Europe saw at least 30,000 excess deaths across a blistering summer of back-to-back heatwaves and drought which scientists have blamed on man-made climate change, according to provisional figures.

If you live in Italy and hold an account with a UK, US or other non-EU bank, you may have recently had a message telling you about a new EU directive. Here’s what it means for foreigners in Italy.

So you’ve arrived in Italy, but what happens next? There are a few things about the immigration process that might surprise new American residents.

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.

As Italy continues to grapple with stubbornly high levels of violence against women, here’s a guide to the help that's available for anyone affected.

Travellers in Italy face a return to transport disruption from early September, as the country's summer strike ban comes to an end.

Everything you need to know about the types of fitness centres you can find in Italy and what to expect, including what’s required to register and how to get the most value from your gym membership.

You may have heard that Italian citizens living abroad, including people with dual citizenship, are required to register with AIRE. So what is it exactly and who does it apply to?

The spate of killings around the August 15th holiday came in Italy's first summer since femicide was made a specific crime under the Meloni government.

It's not uncommon for second-home owners to decide that they want to move to Italy full-time - but what are the practical steps that you need to take to make this happen?

In our latest Americans in Italy newsletter, we look at the ongoing fight against changes to rules around ancestry-based citizenship and how Americans living abroad say the way they're treated is changing.

As the number of West Nile virus infections spikes in Italy at the end of August, here's what it is and how to protect yourself.

Italy has spent the summer fighting wildfires from Sicily and Calabria to the Alps. With the season not yet over, here’s what data tells us about the scale of the fires - and who is setting them.

As Italy's government has kept checks on arrivals from Spain in place past the promised review point, what's the current situation for travel between the two countries?

If your checked bag is delayed or lost when flying to or from Italy, you'll want to follow these steps to get your belongings back and request compensation.

Did you find a new favourite place to visit in Italy this summer? Or do you have a tried-and-true summer spot you've been returning to year after year? Share your experience with fellow readers.

From a fishing trawler in the Adriatic, Italian scientists gently release thousands of tiny octopuses in the hope of fighting an invasive North American crab species that has devastated local fisheries.

Applicants for ancestry-based Italian citizenship blocked by a 1912 law will have a chance to have their case reviewed, under new guidance based on a ruling from Italy’s highest court.

From 'decorum' rules on clothing and behaviour to increased entry fees, these are the new and expanded tourism restrictions you need to know if you're planning to visit Italy in summer 2026.

An American man has died after being struck by lightning while hiking in a restricted area of Europe's tallest active volcano, according to media reports.