Italy

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:30:12 +0100
Winter Olympics chief admits plenty of work left to ready Milan-Cortina venues
The CEO of the 2026 Winter Olympics organising committee admitted on Saturday that there was still plenty to do for the venues with two months to go until the Milan-Cortina Games open.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:04:37 +0100
Inside Italy: The family in the woods and Italy preparing for the Olympics
This week, we look at why the story of Italy's 'family in the woods' has seen huge international interest, plus whether delays in completing Italy's Winter Games venues are anything to worry about.

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:25:53 +0100
LISTED: The big changes for travel to and from Italy in 2026
From updated visa and passport requirements to new flight and train routes, here are the major changes you should know about if you are travelling to or from Italy in 2026.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:08:19 +0100
EXPLAINED: How Italy’s rules on self check-ins have changed (again)
The rules on check-ins for Airbnb and other short-term tourist rentals in Italy have been overhauled again after a court ruling.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:33:11 +0100
Italian president urges Olympic truce at Milan-Cortina torch ceremony
Italy's President Sergio Mattarella on Friday called for an Olympic truce to be respected during the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games as conflicts in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip continue.

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 17:36:16 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Tranquillo'
Relax and enjoy this much used word.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:12:47 +0100
Immacolata: What’s open and what’s closed in Italy on December 8th 2025
Monday, December 8th, marks Italy’s Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Here’s an idea of how shops, museums and transport services are affected by the holiday.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:45:57 +0100
FACT CHECK: Do you need a partita Iva to freelance in Italy if you earn under €5K?
It’s often said that you don’t need a partita Iva (Italian VAT number) if you make less than €5,000 per year from freelance or self-employed work - so what's the reality?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:31:10 +0100
The best and worst things about being self-employed in Italy
If you want to move to Italy without a job offer, working for yourself might be your best bet – but what's it really like to be a freelancer in Italy?

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:18:06 +0100
Italy to open Europe's first marine sanctuary for dolphins
The Mediterranean's first sanctuary for dolphins that have lived in captivity will open off Italy's coast next year, as demand for re-homing rises with the closure of marine parks across Europe.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:07:02 +0100
The parts of Italy where you can see Krampus in December
If you're travelling to Italy's German-speaking areas this December, you might encounter one of Europe's most distinctive Christmas traditions: the Krampus runs.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:30:04 +0100
Milan-Cortina organisers rush to ready venues as Olympic flame arrives in Italy
The Olympic flame arrives in Rome on Thursday as the Milan-Cortina Winter Games near, but organisers are rushing to make sure everything is ready for a sprawling event spread across a vast area of northern Italy.

Wed, 03 May 2023 13:45:47 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Maltempo'
There's no point complaining about today's Italian word.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:37:25 +0100
Bella Vita: Unmissable December events and Italian words with Arabic origins
From the surprising etymology of some Italian words to key facts about the 2026 Italian Capital of Culture, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Itali...

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:21:30 +0100
Italy urged to rethink declaring gold ‘property of the people’
The European Central Bank on Wednesday said Giorgia Meloni's party should "reconsider" a proposed addition to the budget declaring the country’s gold reserves the property of the Italian people.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 08:10:59 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Drivers to be refunded for delays on Italy's toll roads, ski federation 'concerned' about Winter Olympics delays, and more news on Thursday.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:33:41 +0100
Dual citizenship for Americans in Europe threatened by proposed law
A US Senator has introduced a bill that aims to eliminate the possibility of dual citizenship for American citizens. If passed the bill would affect those planning to naturalise in European countries as well as those who already have. ...

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:39:15 +0200
What are your responsibilities as a foreign resident in Italy?
Being an official resident in Italy has plenty of perks, but it also comes with responsibilities. Here's a closer look at exactly what you're getting yourself into.

Tue, 09 May 2023 12:02:48 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Nipote'
Here's a good word for talking about your niece. Or nephew. Or grandchild. Or second cousin twice removed...

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:59:21 +0100
What to know about L’Aquila, Italy's 2026 Capital of Culture
We’ve rounded up some of the most interesting facts about this medieval city, from why it’s named ‘The Eagle’ to its religious festival dating to the 13th century.

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