Italy
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:01:39 +0200
Six cold Italian coffee options to keep cool and caffeinated this summer
From a dessert-like caffè crema to a bubbly espresso tonic, try ordering one of these cold coffee drinks at the bar when the weather becomes too hot for a normal espresso.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:44:55 +0200
US returns hundreds of cultural assets to Italy
A marble head of Alexander the Great dating from the 1st century AD was among hundreds of cultural artefacts returned to Italy from the United States in recent months, police said on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:53:44 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy's private high-speed rail operator eyes German market, Meloni says any fuel tax cut extension to be short and diesel-focused, and more news from Italy on Thursday.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:25:56 +0200
Transport minister says Italy has enough jet fuel to last through May
Italy has enough reserves of jet fuel to last through the end of May, the country's transportation minister told parliament on Wednesday.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:51:20 +0200
CALENDAR: The transport strikes to expect in Italy in May 2026
Several 'scioperi' are expected this month, from three general strikes to a nationwide Easyjet strike, among others.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:19:30 +0100
Italian expression of the day: 'Qualcosa non torna'
Does something about this phrase seem off to you?
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:46:42 +0200
Labour Day: What's open and what's closed in Italy on May 1st 2026
With Italy's Labour Day falling on Friday this year, how will transport services, shops, museums and restaurants around the country be affected by the public holiday?
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:24:19 +0200
How does renewing a US passport work in Italy?
It's actually very simple – and pretty much follows the same process (and price) as renewing a US passport state-side. Here's a step-by-step guide.
Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:39:46 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Real wages in Italy down 7.8 percent since 2021, Costa Rica extradites alleged drug trafficker with mafia links to Italy, and more news on Wednesday.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:02:34 +0200
How to use your Italian ID card to access public services online
Italy is phasing out the SPID in favour of the electronic identity card – so how do you set up the CIE as a digital credential instead?
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:30:53 +0200
Everything that changes in Italy in May 2026
From new labour and security laws to special museum openings and new flight routes across Europe and North America, here's what people living in Italy can expect this May.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:16:33 +0200
EU anti-waste law: New laptops sold in Europe must now use USB-C chargers
After standardising chargers for mobile phones, from Tuesday new computers sold in EU countries must also use the USB-C charging point, as the latest phase of EU anti-waste legislation comes into force.
Fri, 25 Mar 2022 17:26:01 +0100
Italian expression of the day: 'Vale la pena'
It's well worth making the effort to learn this simple phrase.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:52:56 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Five known officials under investigation for sporting fraud in Italian football, anger over Swiss demand to pay for treatment of bar fire victims, and more news on Tuesday.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:39:16 +0200
Europe's budget airlines first to cut flights as jet fuel prices soar
Ryanair, Transavia, Volotea and other low-cost airlines are feeling the financial pain from high jet fuel prices as a result of the Middle East war and are cutting flights.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:14:03 +0200
What are the EES rules for residents at each Italian airport?
Uneven application of EES rules at Italy’s airports has caused chaos and confusion for foreign residents; The Local has been digging for answers.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:19:30 +0200
SPID: Italy is scrapping the digital ID - so what should you use instead?
For the majority of people in Italy, another change is coming to the way they use public services online.
Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:55:27 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Smarrito'
You won't feel lost after learning this Italian word.
Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:27:02 +0200
Jet fuel shortages: Will flights to Italy be cancelled this summer?
At the time of year when people would normally be booking their summer holidays, there's great uncertainty around whether airlines will cancel flights, or hike prices, due to jet fuel shortages. So what's the situation in Italy?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:53:53 +0200
Q&A: What are the EES rules for residents arriving at Italian airports?
As the EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) becomes mandatory, we look again at how the rules are being applied to permanent residents of Italy.