Italy

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:21:56 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Corruption probe opens into Italy's Messina Strait bridge, train strike confirmed for Thursday despite union deal, and more news on Wednesday.

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:00:30 +0200
'A new low': Europeans no longer see the US as an ally and blame Trump
Growing numbers of Europeans no longer see the US as an ally, with a significant minority viewing the superpower as an adversary, a new survey has revealed.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:27:58 +0200
How not to get scammed at restaurants and bars in Italy
From €22 gelato to €7 coffee, there are endless examples of overcharging in Italy’s touristed areas. Here’s how to avoid becoming the next victim.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:24:20 +0200
Tourism chiefs and European ferry ports sound alarm over summer border chaos
European ferry ports have sounded the alarm about the impact of the EU's new EES checks this summer at the same time as global tourism chiefs say travellers from around the world are being put off by the prospect of long border delays in...

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:17:48 +0200
FACT CHECK: Is Italy planning to pause EES over the summer?
Reports have spread that Italy may suspend its new biometric border checks over the summer following long queues and chaotic scenes at airports. Here's what the Italian government has actually said.

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:28:29 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Sfogarsi'
Let off some steam with this handy Italian word.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:05:46 +0200
LISTED: The travel changes coming to Italy this summer
From new flight and train routes to planned service disruptions, here are the major changes you should know about if you're travelling in Italy this summer.

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:07:12 +0200
Italy probe into Israel's treatment of flotilla activists sparks spat
Italy on Tuesday condemned as "unacceptable" an insult by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, following a decision by prosecutors in Rome to investigate him over the treatment of activists in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. ...

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:36:55 +0200
Americans in Italy: Cultural quirks and new US flights this summer
In our latest Americans in Italy newsletter, we dissect Italian cultural norms around everything from tap water to smoke detectors and round up the new seasonal direct flights that make booking a summer trip an easy choice.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:00:00 +0200
The Italian supermarkets offering the best discounts
With living costs in Italy rapidly on the rise, here’s how residents can save on essentials at major supermarket chains by collecting points, claiming discounts and cashing in on coupons.

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:31:27 +0200
Fire at plastics plant sends cloud of black smoke over Pisa
A blaze at a waste processing plant near Pisa on Monday morning forced the evacuation of a nearby school and businesses as it sent up thick smoke that officials said "blotted out the sun".

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:58:41 +0200
‘A Salvini error’: What is Italy’s National Future party?
A new, radical right-wing party aiming to challenge Italy’s government on its own turf is rapidly gaining support ahead of next year’s election, doubling its numbers of MPs to eight.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:15:50 +0100
Four articles to read before applying for an Italian residency permit
If you're moving to Italy, one of your first tasks is registering as a legal resident. Here's what to know about the process in 2026.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:01:39 +0200
The Italian cities bringing in restrictions on tourist rentals
In the absence of national restrictions on short-term holiday lets amid an affordable housing crisis, some of Italy’s major cities are taking matters into their own hands.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:09:10 +0200
Italy's far-right National Future party doubles its MPs
Italy's far-right National Future party said on Saturday it had doubled the number of members of parliament to eight, after four switched alliances ahead of next year's general election.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:57:25 +0200
Should you order tap water in Italy's restaurants?
You officially do not have the right to free tap water at restaurants in Italy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try asking for it.

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:55:46 +0200
On the Agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From rock concerts and flower festivals to a national airline strike, here’s what’s on in Italy this week.

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:09:24 +0200
Why apartments in Italy don't have smoke detectors or fire alarms
One of the biggest culture shocks I've had in adjusting to my Italian apartment was not seeing a little blinking device on the ceiling.

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:35:42 +0200
Italian word of the day: ‘Succedere’
You might wonder what’s going on with this Italian verb.

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:44:29 +0200
Parents’ consent required as Italy brings in first law on sex education
The law, passed on Thursday, requires schools to get written parental consent before giving sex or relationship education.

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