Italy set to extend fuel tax cut, water levels in Lake Albano reach historic low, and more news on Wednesday.

For generations, summer in Europe has been languid and dreamy, bringing fine weather and lengthy days on sunny beaches and terraces. But in 2026, the brutal reality of climate change forced its way into daily life.

Iceland will go to the polls on Sunday to decide whether to resume talks on EU membership. In case of a “yes” win, Iceland will become the 11th country aspiring to join the bloc. Claudia Delpero looks at the states queuing up to join...

Taking a taxi in Rome can be stressful, from finding an available car to getting slapped with an unexpected surcharge. But once you know the rules, it's easy (and much simpler than using public transport).

The Winter Olympic sport of curling, usually played on an ice rink, has made an improbable leap to Rome in one of the city's hottest summers on record – with some key modifications.

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Eight Italian cities will have new direct flights between Italy and destinations in the Caribbean, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Europe in the coming months.

After a Supreme Court ruling partially overturned Italy’s ‘minor issue’, who is eligible to have their application reviewed – and what do you need to do?

Lombardy requests state of emergency over storm damage, two injured in apartment explosion south of Rome, and more news on Tuesday.

From the return of transport strikes and back-to-school dates to travel changes and food festivals, here’s what to expect in Italy next month.

It's not long now until Italy’s schoolchildren file back into class for the new academic year. Here are the important dates you need to know for your region, from start dates to Christmas and Easter holidays.

Six EU countries are stepping up calls for a bloc-wide windfall tax on oil companies as profits soar due to the Middle East war, according to a letter seen by AFP Saturday.

From festivals to summer sales ending in certain regions, here's what to expect in Italy this week.

Everyone loves a good rooftop bar - and Rome has a selection to suit all tastes.

A visit to the lido reminded The Local Italy's editor Clare Speak why Italian beach days are anything but relaxing - and of why growing numbers of Italians are heading elsewhere in the Mediterranean instead.

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.