Italy
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:21 +0100
EU to slap new €2 fee on online shopping orders from outside Europe
The EU will charge an extra €2 "processing fee" on parcels imported into the European Union from Sunday November 1st in a bid to reduce the influx of cheap Chinese products bought on the internet. The fee is on top of the recent €3 E...
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:55:47 +0100
Eight unmissable Halloween events in Italy
From family days out to hardcore frights, our roundup of Halloween events in Italy has something for everyone.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:46:03 +0100
Italian students to protest amid nationwide strike on Friday
School and university students are to rally in several Italian cities on Friday to call for more funding for schools and support for housing, with security forces preparing for possible clashes.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:59:28 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Disruption expected amid general strike, Italy’s draft budget faces fight in parliament, and more news on Friday.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 21:09:48 +0100
Europeans and Canadians set to get more opportunities to move across Atlantic
The European Union and Canada are set to announce on Friday a new strategic alliance that will include more opportunities for Canadians and Europeans to live and study and work on the opposite side of the Atlantic.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:16:05 +0100
Strikes and protests: What to expect in Italy this weekend
Rallies are planned across Italian cities on Friday during the country's second general strike of the month, as unrest over the cost of living crisis looks set to continue.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:08:07 +0200
Why 'sagra' harvest festivals really are one of the best ways to experience Italy
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.
Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:21:47 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Imbottito'
This cosy word describes how you'll see Italians dressed from now until spring – regardless of the actual temperature.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:27:01 +0200
Crypts and castles: The spookiest places to visit in Rome at Halloween
If you’re a Halloween fan looking for some thrills while in Rome, these are some of the creepiest spots that you may or may not have heard of. Visit if you dare.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:31:58 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy brings back diesel tax cut for 11 days, alleged organiser of Milan protests released from prison, and more news on Thursday.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:42:18 +0100
Italian PM slams 'shameful' release of alleged protest organiser
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday slammed as "shameful" the decision by a judge to dismiss accusations against a campaigner arrested on terrorism charges for allegedly seeking to organise violent protests.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:28:28 +0100
Tax breaks for young people set to feature in Italy's 2027 budget
Lower taxes for young professionals and healthcare subsidies for over-75s were among the measures ministers were expected to approve in Italy's 2027 budget on Wednesday.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:22:56 +0100
Italian unions vow to defy ban on Friday’s transport strike
Italy’s transport minister on Tuesday ordered transport workers not to join Friday’s general strike, as protests and walkouts in schools and hospitals are set to go ahead in dozens of towns and cities.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:42:44 +0100
'Bonus mamme': How to claim Italy's new payment for working mothers
Italy has opened applications for this year's €720 payment for mothers in paid work, but not all will be eligible.
Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:26:41 +0100
Italian expression of the day: ‘Piantare in asso’
This is a fate you’ll want to avoid.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:05:17 +0100
Renters in Italy among worst off in Europe as wages stall
Italy was the only large EU economy with a rising number of people struggling to pay for housing as wages remain flat, according to new Eurostat data.
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:57:14 +0200
What Americans should know about getting permanent residency in Italy
After five years of residence, Americans in Italy are able to enjoy expanded rights as long-term permanent residents of the EU. Here's what you need to know about qualifying for the long-term permit – and why it's worth the paperwork.
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Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:45:32 +0100
‘A new crime is born’: How Italy is cracking down on protests
In a show of strength described by lawyers as 'myopic', Italy has approved tough new security measures aimed at containing the wave of protests sweeping the country.
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:03:27 +0100
ANALYSIS: Who are the groups behind Italy’s protests?
Online networks with no party or union behind them have brought thousands of people onto Italy’s streets this month, with more protests expected. So who are they and how are they organised?
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 13:51:38 +0100
TELL US: What do you miss about 'home' that you can't do in Italy?
Even if you love living in Italy and feel at home here, when you've moved to a different country from where you grew up, there will perhaps always be things you miss. What are those things for you?