Italy
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:17:54 +0100
Italy pushes ahead with 'naval blockade' plan to stop migrant boats
Ministers could temporarily "ban" migrant boats from entering Italian waters and send them to Albania under proposed new rules announced by the government on Wednesday.
Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:53:05 +0100
What Americans need to know about opening a bank account in Italy
If you’re planning to move from the US to Italy, opening an Italian bank account will be one of the first things you’ll need to do upon arrival.
Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:35:24 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy's government approves "naval blockade" plan, unions urged to postpone Olympics transport strikes, and more news on Thursday.
Fri, 13 May 2022 13:10:35 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Si tratta di'
Have you ever wondered what this phrase is all about?
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:38:30 +0100
‘Horrific’: What it’s like applying for Italy’s residency permit
Italy’s foreign residents describe waiting years to receive their ‘permesso di soggiorno’ residency permits as the country’s administrative backlog worsens.
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:58:55 +0100
Replacement for cash? How the new 'digital euro' would work for Europeans
Supporters say it would let Europeans make online payments without relying on US payment system, but critics fear it would allow governments to surveil citizens' payments. How would the digital euro work?
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:56:28 +0100
Valentine's Day in Italy: How and where it's celebrated
San Valentino – and amore – is celebrated across Italy on February 14th with religious and cultural events.
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:32:29 +0100
'4-hour queues': Europe's airlines and airports fear summer travel chaos
Airlines across Europe have called on EU chiefs to review the ongoing roll-out for the EES biometric border checks amid fears the system will lead to border chaos this summer.
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:05:24 +0100
UPDATED: The transport strikes to expect in Italy in February 2026
A handful of strikes have been announced for February in Italy, affecting air travel, trains, and local public transport.
Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:11:43 +0100
Italian journalists declare strike over Olympic gaffes
Sports journalists at Italian public broadcaster RAI are going on strike over a gaffe-filled commentary of the Winter Olympics opening ceremony by the head of their department.
Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:43:25 +0100
Italian word of the day: ‘Parecchio’
You can have a lot of fun with this word.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:09:18 +0100
Did Valentine's Day really originate in Italy?
February 14th is famous the world over as Valentine’s Day – or as it’s known in Italian, 'la festa di San Valentino'. But where did the idea of a day dedicated to lovers come from? And was Saint Valentine himself really Italian?
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Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:18:48 +0100
Italian gymnastics ex-coach stands trial for bullying
The former coach of Italy's rhythmic gymnastics team goes on trial on Tuesday accused of bullying athletes, fuelling questions over the treatment of young athletes as the country hosts the Winter Olympics.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:46:09 +0100
Seven villages added to Italy's ‘most beautiful’ list
New additions from the 'Borghi Più Belli d’Italia' range from a lakeside hamlet in Lombardy to a medieval mountain town in Basilicata.
Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:49:32 +0100
Italian suspect questioned over Sarajevo 'weekend snipers' killings
An 80-year-old man suspected of being a "weekend sniper" who paid the Bosnian Serb army to shoot civilians during the 1990s siege of Sarajevo was questioned on Monday in Milan, Italian media reported.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:49:30 +0100
What are the best phone plans for travel to Italy in 2026?
Getting stung by unexpected roaming fees is one of the fastest ways to take the air out of your Italy trip – but with a little advance planning, you can keep your internet access without racking up hefty charges.
Fri, 13 Sep 2019 18:36:21 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Sfegatato'
Have you got the guts for this word?
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:13:46 +0100
Italy's Capri limits tour group sizes to tackle overtourism
The Italian island of Capri will this summer ban tourist groups of more than 40 people as it seeks to manage hordes of day-trippers, Italian news agency Ansa reported Saturday.
Mon, 09 Feb 2026 08:11:23 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Italy opens investigation into Bologna rail sabotage, Capri to limit tour group sizes to tackle overtourism, and more news on Monday.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:18:13 +0100
'Free the mountains!": clashes at Milan protest over Winter Olympics
Thousands of people marched through Milan on Saturday in protest against the Winter Olympics, with a small number setting off fireworks and clashing with police in riot shields.