Italian firefighters said on Monday they had found two victims of an overnight mudslide that destroyed three homes in northeastern Italy, following a day-long search.

One in two buildings in parts of southern Italy 'illegal', Italy braces for first winter cold snap, and more news on Tuesday.

European affairs ministers gave the go ahead this week to new rules that will make it easier to suspend the right to visa-free travel for non-EU countries under certain circumstances.

From Rome to Milan and beyond, many American and Italian restaurants whip up Thanksgiving meals to celebrate the holiday of gratitude.

This cosy word describes how you'll see Italians dressed from now until spring – regardless of the actual temperature.

Working for yourself in Italy is an appealing prospect for many – but how can you get started as a freelancer here, and what should you know about the laws and taxes? The Local’s self-employed readers in Italy share their best tips. ...

Italy has a higher rate of self-employed workers than almost any other EU country, and the reasons for this tell us a lot about how the Italian economy works.

Italy's antitrust watchdog fines Wizz Air €500,000, voters promised €100 monthly pension boost in Campania, and more news on Monday.

Applications open soon for the latest government scheme offering up to €200 off energy-efficient fridges, washing machines and more - but you'll need to act fast.

From tennis finals to a healthcare staff strike, here's what to expect in Italy this week.

Your complete guide to registering for VAT as a freelancer in Italy, from the basics of getting your code to invoicing and the benefits you can claim.

Freelancing or starting your own business is the right option for many people who move to Italy, though some say it’s harder to do here than in other EU countries. We’d like to hear from readers who’ve done it.

Isabella Dalla Ragione hunts in abandoned gardens and orchards for forgotten fruits, preserving Italy's agricultural heritage and saving varieties which could help farmers withstand the changing climate.

Italian residents enjoy one of the highest numbers of public holidays in Europe – but there’s a catch.

This week, we look at Italy's bid for recognition for its national cuisine, plus gelato in parliament and the League party's increasing irrelevance.

From wooden chalets in Alpine towns to Tyrol-themed fairs on Tuscan hilltops, here are seven of the best Christmas markets in Italy this year.

Italy's proposed 2026 budget bill includes modest income tax cuts, higher costs for Airbnb hosts, and another hike to the flat tax for wealthy foreign residents.

How did an American cartoon character end up giving Italians a whole new word?

From visiting festive markets to translating the Italian idioms you'll need this winter, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian.

As the Italian government moves to hike a contested flat tax on foreign income for wealthy new residents, here’s how the scheme works – and who can take advantage of it.