Italy

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:00:01 +0200
On the Agenda: What's happening in Italy this week
From Milan Fashion Week to strikes and cultural festivals, here are the major events to know about in Italy this week.

Wed, 11 May 2022 14:02:25 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Adocchiare'
We've got our eyes on this word.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:56:54 +0200
Have your say: How has Italy changed since you moved here?
Italy has transformed in many ways in recent years. We want to hear from international residents about what feels different now, what has become easier or harder, and how life in the country has changed since you first arrived.

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:04:04 +0200
RANKED: The Italian cities with the best (and worst) climate
The Adriatic coast has the best climate in Italy, both in the short- and long-term, two recent climate livability studies found.

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:05:32 +0200
EU proposes new rules on recognition of qualifications for non-EU citizens
New legislation proposed by the European Commission this week seeks to make the recognition of professional qualifications easier for non-EU citizens, a common complaint of many who've moved to the bloc from abroad.

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:54:19 +0200
OPINION: Do Canadians really want closer ties with Europe?
International headlines have been made this week by the EU and Canada announcing their mutual intention to form a deeper relationship. Mandy Pipher, The Local's resident Canadian, examines whether her compatriots would actually accept ti...

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:40:45 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Consuocero'
Use this handy word to keep up with your Italian family tree.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:27:50 +0200
12 exhibitions to look forward to in Italy this autumn and winter
From Salvador Dalí to Artemisia Gentileschi, Italy’s museums and galleries are preparing a packed programme of exhibitions for the months ahead.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:05:16 +0200
The big changes for travel in Italy this autumn
From Highway Code updates to new international flight and train routes, there are plenty of changes that travellers in Italy should be aware of this autumn.

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:41:08 +0200
La Bella Vita: Art shows not to miss, and when (and how) to learn Italian
From getting language advice from experts and foreign residents alike to decoding why your Italian utility bill is out of control, you'll find everything you need to eat, talk, drink and live like an Italian in our weekly newsletter La ...

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:25:28 +0200
Four Italian hospitals rank among world’s top 10 for specialist care
Italian hospitals perform strongly in several specialist fields in a new global ranking, but a stark north-south healthcare divide persists.

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:56:29 +0200
12 Italian regions placed under storm alert this Friday
Heavy rain has caused flooding and disruption in parts of Italy, but forecasters expect conditions to improve over the weekend.

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:21:46 +0200
EXPLAINED: Will you benefit from Italy's abolished road tax in 2027?
The 'auto bollo' vehicle tax will be eliminated for most cars and drivers in Italy in 2027. But who's eligible for the tax cut, and how can you claim it?

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:54:36 +0200
Probe of doctors working with migrants sparks anger in Italy
Italian rights groups on Thursday criticised prosecutors for investigating doctors suspected of helping undocumented migrants to avoid being held in detention centres.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:15:32 +0200
EXPLAINED: What would change for kids and social media under new EU law?
The EU laid out plans Thursday for strict age limits for children to access social media, games and AI assistants -- and on forcing companies to make platforms safe before minors use them.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:35:20 +0200
Canada's PM Carney pushes 'new alliance' with EU despite Trump threats
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney shrugged off a threat of US retaliation on Thursday as he pitched a "new alliance" with Europe as a bulwark against outside pressures, in a closely watched speech to the European Parliament.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:24:27 +0200
Italy to scrap costly road tax from 2027
From 2027, the owners of about 70 percent of vehicles on Italy's roads will not have to pay the annual road tax.

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 17:06:54 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Zitto'
Be quiet and listen to this Italian word.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:08:29 +0200
Why are Italy’s electricity prices among the highest in Europe?
As consumer groups warn of another spike in energy bills this autumn, we explore why people in Italy are forking over more than their European neighbours.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:17:33 +0200
How Americans in Italy can benefit from international credit unions
As traditional banks increasingly spurn their US clients who live overseas, international credit unions may be a viable option for the banking and investment needs of Americans living in Italy.

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