Thursday, April 25th, is a public holiday in Italy, so why exactly do we get a day off work and how do Italians normally spend it?

As Italy marks the 80th anniversary of its liberation from Fascist and Nazi forces on April 25th, a number of local authorities are scaling back or outright cancelling commemorations, citing the national mourning period declared followin...

Pope Francis's tomb to open to mourners from Sunday morning, Italian town bans 'Bella Ciao' resistance anthem during Liberation Day march, and more news from Italy on Friday.

People travelling to, from or around Italy may face disruption in May as trade unions have announced multiple national walkouts affecting air and rail transport.

The European Commission is currently conducting a review of its rules on compensation due to passengers whose flights are delayed or cancelled, with fears that it could weaken the generous protections that travellers within the EU enjoy....

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Italy will offer free entry to its state-run museums and cultural sites on Friday, April 25th, in celebration of Liberation Day.

Rome goes into lockdown mode for Pope Francis's funeral, Umbria rocked by 3.6 magnitude earthquake, and more news from Italy on Thursday.

Tens of thousands of mourners began saying their last goodbyes to Pope Francis at St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday, as the body of the late Argentine pontiff began three days of lying in state.

Renting a car can be a stressful affair in any foreign country. But Italy can present its own particular challenges – from hidden fees and potential scams to obscure rules and limitations.

From Labour Day festivities to special museum openings and new flight routes to destinations across Europe and North America, here's what people living in Italy can expect next month.

Here's one for when it's time to take your leave.

Pope Francis's funeral to take place on Saturday, four investigated for Naples cable car crash, and more news from around Italy on Wednesday.

Italy will be hosting the Winter Olympics next year with the northern part of the country playing host to millions of sports fans. If you are planning to travel, here's what you need to know about the Games.

Pope Francis, an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion from Catholics but riled traditionalists, died on Monday aged 88.

The death of Pope Francis on Monday sets in motion centuries-old traditions which will culminate in the election by cardinals of a new pontiff -- but with a few changes.

An Italian residency permit card is the best proof you have of your legal status as a non-EU citizen in Italy. So what should you do in the unfortunate event that it is lost or stolen?

Whether you're throwing a barbecue or planning a big Sunday lunch, the 'macelleria' is the place to go to in Italy if you want to buy high-quality meat. But shopping at the local butcher's can be hard without some key Italian vocabulary ...

One of the first and most important things new residents in Italy need is a 'codice fiscale', or tax code. Here's a quick guide to getting yours.

If you're planning to sell your house or apartment in Italy, it's always a good idea to prepare well in advance. Here are six things you should consider if you want to make a sale.