Italy
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:09:04 +0200
KEY DATES: The transport strikes to expect in Italy in July 2025
People travelling to, from or across Italy could face disruption this July as trade unions have announced walkouts affecting air, rail and local public transport services.
Thu, 09 May 2019 16:16:12 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Senz'altro'
This is certainly a handy phrase to know.
Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:38:50 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Greek court approves extradition of US man accused of double murder, Rome to hike public transport fares from Tuesday, and more news from Italy on Monday.
Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:56:13 +0200
How to organise your language test for Italian citizenship
People applying for Italian citizenship by residency or marriage need to prove proficiency in the Italian language by taking a test. But where can you take it and how can you book it?
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:48:00 +0200
Cold baths and climate shelters as Southern Europe heatwave intensifies
Authorities across Southern Europe urged people to seek shelter and protect the most vulnerable on Sunday, as punishing temperatures from Spain to Portugal, Italy and France climbed higher in the summer's first major heatwave.
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:55:06 +0200
Everything that changes about life in Italy in July 2025
From new flight routes to transport strikes and summer festivals, here's what to expect in Italy over the coming month.
Sun, 29 Jun 2025 10:02:16 +0200
On the agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From an important tax deadline to higher public transport fares in Rome and the start of Italy’s summer sales, here's what to expect this week.
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:39:15 +0200
What are your responsibilities as a foreign resident in Italy?
Being an official resident in Italy has plenty of perks, but it also comes with responsibilities. Here's a closer look at exactly what you're getting yourself into.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:22:31 +0200
The key Italian words you won’t want to mix up when travelling
Travelling in Italy this summer? Knowing how to use some commonly misunderstood transport-related vocabulary will help you on your way.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 13:39:10 +0200
How securing rights through citizenship has become 'increasingly fragile'
Naturalisation has often been seen as the best way to secure the right to live in a country and to be able return any time, but this notion is becoming “increasingly fragile”, a new report reveals.
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:32:50 +0200
EXPLAINED: How Florence has changed its rules on tourist lets in 2025
New rules cracking down on Airbnb and other tourist rentals have recently come into force in Florence. As angry local landlords vow to challenge the measures in court, here’s a look at what’s changed.
Sat, 28 Jun 2025 07:49:36 +0200
Bezos, Sánchez say 'I do' in a divided Venice
Amazon tycoon Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez tied the knot on Friday at a sumptuous ceremony with the rich and famous on an island in Venice's lagoon, out of the sight and sound of protesters.
Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:09:26 +0200
EXPLAINED: Italy's new rules for short-term lets in 2025
The rules on running Airbnb and other short-term tourist rentals in Italy are constantly changing, and vary by region. Here are the latest updates for hosts this year.
Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:40:18 +0200
What you can and cannot do as a non-resident in Italy
If you're a non-resident in Italy, there are certain services and rights you will have access to and others that you won't. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering taking up residency.
Tue, 06 Feb 2024 10:29:46 +0100
Second-home owners: What are the options for healthcare in Italy?
Regular visitors who spend extended periods of time in Italy, own property in the country, or have dual citizenship are sometimes unsure of their healthcare rights or the type of policy they’ll need. Here's a look at the available opti...
Tue, 13 Aug 2019 09:47:23 +0200
'Gelato for lunch': Italy's official advice for keeping cool in summer
As the temperatures soar in Italy, the health ministry offers some advice on keeping cool - including on the importance of food and drink.
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:17:34 +0200
Via Spluga: The Alpine walk that inspired my lifelong love of Italy’s mountains
This scenic route dates back to Roman times, and to writer Rachael Martin was the inspiration for building a new life in northern Italy - as well as for writing her latest book.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:44:32 +0200
Why summers in the Alps will see far more intense rainfall in future
Short, intense summer rainfall in Europe's Alpine regions is likely to become more frequent and severe in the future because of global warming, according to a study released Thursday by the University of Lausanne (UNIL).
Thu, 26 Jun 2025 15:11:19 +0200
La Bella Vita: Ordering pizza like an Italian and the events not to miss this July
From making the most of Italy's cultural highlights this summer to navigating the surprising complexity of a pizza order, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living...
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:32:57 +0200
Italian chemical plant executives convicted in 'historic' water pollution trial
Managers of a now-defunct chemical plant in northern Italy were handed jail terms of up to 17 years on Thursday for contaminating water used by hundreds of thousands of people with "forever chemicals".