Italy's opposition put on an unusual united front at a rally in Rome on Tuesday against sweeping reforms planned by the hard-right gove ment that would hand more powers to prime ministers and regional authorities.

Italian citizenship rules are relatively generous - even if they come with a ton of paperwork and requirements. But, under certain circumstances, what has been given can be taken away again.

The Italian health ministry issued alerts for extreme heat in cities including Rome and Perugia this week as the first heatwave of the summer began.

From knowing how much ‘tourist tax’ you’ll need to pay when visiting Italian destinations this summer to mastering essential Italian words and phrases for dining out, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian.

After Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni gave her British counterpart Rishi Sunak an awkward welcome at the G7 summit, is their famous friendship starting to cool?

A new project from citizens campaign group British in Europe aims to empower Brits in the EU to advocate for their post-Brexit rights. The Local spoke to BiE chair Jane Golding about the problems British citizens face in Europe and why the project is still needed.

An Italian activist on trial in Hungary for allegedly attacking neo-Nazis has been released from house arrest in Budapest after being elected to the European Parliament, her lawyer told AFP on Friday.

This week the news in Italy has been dominated by politics, following the EU elections and the G7 summit. From Meloni's awkward encounters with other world leaders to the chaos unfolding in parliament while she's away, here's what we've been talking about.

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Saturday she hoped the European Union would understand the "message" sent by voters in last weekend's elections, after far-right parties such as hers made gains.

Naples is seen as one of the most dangerous cities in Italy. But beyond the stereotypes and the bad reputation, what is it actually like as a place to live today?

Medium-range forecasts predict temperatures several degrees above seasonal average again this summer with a series of heatwaves and an elevated risk of drought, Italian meteorogists wa ed.

A recent analysis found that fares for flights between European countries have decreased on average this summer - but mysteriously, Italy is bucking the trend.

If you are travelling to Italy with an American Express card, there are a few things you ought to consider beforehand.

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and her far-right Brothers of Italy party triumphed in this weekend's European elections, but what are the domestic implications of her soaring popularity, particularly for foreigners in the country?

From Milan to Florence to Rome, if you’re visiting (and staying in) one of Italy’s major cities, you’ll have to pay a local 'tourist tax' on top of your accommodation bill – but rates vary from place to place.

Moving to Italy, a country infamous for its red tape, can seem like a daunting task. Our new newsletter is here to answer your questions - this time we're looking at what's involved in buying an Italian home and mortgage-hunting as a foreigner.

If you have plans for dinner out in Italy, here's a look at the etiquette over the bill - from where and how to pay to the culture around tipping.

Waiters in Italy's big cities and holiday hotspots often have a good command of English, but that's not always the case in the rest of the country. Here is some key Italian vocabulary to help you enjoy a smooth dining experience.

French national rail operator SNCF said on Wednesday it planned to offer high-speed passenger services in neighbouring Italy from 2026, competing with rival Trenitalia on its home turf.

Train passengers in Italy may face disruption on Sunday, June 16th, as staff at railway operators including Trenitalia and Trenord plan a 23-hour strike.