Italy

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:50:59 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy's Frecciarossa starts test runs in Germany and Austria, fire engulfs Palermo shopping centre, and more news on Thursday.

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.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:09:36 +0200
Italian word of the day: ‘Controesodo’
Don’t let yourself get held up by this little compound word.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:20:37 +0200
What parents should know about the return to school in Italy
With the start of the 2026/2027 academic year in Italy just a few weeks away, here's what parents need to know about return dates, cost of materials and some updates for the new school year.

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:39:59 +0200
Environmentalists fight to stop Italy opening hunting season early
As Italy’s hunting season approaches, regions including Tuscany plan to open as soon as this week – but a group of animal rights organisations is putting up fierce resistance.

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:55:22 +0200
'Nothing has changed': Meloni government set to become Italy's longest-lasting
Giorgia Meloni's hard-right government on Friday becomes the longest-lasting in Italy's postwar history – a notable record that belies considerable challenges ahead of elections next year.

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:20:07 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'Quanto ti devo?'
We owe you this one.

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:02:19 +0200
Why 'il rientro' means so much more in Italy than a new school year
While it's often translated as merely the start of a new school year or the end of a holiday, this word has a deeper cultural significance.

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:57:14 +0200
What Americans should know about getting permanent residency in Italy
After five years of residence, Americans in Italy are able to enjoy expanded rights as long-term permanent residents of the EU. Here's what you need to know about qualifying for the long-term permit – and why it's worth the paperwork. ...

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:37:42 +0200
Everything that changes in Italy in September 2026
From the return of transport strikes and back-to-school dates to travel changes and food festivals, here’s what to expect in Italy this month.

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:17:54 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Italian businesses see 50 percent spike in summer electricity bills, Italy on track to lose over 20 percent of population by 2080, and more news on Tuesday.

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 16:59:55 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Sacco'
There are lots of ways to use this short Italian word.

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:32:19 +0200
Italy and Spain extend border checks for 15 days in migration row
Italy and Spain announced on Monday a 15-day extension of reciprocal border checks imposed in a spat over a migrant rush last month into the Spanish north African territory of Ceuta.

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:12:13 +0200
'Warning to Europe': How Iceland's 'No' vote is a blow to the EU
The European Union put on a brave face on Sunday in response to the Icelandic vote against resuming EU accession negotiations, but the result is no doubt a big blow to Brussels and a boon for eurosceptics.

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:02:09 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Lombardy suffers further damage from storms, Colosseum becomes ‘red zone’ in security crackdown, and more news on Monday.

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:39:14 +0200
On the Agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From the return of transport strikes to heavy traffic warnings and a range of cultural festivals and events, here's what to expect in Italy this week.

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:51:15 +0200
Victim in Swiss shooting was Italian: ministry
A woman killed at a shooting at a rave in Switzerland was an Italian national, Italy's foreign ministry said in a statement on Sunday.

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:01:37 +0200
Iceland votes 'No' to resuming EU talks
Iceland voted 'No' to resuming membership negotiations with the European Union, final referendum results showed Sunday, dealing a heavy blow to Brussels which had been keen to welcome a new wealthy member.

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