Government split delays landmark change to Italy’s rape law, defence minister suggests return of military service, and more news on Friday.

The European Commission wants to make rail trips between major European cities faster and easier for international travellers, and has launched a new strategy with this aim in mind.

The growing threat from Russia and the risk of renewed conflict in Europe have thrown a spotlight on the continent's varied military service models.

From the first day of Advent until January 6th, the long holiday season in Italy is busy with feasts, festivities, and family time. These are the dates you won’t want to miss this Christmas in Italy.

Italy faces two major nationwide protests before the end of December, with unions threatening further action over the government's 2026 budget.

From ‘fasce di garanzia’ to ‘rimborso’, these key words and phrases will come in handy next time you're dealing with a strike in Italy.

You'll be thankful that you learned this Italian word.

Rome begins work to secure medieval tower after fatal collapse, lawyer quits case of off-grid parents who had children removed, and more news from Italy on Thursday.

Italy has been rated Europe's 'worst' country for English-language proficiency, but the situation is much better in some regions than others.

The UK government has warned European travellers that they will be refused entry from February 2026, if they do not have the required ETA visa waiver.

The average level of English-language proficiency in Italy has fallen significantly in a new ranking, dropping 13 places to become the lowest in Europe.

The best words can be used to describe both people and wine.

Italian lawmakers on Tuesday unanimously backed a bill making femicide - the gender-based killing of women or girls- a seperate crime to homicide, punishable by life imprisonment.

Italy makes femicide a crime punishable with life in prison, man arrested after posing as dead mother to collect pension, and more news on Wednesday.

Italian prosecutors asked a court on Tuesday to sentence fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni to one year and eight months in prison if found guilty of alleged fraud over charity endorsement deals.

Today's word is a virtue, particularly if you live in Italy.

A 24-hour general strike starting on Thursday evening is set to impact rail, flights, and public transport services across Italy.

Following Italy's removal of three homeschooled children from their Anglo-Australian parents last week, what does Italian law have to say about homeschooling?

A court decision to remove three children from their British-Australian family's home in the woods has become a political flashpoint in Italy, as the government accuses judges of overreach.

No changes to Italy's political landscape after regional elections, one in three Italian women subjected to violence, and more news on Tuesday.

Don't get overly attached to this Italian word.

A British-Australian couple living in woodland in rural Italy are appealing the court-ordered removal of their three young children, national media have reported.

Florence will ban e-scooter sharing services from the start of April, officials announced on Saturday.

Italy celebrates third consecutive Davis Cup win, Florence to ban e-scooter sharing, and more news on Monday.

From regional elections to a nationwide strike, here's what to expect in Italy this week.

Climate activists dyed Venice's Grand Canal green Saturday, as countries at a UN climate conference in Brazil struggled to agree on the crucial issue of phasing out of fossil fuels.

After the UK government recently unveiled immigration plans inspired by another centre-left government in Copenhagen, The Local looks to Spain and considers how the hardline Danish model isn't the only way to respond to Europe's surge in anti-immigration sentiment.

A temporary exhibition on patriarchy in Rome showcases sexist paradigms in Italy's male-dominated and macho society where gender equality "is a distant prospect".

One further step was made this week towards the launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’, the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.

This week, we look at a contested proposal to raise Italy’s cash payments ceiling (again), plus why the government has declared war on “Italian-sounding” pasta sauces.

How can you celebrate Thanksgiving in Italy this year, and what do you need to know about sending Christmas presents from Italy to the US? Find out in our latest Americans in Italy newsletter.

Several airlines have announced new direct flights to and from Italy in 2026, linking popular Italian destinations to major airports in North America, Europe and Asia.

No kidding, this word comes up all the time.

As holiday travel begins, passengers may face disruption from strikes ranging from an airport staff walkout in Sicily to a nationwide general protest.

Pope Leo XIV called on the Italian Church to develop a "culture of prevention" on clerical child sex abuse, after critics said nothing had changed in 30 years.

From nativity scenes that stretch the limits of the imagination to the best winter activities Italy has to offer, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian.

Pope urges 'culture of abuse prevention' in Italian church, Italy investigates Tod's over labour exploitation, and more news on Friday.

Four-time World Cup winners Italy will face Northern Ireland in the semi-finals of the European playoffs of the 2026 tournament, after missing out on automatic qualification.

Do you know the origins of this common exclamation?

The digital nomad visa allows remote workers from outside the EU to move to Italy and stay for a year or more. Here's what you need to know before applying.

If you want to move to Italy without a job offer, working for yourself might be your best bet – but what's it really like to be a freelancer in Italy?

Prosecutors open manslaughter probe after deadly mudslide, Italy allows extradition of Nord Stream blast suspect, and more news from Italy on Thursday.

Italian MPs voted on Wednesday to broaden the definition of sexual violence to include non-consensual acts, in a rare collaboration between Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and opposition leader Elly Schlein.

With regional elections coming up in Italy, here's a look at what they're actually for and who is allowed to vote in them.

Non-EU nationals living in Europe don't have many voting rights but some countries do allow them to cast a ballot in local elections. Here's what you need to know.

Creative nativity scenes appear in homes, churches and public buildings across Italy in December, each one a little different. How many of these have you seen?

Are you clear on the different ways to use this word?

Dolphin refuses to leave Venice lagoon, masked gang robs Louis Vuitton store in central Rome, and more news from Italy on Wednesday.

Italy's 2026 budget bill proposes extending several tax incentives for home renovations for an extra year, giving homeowners more time to carry out planned works.

For many Americans, Thanksgiving is the most important holiday of the year. Here's how to source the ingredients you’ll need for an authentic dinner – and where you may even be able to find the imported products you know and love.