Italy
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 10:52:29 +0200
Italy truckers end protests after fuel aid
Truck drivers on Friday ended protests that have paralysed southern Italy for the past week as the last picket lines in Campania were dismantled, allowing deliveries to supermarkets to resume.
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 09:49:48 +0200
Lawmakers say EU must probe social media role in protests
The EU must urgently investigate the role of social media during protests in member states including France, European lawmakers demanded Friday, adding that Brussels should be prepared to block access "as a last resort".
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 08:21:00 +0200
Protests expected in Rome and Milan under heavy security
Security forces are deploying massively in Italy on Saturday for protests planned in eight cities including Rome and Milan after some demonstrations turned violent last weekend.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:14:13 +0200
Sagra: The best Italian food festivals to visit in November 2026
Harvest season may be coming to an end, but Italy's food festivals are still going strong. Here are some of the best to stop by in November.
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.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:26:21 +0200
Italy sends 500 soldiers to Milan as more demonstrations planned
Ministers on Tuesday also made it easier to detain and prosecute teenagers, after a weekend of protests marred by violence in Milan in which most of those arrested were under 18.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:52:44 +0200
Italy sees huge spike in new residency permits as citizenship claims fall
New figures have revealed a large increase in the number of Italian residency permits issued in 2025, with the highest increases for students and family members, while new citizenship claims dropped – particularly among those with Ital...
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:17:17 +0200
UPDATED: The protests to expect in Italy this weekend
Further protests are expected across Italy this weekend, particularly on Saturday, October 24th. Here's what is planned and whether the country is likely to see the same level of chaos as last weekend in Milan.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:49:21 +0200
EU parliament approves more safeguards for travellers in Europe
The European Parliament has given its final approval to a new set of safeguards for the 13 billion people who travel in Europe each year by plane, train, coach, bus or ferry.
Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:31:10 +0200
How much does fuel cost in Italy right now?
Petrol prices in Italy have increased by 20 percent in the past six months. Here's what you should expect to pay at the pump, where it's cheapest to fuel up, and what to expect next.
Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:52:05 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Denunciare'
Here's the Italian verb you'll need if you have something to report.
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:26:35 +0100
7 spooky Italian films to watch over Halloween
With Halloween just around the corner, you might be in the mood for a spooky film. Here are our suggestions for Italian horror flicks to watch this time of year.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:41:40 +0200
'Generational rage': How young Europeans are fighting to be heard
From blockaded schools in Rome to tent camps in Madrid and street protests in France, young people across Europe are turning their anger on a political class they say is not listening.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:51:40 +0200
Ryanair announces 18 new Italy flights for winter 2026
The popular budget airline is expanding its routes at five Italian airports with new seasonal connections to Europe and North Africa in the coming months.
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 16:34:19 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Come ti pare'
Give this easygoing expression a go.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:53:27 +0200
Italy and Spain lift border checks in place since summer
Italy and Spain have formally agreed to end reciprocal border checks introduced following a spat over migration, Italy’s interior ministry said on Thursday.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:48:09 +0200
Everything that changes in Italy in November 2026
From tax deadlines and transport strikes to several holidays and new winter flights, here's what to expect in Italy next month.
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, 22 Oct 2026 08:20:00 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Mayors warn trucker blockades ‘paralysing’ southern Italy, soldier killed by fallen tree in Italy storms, and more news on Thursday.
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:51:30 +0100
Italian word of the day: Scusa vs Mi dispiace
We're sorry to say these important Italian phrases are easy to use incorrectly.