‘Get vaccinated’: Italian virologists urge caution over Omicron Covid variant
High-profile health experts in Italy said the new Covid-19 variant is likely to be more contagious, but stressed that further studies are needed.
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Italian word of the day: ‘Schivare’
European healthcare: how does your country rank?
Most healthcare systems in Europe offer a good level of care. But which countries spend the most money on healthcare? Which do well in independent ratings? And which regions have the best life expectancy?
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Q&A: How will Italy’s new Covid ‘super green pass’ work?
The Italian government has approved strict new 'super green pass' rules aimed at keeping the coronavirus infection rate under control this winter. Here's what we know so far about how the system will work.
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How Italy came to be Europe’s coffee capital
How to become a Lord or Lady (and help save the Scottish Highlands)
Imagine it: You’re standing on a gently sloping hillside, looking out on a majestic snow-capped mountain ridge. The morning air is crisp, the subtle scent of heather mixing with the earthy peat. These are the Scottish Highlands - and you own a part of it, as a laird (lord) or lady.
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Italy bans arrivals from southern Africa over new Covid variant
Italy said on Friday it was banning entry to those who have been in southern Africa in the past fortnight due to fears over a new coronavirus variant.
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EXPLAINED: Where do you now need to show a Covid green pass in Italy?
The rules around where, when, and now what kind of green pass is required in Italy have changed repeatedly in recent weeks. Here's a complete list of the current contexts in which you’ll need a Covid health certificate.
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EXPLAINED: How Italy just made it easier to access essential paperwork online
Italy’s government has launched a new national platform allowing residents to download official records, including residency and marriage certificates, for free online instead of queuing up at the comune. Here's how to use it.
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Five of Italy’s most magical Christmas markets in 2021
Even though Covid cases are rising in Italy, most of the country's Christmas markets will open to spread some festive cheer. Here's what you need to know about visiting some of our favourites.
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Reader question: How likely is a UK-Italy agreement on driving licences?
The window is closing fast for Brits living in Italy who use a UK driving licence. Many readers have contacted The Local to ask whether Italy and the UK are closer to making a post-Brexit agreement to allow Brits living in Italy to exchange their permits.
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Italian property news roundup: Gucci’s house on sale and second home tax deadlines
From a famous Tuscan villa on the market to an important deadline if you have a second home in Italy, catch all the Italian property news you may have missed in The Local's weekly roundup.
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How to become a Lord or Lady (and help save the Scottish Highlands)
Imagine it: You’re standing on a gently sloping hillside, looking out on a majestic snow-capped mountain ridge. The morning air is crisp, the subtle scent of heather mixing with the earthy peat. These are the Scottish Highlands - and you own a part of it, as a laird (lord) or lady.
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