Italy
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:06:23 +0100
On the Agenda: What's happening in Italy this week
From a parliamentary debate on rising fuel prices to Italy's National Unity and Armed Forces Day, here's what's happening in Italy this week.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:06:09 +0100
Five of the best Italian sweets to try on All Souls' Day
From cookies shaped like bones to 'beans of the dead', every Italian region has its variation on seasonal sweets at this time of year - and they have nothing to do with Halloween candy.
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.
Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:36:08 +0100
'A lot of arguing to be done': What's at stake in the upcoming EU-UK summit?
Leaders of the EU and the UK will meet for a crucial summit in November with a move towards closer cooperation on the table. But how much will be achieved given the differences and disagreements that exist?
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:04:15 +0200
CALENDAR: The transport strikes to expect in Italy in November 2026
From several air traffic control strikes to another national general strike, here's what to expect if you're travelling in Italy in November 2026.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:48:58 +0100
La Bella Vita: Vintage train rides for autumn and November events in Italy
From knowing what to realistically expect from an Italian food festival to booking sought-after tickets for an autumnal excursion aboard a vintage train, you'll find everything you need to eat, talk, drink and live like an Italian in our...
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:52:12 +0100
Eight measures in Italy’s 2027 budget that affect foreign residents
Italy’s draft 2027 budget includes an income tax cut for some higher earners and an extension to parental leave allowance.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:42:18 +0100
Thousands of students and workers protest in Italy under heavy security
Thousands of students and workers took to the streets across Italy on Friday, calling for more school funding and relief from the soaring cost of living, amid a high police presence to avert possible clashes.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:13:24 +0100
What's on in Italy: 16 events not to miss this November
From film festivals to a chocolate fair in Perugia and the first Christmas markets of the season in South Tyrol, there are plenty of things to do in Italy this November.
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:30:17 +0200
LISTED: New direct flights to and from Italy in autumn 2026
Nine Italian cities will have new direct flights between Italy and destinations in the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Europe in the coming months.
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...
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.
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.