The Local

After we published our own recommendations of some of the best books to read for those considering a move to Italy, The Local's readers weighed in with suggestions of your own. , ...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

From hilltop towns to seafront promenades, many parts of Italy are blighted by dilapidated buildings left to rot under the sun. So why don't local authorities tear them down and sell off the land? Reporter Silvia Marchetti explains. , ...ادامه مطلب

The custom of women taking their husbands' suames after marriage doesn't exist in Italy. But if you're considering taking your spouse's last name, here are four reasons why you should think twice. , ...ادامه مطلب

Whether you’re moving to Milan or just visiting, getting to grips with the city's public transport system will be one of your first priorities. , ...ادامه مطلب

Dating app Tinder has vowed to tell EU users why they are being charged different fees for the same service, after Brussels opened a probe into its pricing system. , ...ادامه مطلب

US President Joe Biden will host Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the White House next week for talks focused on Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East and relations with China, his spokeswoman said Friday. , ...ادامه مطلب

Italy on Thursday announced a 950-million-euro plan to boost the national electric car industry – a move welcomed by automaker Stellantis, which had accused Rome of a lack of commitment to e-vehicles. , ...ادامه مطلب

It's important for foreigners in Italy to choose the best banking and saving options and it can be hard to pick one, but your experiences and advice will help our readers. Please take a minute to fill out the survey. , ...ادامه مطلب

Italy has announced a new round of incentives for the purchase of low-emission cars this year. Which categories of vehicles does it apply to and how much can you claim? , ...ادامه مطلب

Where can you use your Italian mobile phone without being charged and where should you be wary of roaming fees? , ...ادامه مطلب

With the cost of public health cover on the rise for many foreigners in Italy, more inteational residents are considering going private to get treatment. What advice do you have for them? , ...ادامه مطلب

Italy's hard right govement is scrapping the crime of abuse of office, setting Rome on a collision course with Brussels over a law supporters say is essential to fighting corruption. , ...ادامه مطلب

Want to see the Colosseum or Michelangelo’s David for free? You can on Italy’s free museum Sundays. , ...ادامه مطلب

Italians are known for being both religious and superstitious enough to carry good luck charms and avoid travelling on certain days, but this isn't a paradox, writes Silvia Marchetti. , ...ادامه مطلب