Italy

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:54:36 +0200
Probe of doctors working with migrants sparks anger in Italy
Italian rights groups on Thursday criticised prosecutors for investigating doctors suspected of helping undocumented migrants to avoid being held in detention centres.

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:43:43 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Friday
Hackers access some Italian user data in Revolut cyberattack, police arrest alleged 'sniper' in Rome, and more news on Friday.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:15:32 +0200
EXPLAINED: What would change for kids and social media under new EU law?
The EU laid out plans Thursday for strict age limits for children to access social media, games and AI assistants -- and on forcing companies to make platforms safe before minors use them.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:35:20 +0200
Canada's PM Carney pushes 'new alliance' with EU despite Trump threats
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney shrugged off a threat of US retaliation on Thursday as he pitched a "new alliance" with Europe as a bulwark against outside pressures, in a closely watched speech to the European Parliament.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:24:27 +0200
Italy to scrap costly road tax from 2027
From 2027, the owners of about 70 percent of vehicles on Italy's roads will not have to pay the annual road tax.

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 17:06:54 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Zitto'
Be quiet and listen to this Italian word.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:08:29 +0200
Why are Italy’s electricity prices among the highest in Europe?
As consumer groups warn of another spike in energy bills this autumn, we explore why people in Italy are forking over more than their European neighbours.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:17:33 +0200
How Americans in Italy can benefit from international credit unions
As traditional banks increasingly spurn their US clients who live overseas, international credit unions may be a viable option for the banking and investment needs of Americans living in Italy.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:07:45 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy’s government outlines plans for Taranto steelworks, police investigate series of shootings in Rome, and more news on Thursday.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:42:50 +0200
Could Canada become the first 'associate member' of the EU?
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen raised the prospect on Wednesday of Canada becoming the 27-nation bloc's first "associate member', as she pitched closer cooperation on tech, defence and energy to Canadian leader Mark Carney.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:27:10 +0200
'Europe has power to act': EU to ban social media for under 13s
The European Union will ban social media for children under 13 and allow only limited, supervised access until the age of 15 under plans unveiled Wednesday by EU chief Ursula von der Leyen.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:33:15 +0200
Italy's Catania airport reopens after Etna eruption subsides
Catania airport in Sicily reopened on Tuesday evening after suspending flights for two days due to a volcanic eruption at nearby Mount Etna that spewed ash into the sky.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:27:47 +0200
Rain and cooler weather set to spread across Italy as cold front arrives
The north will see the first showers before the rain moves towards central and southern regions.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:56:54 +0200
Have your say: How has Italy changed since you moved here?
Italy has transformed in many ways in recent years. We want to hear from international residents about what feels different now, what has become easier or harder, and how life in the country has changed since you first arrived.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:08:52 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Italy extends border controls with Spain, Atlantic storm to bring rain and cooler temperatures, and more news on Wednesday.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:19:23 +0200
Italy and Spain extend tit-for-tat border checks in wake of migrant rush
Italy said on Tuesday it had extended for another 15 days its border checks for travellers from Spain, drawing a tit-for-tat response from Madrid in the ongoing spat between the two EU members.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:31:19 +0200
Italy pays tribute to feminist trailblazer Bonino
Italy's political world turned out on Tuesday for the state funeral of Emma Bonino, a former government minister, EU commissioner and feminist fighter.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:08:02 +0200
After a record-hot summer, what weather can Italy expect this autumn and winter?
A strong El Niño could bring above-average temperatures, forecasters say, but extreme weather events remain a risk.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:40:50 +0200
Etna eruption forces continued closure of Sicily airport
Sicily’s Catania airport suspended air traffic until at least 10pm on Tuesday, September 15th as nearby Mount Etna spewed volcanic ash.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:51:45 +0200
Italian expression of the day: ‘Far venire il latte alle ginocchia’
How Italians describe something so boring it tests your patience.

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