Italy

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:32:16 +0100
On the Agenda: What's happening in Italy this week
Here's what to expect in Italy this week, from national and local transit strikes to a historical reenactment of Caesar's assassination and new art exhibitions.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:10:07 +0100
Former Italian army general challenges Meloni from the right
A retired army general who criticises the EU, wants to repatriate illegal migrants and says Ukraine should accept a peace deal with Russia is challenging Italy's hard-right government on its own turf.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:39:27 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Italy’s high-speed rail market to open to third operator, Ukraine urges Venice Biennale to exclude Russia from art exhibition, and more news from Italy on Monday.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:29:24 +0100
Six things to do and see in Italy in spring 2026
With the days getting longer and spring around the corner, we’ve got some ideas for places to visit and things to do around Italy.

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:49:30 +0100
What are the best phone plans for travel to Italy in 2026?
Getting stung by unexpected roaming fees is one of the fastest ways to take the air out of your Italy trip – but with a little advance planning, you can keep your internet access without racking up hefty charges.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 14:31:27 +0100
Italian word of the day: 'Ficcanaso'
You'll want to have a good ferret around this word to see what it's all about...

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:39:30 +0100
Italy deploys frigate to Cyprus after drone strike on British base
Italy is sending a frigate to Cyprus after a drone strike on a British base pulled the Mediterranean island into the Middle East war, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Saturday.

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 16:32:49 +0100
Critics round on Venice Biennale after Russia included
Criticism grew Friday over a decision by the Venice Biennale to allow Russia to take part in its prestigious global art exhibition for the first time since the Ukraine invasion.

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:36:10 +0100
Which countries in Europe impose language tests for residency permits?
Certain countries across Europe demand foreign citizens pass a language test to qualify for certain residency permits. But how does each country compare and what level of language do they require?

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:17:27 +0200
Italian word of the day: 'Già'
If you think you already know this word, you might be surprised.

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:28:34 +0100
Italy's Paralympics open with Russian athletes booed in ceremony
The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics started on Friday with an opening ceremony marked by Russian athletes being booed as they paraded behind their national flag for the first time since 2014.

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:53:55 +0100
How to make the most of Italy's spring public holidays
Spring is the season with the most public holidays in Italy, and with a little planning, you can turn a series of scattered days off into longer breaks.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:05:16 +0100
11 can't-miss festivals in Italy this spring
Spring festivities in Italy range from pagan springtime rituals like Calendimaggio to Easter festivals like the Archi di Pasqua.

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:23:58 +0100
La Bella Vita: A new Milan-Brussels sleeper train and March events in Italy
From a primer on Italy’s mimosa-infused spring holiday to the latest news in Italian train tourism, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. ...

Fri, 31 May 2019 17:22:16 +0200
Italian expression of the day: 'A ramengo'
This is one part of Italy you never want to visit.

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:43:06 +0100
Italy temporarily closes embassy in Tehran
Rome is temporarily closing its embassy in Tehran and moving staff to Azerbaijan, Italy's foreign minister said Thursday.

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:24:55 +0100
Italy challenges EU over key climate tool
Italy is once again challenging the EU's green transition, pushing for an overhaul of the bloc's carbon trading scheme and changing the way the tool operates to try to cut electricity bills.

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:52:46 +0100
Ukraine leads ceremony boycott at Italy's Winter Paralympics
The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics start on Friday, but the atmosphere at the opening ceremony has been dampened by Ukraine leading a boycott against the presence of a handful of Russian competitors in the competition.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 11:49:27 +0100
Italian expression of the day: 'Non ne posso più'
We've had it with this phrase.

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:10:55 +0100
Pollution exposure in Europe linked to mental health problems
Environmental pollution is linked to several mental health disorders in Europe, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has warned, arguing that enforcing legislation would result in Europeans being both less depressed and less anxious. ...

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