Italy
Tue, 08 Oct 2019 11:24:51 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Approfittare'
Take advantage of this chance to learn a very useful Italian word.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:47:39 +0200
How will Italy's national rail strike affect travel this week?
Train passengers in Italy could face delays or cancellations this week due to a national rail strike on Thursday, September 4th, and Friday, September 5th. Here's what you should know if you have a journey planned.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:37:38 +0200
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Italy hits back at French PM’s "fiscal dumping" claims, unemployment rate drops to 18-year low, and more news from Italy this Tuesday.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 16:34:38 +0200
What's on in Italy: 11 of the best events to look forward to this September
From a prestigious regatta to a centuries-old horse race and a Chianti wine festival, there’s no shortage of cultural events to experience in Italy this September.
Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:14:42 +0200
Naples and Campi Flegrei hit by 4.0-magnitude quake
A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Italy's volcanic region of Campi Flegrei and the nearby city of Naples on Monday, leaving residents shaken but causing no immediate damage.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:32:14 +0200
On the agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From film and literary festivals to transport strikes, here’s what to expect in Italy this week.
Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:02:19 +0200
Why 'il rientro' means so much more in Italy than a new school year
While it's often translated as merely the start of a new school year or the end of a holiday, this word has a deeper cultural significance.
Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:32:34 +0200
Everything that changes about life in Italy in September 2025
From nationwide transport strikes to food festivals and a new electric car bonus, here's what to expect in Italy this month.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:12:21 +0200
LISTED: New flights to and from Italy in autumn 2025
New direct routes launching in the coming months will connect Italy's biggest airports with destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 17:20:14 +0200
The best ways to move to Italy after the citizenship clampdown
After Italy drastically tightened rules around claiming ancestry-based citizenship, what are the alternative routes to gaining Italian residency for those affected? The Local asks the experts for their advice.
Mon, 18 Aug 2025 14:31:13 +0200
KEY DATES: The transport strikes to expect in Italy in September 2025
People travelling to, from or across Italy could face major delays or cancellations next month, as trade unions have announced walkouts affecting air, rail and local public transport services.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:47:20 +0200
What taxes do you pay on property sales in Italy?
Most home sales in Italy don’t incur tax at all, but if you meet certain criteria you could be facing a big bill.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:23:24 +0200
Italy's Meloni condemns stolen photos on porn sites as outrage grows
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday urged women to report images shared online without their consent, as the number of complaints rose and it emerged that the premier herself had been targeted.
Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:21:25 +0200
Electric cars and psychotherapy: the new grants available in Italy this autumn
New government grants or 'bonuses' are being made available in Italy this autumn, but claimants will need to act fast.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:11:21 +0200
Rome to introduce 30km/h speed limit in city centre
Rome was to impose a 30km/h speed limit in its historic centre in a bid to reduce traffic accidents, councillors said, following the success of similar schemes in other Italian cities.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:56:24 +0200
New flights and EES: The big changes for travel in Italy this autumn
From new train and flight routes to the launch of an EU-wide passport checks system, here are the major changes you should know about if you're travelling in Italy this autumn.
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:33:50 +0200
Heavy traffic warnings on Italy’s roads for last August holiday weekend
If you’re planning a long car journey in Italy this weekend, you'll have to be patient as it's forecast to be one of the busiest of the year for traffic.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:39:20 +0200
What Brits visiting Italy need to know about the GHIC health card
UK residents can access free healthcare in Italy with the Global Health Insurance Card – but when and how can you use it?
Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:46:59 +0200
Showtime for Venice Film Festival where stars and Gaza protesters gather
The Venice Film Festival kicks off on Wednesday with Hollywood royalty heading to Italy's swanky movie showcase where a strong line up of star-packed films will vie with protests over Gaza for public attention.
Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:01:24 +0100
Five easy day trips to make from Rome by train
Looking for a brief escape from the crowds? Here are five day trips you can easily make from Rome by train.