Italy

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:59:32 +0200
EU nations to hold emergency meeting on diesel prices amid US pressure
EU nations will meet Friday, aiming to develop a unified response to soaring diesel prices, a day after the US called on its European allies to release strategic reserves "immediately" to stem the crisis.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:36:29 +0200
FACT CHECK: How much can you really save by switching energy supplier in Italy?
As Italy's energy giants launch offers that may sound a little too good to be true, we look at what you could save - and why comparing deals is not straightforward.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:25:43 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
General strike brings three-hour rail stoppage, Meloni defends Egypt ties after Regeni verdict, and more news on Friday.

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:23:19 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Mezzogiorno'
This Italian word is used for talking about more than just lunchtime.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:42:49 +0200
'We won't change approach': EU wants actions from UK, rather than words
After a rollercoaster decade since the Brexit vote, the idea of the UK rejoining is still only a distant prospect and the European Union is waiting first to see what London wants next.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:49:40 +0200
How much more expensive will your Italian utility bills get this autumn?
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 - with Italy's energy regulator announcing a 37 percent hike from today.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:31:27 +0200
How electronic billing works for the self-employed and freelancers in Italy
If you're self-employed in Italy, you're required to use electronic invoicing – whether your clients are Italian or not. Here's what you need to know about the process.

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:28:52 +0200
Italy's inflation jumps to three-year high as energy and food prices soar
Inflation in Italy reached its highest level in three years in September, driven by sharp rises in household bills for heating and fresh food.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 16:33:45 +0200
La Bella Vita: Junk food in Italy and October's event line-up
From discovering the most talked-about cultural events of the month to understanding how Italy's strong food culture is slowly changing, you'll find everything you need to eat, talk, drink and live like an Italian in our weekly newslette...

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:21:39 +0200
EU plans cross-border emergency comms system to replace radio
The EU put forward Wednesday plans for a new bloc-wide communication system allowing police, firefighters and other national emergency services to better coordinate during cross-border crises.

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 17:40:14 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Sistemare'
Here's one of the most satisfying verbs in the Italian language.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:31:10 +0200
What's on in Italy: 16 events not to miss this October
From a pistachio festival in Catania to a new contemporary art week in Turin, there are plenty of things to do in Italy this month.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:45:17 +0200
Rejoining the EU is among options for future ties, says UK prime minister
Andy Burnham put the idea of Britain rejoining the EU on the table Wednesday, breaking a taboo for a UK prime minister and leading French President Emmanuel Macron to declare in English "Welcome back".

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:20:00 +0200
Everything that changes in Italy in October 2026
From new flight routes to the return of heating and standard time, here's what to expect in Italy next month.

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:28:44 +0200
'Impossible to not notice': How fast food is heading south in Italy
Major chains are expanding faster than ever in Italy, a country once held up as a model of healthy eating. Its impacts on the previously healthy, if poorer, south are concerning.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:51:35 +0200
Do you have to pay Italian taxes on your foreign retirement funds?
While retiring in Italy is a popular idea – and even encouraged by the Elective Residency Visa – future pensioners need to be aware of potential cross-border tax issues in order to plan their financial future.

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:44:37 +0100
Italian expression of the day: ‘Alzare i tacchi’
Don’t leave before you’ve learnt this one.

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:31:10 +0200
How much can you expect to pay for fuel in Italy?
Petrol prices in Italy have increased by 20 percent in the past six months. Here's what you should expect to pay at the pump, where it's cheapest to fuel up, and what to expect next.

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:38:36 +0200
Calendar: The transport strikes to expect in Italy this October
From an airline strike impacting weekend trippers to public transport strikes in Milan and Florence, here's what to look out for if you're travelling in Italy in October 2026.

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:47:34 +0200
Q8 joins Italy’s fuel price cap as pump prices start to fall
Q8 became the third major fuel retailer to cap petrol and diesel prices on Tuesday, as the business ministry reported the first signs of falling prices at the pump.

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