Italy
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:57:14 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Milan shops shuttered over looting fears, government to meet truckers over fuel protests, and more news from Italy on Tuesday.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:25:30 +0200
Hundreds detained after protests in Italy marred by looting and violence
Almost 50 people were arrested after demonstrations in Italian cities over the weekend turned violent, while hundreds more were taken to police stations for identity checks, local media reported.
Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:58:01 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Anzi'
This word is nothing to get antsy about; actually it's rather straightforward.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:23:24 +0200
How Italy could make citizenship harder to get and easier to lose
MPs on Monday began debating a bill that would make it easier for naturalised Italians or those who acquired Italian citizenship to lose their rights, while making it harder to qualify in the first place.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:43:56 +0200
What to know about getting the flu vaccine in Italy this winter
Flu vaccination campaigns are underway across Italy and the age for enhanced vaccines for older adults drops to 60 this year. Here's what to know about getting jabs for yourself and family members.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:56:01 +0200
How Italy’s new road rules could hit drivers with foreign plates
Drivers of foreign-registered cars may soon face tougher rules on insurance and unpaid fines under changes to the Highway Code, the transport ministry has announced.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:41:15 +0200
Court to rule on first climate lawsuit against Italian state
An Italian court is to rule on the country's first climate lawsuit against the state, with claimants hoping Rome will be ordered to slash greenhouse-gas emissions sharply.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:57:54 +0200
On the Agenda: What's happening in Italy this week
From a citizenship bill in parliament to the clocks going back, here's what's happening in Italy this week.
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:46:48 +0200
‘Progressively more difficult’: How people are finding ways around Italy’s visa rules
With Italy’s strict visa requirements closing off legal routes to residency, would-be foreign residents are having to get creative with their relocation strategies.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:41:03 +0200
What readers wish they'd known about moving household items to Italy
If you're planning on moving to Italy, you might be considering how many of your household belongings you should bring with you. These are readers' experiences shipping their stuff to Italy, and what they'd do differently next time.
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Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:04:20 +0200
How to switch energy supplier in Italy - and how much it costs
Switching energy provider in Italy is about to get quicker, but it isn’t always free. Here’s what to know before you make the move.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:49:02 +0200
Inside Italy: Are Italy’s strict seasonal dress codes on their way out?
A record-breaking summer has also loosened some of Italy’s most rigid unwritten rules.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:51:35 +0200
Do you have to pay Italian taxes on your foreign retirement funds?
While retiring in Italy is a popular idea – and even encouraged by the Elective Residency Visa – future pensioners need to be aware of potential cross-border tax issues in order to plan their financial future.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0200
British travellers warned to avoid scam websites offering Etias visa waiver
The rollout of the EU's new Etias visa waiver has been delayed, but fake websites offering the service are catching out British travellers.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:36:08 +0200
The verdict: Would your life change if the UK rejoined the EU?
The UK Prime Minister’s recent hints at rejoining the EU or its single market have sparked debate across Brussels and Westminster. But to what extent would a closer relationship actually change daily life for Brits in Europe? We asked ...
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:53:36 +0200
Italy braces for 'autumn of discontent' as students protest
Italy is preparing for a turbulent autumn following a spike in inflation because of energy prices, with students, teachers, truck drivers and farmers taking to the streets ahead of elections next year.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:33:45 +0200
Italy and Spain agree to remove border checks
Italy and Spain agreed to remove tit-for-tat border checks introduced following a spat over migration after talks between the two countries' leaders, diplomatic and government sources said Friday.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:16:41 +0200
Vintage train trips to take in Italy this autumn
This autumn's journeys aboard vintage trains can transport you to truffle fairs and natural parks in Piedmont, Abruzzo, Lazio and beyond.
Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:33:29 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Immagino'
We imagine this word will make your Italian conversations way less awkward.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:52:40 +0200
Why you'll need to remember your ETA when renewing a passport
Passengers heading to the UK with a supposedly valid ETA might be turned away at the airport if they forget this crucial piece of travel preparation.