Italy

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:05:12 +0200
Italian expression of the day: ‘Da che pulpito’
Look who this expression's coming from.

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 08:38:52 +0200
EU to help cities clamp down on tourist rentals
The EU is set to lay out rules helping European cities to curb short-term rentals such as Airbnb in a bid to tackle rising house prices, according to plans seen by AFP Friday.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:43:09 +0200
United Airlines announces three new US-Italy routes for 2027
The major American airline will add two new direct routes from the New York area to Sardinia and Sicily, plus a new service from DC to Milan and the return of a seasonal connection to Puglia.

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:57:57 +0200
The transport strikes to expect in Italy this September
From a nationwide train strike to a general walkout affecting planes, trains and ferries, here's what to look out for if you are travelling in Italy in September 2026.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:24:01 +0200
Five EU countries aim to send rejected migrants to 'return hubs' by 2027
Five European Union countries are seeking a deal with an unnamed non-EU country to host a "return hub" for migrants whose asylum applications have been rejected, with a targeted start date of January 1, a Danish minister said Friday. ...

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:56:32 +0200
Italy appeals for blood donors as stocks run critically low over summer
Italy’s national blood centre issued an urgent appeal for donors after warning that stocks were running low nationwide, with hospitals in Lazio, Campania and Sicily worst affected.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:39:28 +0200
What to expect from Italy's rail strike on Monday and Tuesday
The 24-hour nationwide strike impacting train travel is expected to cause cancellations and delays, with some long-distance and regional services guaranteed.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:29:12 +0200
How did the Meloni government become Italy's longest-lasting?
Giorgia Meloni's administration on Friday set a new record for the longest time in office - no small feat in a country known for political instability. But critics say she managed it mainly by doing very little with that time.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:13:46 +0200
Could Europe's border queues get longer this month as key EES date passes?
Monday September 7th could be a key date for the full enforcement of the EU's biometric border checks with concerns raised that queues at border checks could get longer and slower this month.

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:10:40 +0200
Will the European Union take up the climate fight after brutal heatwaves?
Is climate change set for a comeback as a top EU priority, after a deadly summer of record-breaking heatwaves across Europe?

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:26:06 +0200
Italy's Meloni throws party to celebrate record in power
Thousands of supporters are expected at the Bari rally, as Meloni looks to build momentum ahead of the 2027 election.

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:42:53 +0200
What you need to know about Italy's free museum Sundays
Want to see the Colosseum or Michelangelo’s David for free? You can on one date every month.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:52:09 +0200
One last weekend of summer: Where and when will it be hottest in Italy?
Temperatures are expected to rise from Friday and peak over the weekend across Italy, followed by a sharp drop off into cooler autumn weather by the middle of next week.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:02:08 +0100
Why you should make The Local one of your preferred sources on Google
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Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:34:12 +0200
'Can't rely on goodwill': The verdict on how well you need to speak Italian in Italy
Not every foreigner you’ll meet in Rome or Milan can speak Italian well, but do they really need to? Italy's international residents tell us how essential fluency is for a good life here.

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 14:36:47 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Da morire'
We think you'll really love this one.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:35:55 +0200
Russia could try to influence Italy’s general election, foreign minister warns
The Italian government must "act early" against any potential interference from Russia in next year's election, Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani warned on Wednesday.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:27:51 +0200
Six essential articles for anyone who's just moved to Italy
You got your visa, packed up your life, and are ready to start fresh after moving to Italy. But what do you need to do when you arrive, and where should you start?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:56:00 +0200
Americans in Italy: New US-Italy flights and vocab for getting your residency permit
In our latest Americans in Italy newsletter, we share the new flights strengthening nonstop options between the East Coast and Italy and explain everything Americans need to know about getting permanent residency – a big step toward ci...

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:48:42 +0200
Ryanair to cut winter flights in Europe to save on fuel costs
Ryanair said Wednesday that it would reduce its winter schedule in Europe as the Irish no-frills airline and other carriers come up against higher fuel costs caused by the US-Iran war.

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