Italy
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:46:30 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Violence erupts after vigil for Moroccan man killed by police, Rome airport warns of longer summer queues under EES, and more news on Tuesday.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:03:03 +0200
What to expect from Italy’s air travel strikes on Tuesday
Airline staff and airport ground services are set to strike for up to 24 hours on Tuesday July 21st, with warnings of delays and cancellations for passengers.
Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:53:38 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Per nulla'
This phrase isn't tricky in the least once you get the hang of it.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:00:14 +0200
Northern Italy set for more storms as heatwave to break from Tuesday
More storms were forecast in the north as cooler air was set to sweep across the country from Tuesday, ending the sweltering heatwave.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:22:46 +0200
Anger after Morroccan man dies under police restraint in Italy
Human rights campaigners and Italy's opposition parties demanded answers on Monday after a man died under police restraint as he pleaded for help, while government leaders defended the police.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:22:17 +0200
Airport bosses warn EU's new border checks triple waiting times for Brits
European airport bosses have warned that new EU border checks are significantly increasing waiting times for British nationals arriving in the bloc, in some cases tripling the average.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:56:19 +0200
Violent hail batters northern Italy as severe storms grow more frequent
There were injuries and cancelled events in northern Italy at the weekend as hailstorms swept the region, part of a pattern that researchers say is intensifying faster here than anywhere else in the world.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:49:43 +0200
EU fines AliExpress €550m over sale of illegal products in Europe
The EU on Monday slapped a €550 million fine on online retailer AliExpress for allowing the sale of illegal products in Europe, including unsafe toys and cosmetics.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:06:06 +0200
Will Meloni’s government call early elections in Italy?
After her own MPs sank a key electoral reform amendment, talk of an early election is growing. Could Italy go to the polls in April?
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:36:07 +0200
UPDATED: The transport strikes to expect in Italy this July
From two days of air travel disruption to public transport strikes across the country, here's what to look out for in July 2026.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:55:27 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Man dies during police restraint in Bologna, body of sports journalist found burned in southern Italy, and more news on Monday.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:18:36 +0200
On the Agenda: What's happening in Italy this week
From a beloved religious festival in Rome to more rail travel disturbances in Florence, here's what to expect in Italy this week.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:11:56 +0200
Why Italy's 'top-ranked' beaches are among the most restricted
Sardinia's beaches regularly appear in viral 'must-visit' rankings. But with heavy tourist pressure driving councils to bring in restrictions, not everyone can experience these spots.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:32:37 +0200
How common is street theft in Italy's tourist hotspots?
After a spate of headlines about thieves snatching luxury watches and jewellery from tourists on the streets of Italy's cities, is this type of 'snatch and grab' crime something travellers should be concerned about?
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:14:47 +0200
Venice protesters denounce US ambassador's mega yacht
Police and demonstrators clashed briefly in Venice on Friday during a protest against the arrival of a mega-yacht owned by the US ambassador to Italy, Texan businessman Tilman Fertitta.
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:34:10 +0200
What are Italian cities doing about intensifying heat?
Italian cities are being pushed to take action as residents and visitors suffer in record-breaking heatwaves. But how much progress are they making?
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:24:07 +0200
MAP: How to find out where Italy's wildfires are
With an increasing number of Italian regions taking emergency precautions due to wildfires, here’s how to find out where active blazes are happening.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:11:08 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Penombra'
Here's one word for how much of Italy is surviving the July heat.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:00:45 +0200
Italy's Dolomites deploy police and rangers to curb tourist crowds
Authorities are sending police and rangers to patrol tourist hotspots across the Dolomites from July amid a surge in the number of visitors - and complaints about their behaviour.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:21:38 +0200
EU-based British students to pay international fees in UK from 2028
The end of a Brexit 'grace period' on university fees in 2028 means that British passport holders living in the EU will no longer qualify for home fees and could pay three times as much.