Italy
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:38:39 +0100
Italy's Meloni calls on tourism minister to resign
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday called for the resignation of her tourism minister, who is under investigation for fraud, as the far-right leader faced pressure after losing a referendum on justice reforms.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:31:40 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Australia wins right to use Prosecco label, Italy braced for fresh cold snap, and more news on Wednesday.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:38:55 +0100
Italian singer-songwriter Gino Paoli dies at 91
Italian singer-songwriter Gino Paoli, who wrote the much-loved hits "Il Cielo in Una Stanza" and "Sapore di Sale", has died at the age of 91, his family said in a statement quoted by Italian media on Tuesday.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:20:44 +0100
Which countries in Europe have the biggest share of foreign residents?
In 2025, people born outside the European Union made up about 10 percent of the EU’s 450 million population. But which countries have the largest share of foreign-born residents?
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:26:19 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Grintoso'
A bit of determination pays off when learning this word.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:12:39 +0100
Americans in Italy: Navigating the EES and driving on a US license
In our latest Americans in Italy newsletter, we share reader experiences traveling to Italy with the new EES biometric system and ask how you can drive in Italy with your US license.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:07:19 +0100
Italy adds more trains to coastal destinations for summer 2026
A new train service linking the Italian Riviera to Lombardy and Piedmont launches this week as the spring travel season begins.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:06:43 +0100
TELL US: What's your advice for renting an apartment in Italy?
Whether you found a great place with ease or have a horror story to share, we want to hear what your experience is of renting in Italy — and what tips you'd pass on.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:54:02 +0100
'First real defeat': Why losing Italy's referendum is a major blow for Meloni
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who suffered a major blow on Monday after a justice reform she had proposed was voted down, has until now been on a winning streak ahead of elections next year.
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:50:25 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Italian voters reject justice system reform, Milan stock exchange rebounds after Trump says talks 'productive', and more news from Italy on Tuesday.
Tue, 09 Oct 2018 16:07:54 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Cioè'
This popular Italian word will help you express yourself more clearly – that is to say, better.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:37:06 +0100
Italy's postal service launches bid to take over telecoms giant TIM
Poste Italiane is launching a 10.8-billion euro bid to take full control of telecom operator TIM, in which it already holds a majority stake, the state-controlled post office said on Monday.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:05:37 +0100
An Italian Easter menu: Dishes to try each day of Holy Week
Food is central to any Italian celebration, and Easter is no exception. These are some of the classic Italian dishes to try at this time of year, from traditional lamb and artichokes to an unusual pig's blood dessert.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:27:36 +0100
On the Agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From a key referendum on judicial reform to the start of Easter celebrations and a new US-Italy flight route, here’s what to expect this week.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:35:05 +0100
Italy holds high-stakes referendum on judicial reform
Italians began voting Sunday in a two-day referendum on reforms that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says will make the judiciary more independent -- but which critics argue will do the opposite.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:23:27 +0100
Two skiers killed and five hurt in northern Italy avalanche
Two skiers died and five others were injured on Saturday when an avalanche rumbled down on them in the Italian Alps, in the Tentino-Alto Adigo region, the mountain rescue service said.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:43:37 +0100
Anarchist couple killed in accidental Rome blast
Two Italian anarchists were killed in an explosion at a cabin on the outskirts of Rome, apparently while making a bomb, media reports said Saturday.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:09 +0100
Young British dual nationals barred from flights home over new passport rules
More British dual nationals have been stranded abroad after being refused entry on return flights under new UK border rules.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:29:58 +0100
Umbria, Puglia, Sicily: Where foreigners are choosing to move in Italy
A new report reveals the top ten most-searched municipalities in Italy by those looking to move from abroad, with the south coming out in front.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:25 +0100
'No information': How one researcher got stuck in Italy’s residency permit limbo
A Singaporean researcher at the University of Perugia has spent nearly 1,000 days without a valid residency permit since moving to Italy, despite estimating that she spends five days every year dealing with application paperwork