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Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Italy to hold final vote on electoral reform, watchdog says health system drained by ‘invisible cuts’, and more news on Thursday.
High taxes and healthcare: Why people are holding off on moving to Italy
Heavy tax obligations and deteriorating healthcare, as well as growing political uncertainty, are among the factors Italy’s would-be foreign residents say are delaying their plans to move.
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Diesel costs go up as tax cut expires, electoral reform bill clears first votes in lower house, and more news from Italy on Wednesday.
Italian word of the day: 'Piega'
When life takes a turn, this word’s here for you.
'Intolerable': Italian opposition slams Meloni's plan to push through voting reforms
Italy’s opposition MPs on Tuesday condemned Giorgia Meloni’s efforts to force through an overhaul of the voting system which critics say could hand prime ministers more power.
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Fears of ‘criminal feuds’ as bomb explodes in eastern Rome, MPs to begin voting on electoral reform bill, and more news from Italy on Tuesday.
TELL US: What’s preventing you from moving to Italy?
After a post-Covid boom, experts say the number of people relocating to Italy from countries like the US has levelled off. If you’re among those who’ve put their plans on hold, we want to hear from you.
Could Italy fund weight-loss drugs like Ozempic as obesity rates rise?
With obesity on the rise in Italy, the condition has been recognised by law as a chronic disease – so what does this mean for patients?
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Eni announces fuel price cut for farmers and fishers, Italy approves national plan for frail and dependent elderly, and more news on Monday.
‘More Americanised’: How foreign residents say Italy has changed
From the availability of fast food to technological advancements, Italy’s international residents say the country has been through some major transformations since they first arrived.
How Italy’s new voting law could slash the number of women MPs
With an overhaul of Italy's electoral system soon set to become law, analysts say one likely outcome is a 'drastic' reduction in the number of women in parliament.
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Inflation jumps to three-year high as energy costs soar, Lyft to launch its app in Italy, and more news on Thursday.
How Italy’s air transport strike is affecting travel on Wednesday
People travelling to, from or across Italy by plane on Wednesday could face cancellations and delays due to a planned walkout by air traffic controllers.
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Travellers face disruption due to air transport strike, police arrest suspects in Naples-Bari high-speed rail probe, and more news from Italy on Wednesday.
The big changes for travel in Italy this autumn
From Highway Code updates to new international flight and train routes, there are plenty of changes that travellers in Italy should be aware of this autumn.
Italian word of the day: 'Mozzafiato'
Here's a word to take your breath away.
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday
Prosecutors to investigate Colosseum worker death, Rome and Naples among Italian cities worst-hit by climate change, and more news from Italy on Thursday.
Where to find free Italian lessons in Italy
One of the first things you’ll want to do on arriving in Italy is start (or continue) learning the language, but tuition can be pricey: so where can you find affordable classes?
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
Italy’s deficit continues to infringe EU budget rules, Italy records slight drop in workplace deaths, and more news on Wednesday.
What’s behind Meloni’s plan to cap foreign students and ban burqas in schools?
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made headlines over the weekend by pledging to ban burqas in schools and limit the number of non-Italian students in each class. But what’s really driving the clampdown?
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday
Meloni under fire for plan to cap foreign students, Congolese student hailed for saving teacher from stabbing, and more news on Tuesday.
What to expect from Italy’s public transport strikes this week
Walkouts by local transport workers are set to affect passengers in three Italian regions, with more to follow next week.
Rome’s public transport among most affordable in Europe
A new report shows that Rome is one of the cheapest cities in Europe to take public transport, ranking 5th out of 30 – but the network isn’t without its problems.