Two dead as storms and flooding hit northern Italy, fuel tax cut set for another extension, and more news on Friday.

Italy saw relatively positive student rankings in this year's OECD educational survey, while many other countries faced a sharp decline – but a large gap persists between Italian and non-Italian students.

International families may find Italian schools are very different to those back home - but are they better or worse? The Local asked readers to share their own experiences with schools in Italy.

There's no point complaining about today's Italian word.

The purchase price is just the beginning: here's what to budget for in taxes, fees, commissions and other costs.