Italy
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:46:27 +0200
Rabat urges Rome to 'shed full light' on death of Moroccan in Bologna
Morocco has demanded that Italian authorities explain the death of one the kingdom's nationals during his arrest in Bologna, an event that sparked major protests in the Italian city.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:36:28 +0200
EU cancels subsidy to Venice Biennale over Russia presence
The European Union said Tuesday that it had definitively cancelled a two million euro ($2.3 million) grant to the Venice Biennale over Russia's presence at the world's biggest contemporary art show.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:22 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
‘Nothing can justify’ Bologna violence says PM, Meloni criticises Vannacci AI gladiator video, and more news from Italy on Wednesday.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:11:43 +0200
SURVEY: How do you feel about life as an American in Italy?
We want to know how US citizens feel they are treated in Italy right now, and whether this has changed under the Trump administration.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:07:12 +0200
What’s happening with EES checks at Italy’s airports this summer?
Following reports that Rome’s airports may suspend new EU biometric checks to avoid travel ‘disaster’ this summer, what do Italy’s other airports have planned?
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:02:47 +0200
European countries move to ban social media for children
Lawmakers in France are scheduled to vote on Tuesday to ban social media for under-15s -- one of 20 countries worldwide to have proposed or introduced such measures, with many of them in Europe.
Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:54:06 +0100
Italian expression of the day: 'Mandare a quel paese'
There's one place you never want an Italian to send you.
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.
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.