From a parliamentary debate on rising fuel prices to Italy's National Unity and Armed Forces Day, here's what's happening in Italy this week.

From cookies shaped like bones to 'beans of the dead', every Italian region has its variation on seasonal sweets at this time of year - and they have nothing to do with Halloween candy.

Italy's famous seasonal food fairs, a staple of the autumn season, can be variable in quality – but that might just be part of the attraction.

Leaders of the EU and the UK will meet for a crucial summit in November with a move towards closer cooperation on the table. But how much will be achieved given the differences and disagreements that exist?

From several air traffic control strikes to another national general strike, here's what to expect if you're travelling in Italy in November 2026.