Two dead as storms and flooding hit northern Italy, fuel tax cut set for another extension, and more news on Friday.

Italy saw relatively positive student rankings in this year's OECD educational survey, while many other countries faced a sharp decline – but a large gap persists between Italian and non-Italian students.

International families may find Italian schools are very different to those back home - but are they better or worse? The Local asked readers to share their own experiences with schools in Italy.

There's no point complaining about today's Italian word.

The purchase price is just the beginning: here's what to budget for in taxes, fees, commissions and other costs.

If you plan to move to or stay in Italy long-term, then learning Italian should definitely be at the top of your to-do list. But when's the best time to start learning? We asked Italian language teacher Lucrezia Oddone – of the popular...

Italy already has some of the highest energy costs in Europe, and rising prices are expected to add hundreds to household bills in the coming months.

What does Italy's colour-coded warning system mean and what can you do to stay safe in extreme weather?

Picking up a new language isn’t always smooth sailing, but Italy’s foreign residents tell us making the effort to learn Italian brings its own rewards.

Don't let today's phrase put your nose out of joint.

Many of the factors to consider when deciding to buy a new or used car in Italy aren't unique, but there are a few Italian particularities that make the decision a little less straightforward than you might think.

As Italy’s national blood centre appeals for urgent donations to keep supplies topped up, we look at why most British residents are still turned away.

Temperatures will fall sharply from Wednesday, forecasters said, with storms and heavy rain expected from north to south.

In the latest edition of our Moving to Italy newsletter, we round up our most useful guides for your first steps with Italy's bureaucracy, and provide the Italian language intro we wish we'd had when getting the residency permit. ...

Rome's Baths of Trajan, an ancient bathing and leisure complex featuring giant frescoes and mosaics, is opening to visitors for the first time, the city's mayor said on Tuesday.

Cities across Europe will gain more leeway to curb short-term rentals such as Airbnb under plans to bring down housing costs in tourism hotspots that the European Union is to unveil Wednesday.

Italian authorities have suspended the search for a Canadian skyrunner who has been missing in the Alps for a week, officials told AFP on Tuesday.

Buying a car in Italy seems like it should be easy, but in fact, it can be hard to convince someone to take your money, explains The Local reporter Miranda Mullings.

Don't let this Italian word give you a nasty shock.

Prices have been soaring for months as fuel supplies continue to be disrupted. These are some ways to reduce your energy spending and help keep your utility bill low as prices continue rising throughout autumn in Italy.