26, 2026, a parked camper van was completely destroyed by fire on Via Alessandro Magnasco in Rome's Tor Sapienza district, right in front of the traffic police headquarters. No injuries were reported; the cause is under investigation.

The 6th Pet Camper Tour, a campaign against animal abandonment, starts on May 31 in Assisi. Its main figure is Ares, a former stray dog who became a police dog. The tour runs through Umbria and Lazio until July 5, with stops in Castel Gandolfo and Magicland park. Activities include workshops and educational games for families and children.