The Local

Thursday, April 25th, is a public holiday in Italy, so why exactly do we get a day off work and how do Italians normally spend it? , ...ادامه مطلب

Venice launched a new scheme on Thursday to charge day-trippers looking to enter the historic Italian city, a world first intended to ease the pressure of mass tourism. , ...ادامه مطلب

Passengers in cities around Italy may face cancellations or delays on Friday, April 26th, as local public transport services are set to be affected by a nationwide strike. , ...ادامه مطلب

There's nothing mysterious about this word; on the contrary, it's quite straightforward. , ...ادامه مطلب

Wednesday, May 1st will mark Italy’s Labour Day. But how will shops, transport services and museums be affected by the public holiday? , ...ادامه مطلب

Rome will tu 2,777 years old on April 21st – but what's the history behind the Eteal City's birthday? , ...ادامه مطلب

In this week’s Inside Italy review, we look at why hundreds of thousands of Italian children are described as foreign, why Italians don't get a day off work on Good Friday, and how a secret tunnel came to be behind a bookcase in one of Berlusconi's mansions. , ...ادامه مطلب

Italy pushes ahead with Messina Strait bridge project, Salvini's League breaks ties with Russia, warm weather on the way, and more news from around Italy on Wednesday. , ...ادامه مطلب

Pasta is the foundation of Italian cuisine and Italians have a reputation for eating it nearly every day. But is this reality or myth? , ...ادامه مطلب

Workers across Italy walked out on Friday, March 8th with nationwide protests affecting the normal operation of transport, healthcare and school services. , ...ادامه مطلب

With its prestigious history, famous landmarks and breathtaking art, Rome is known all over the world as Italy's capital. But was it always that way? , ...ادامه مطلب

Sunday lunches are a coerstone of Italian life and society, but if you've been invited to one what exactly should you expect? , ...ادامه مطلب

From enjoying a traditional Sunday lunch Italian-style to finding the the country's lesser known World Heritage-listed sites, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. , ...ادامه مطلب

Sardinia set to elect regional president, families of Cutro shipwreck victims plan to sue govement, and more news from around Italy on Tuesday. , ...ادامه مطلب

Come rain or shine, every day a cannon is fired from one of Rome's hills at 12pm sharp. But where does the tradition come from? , ...ادامه مطلب