Category: Italy
On the agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From winter weather to transport strikes: here are the key events happening in Italy this week that you should know about. Source link
Rome shooting: What was behind attack that killed friend of Italy's PM?
A man killed three women and wounded four other people, including a friend of the Italian prime minister, in a rare mass shooting in Rome on Sunday. Here’s what we know about the incident so far. Source link
At what time of day is electricity cheapest in Italy?
With bills expected to soar yet again in Italy, knowing the most cost-effective time of day to use electrical appliances can help you make savings. Source link
Seven of Italy's most enchanting Christmas markets in 2022
Here are some of the most magical Christmas markets taking place in Italy this year. Source link
How bad is Italy’s north-south ‘healthcare gap’ really?
Despite recent improvements, stark regional differences in healthcare provision persist in Italy – and the problem seems to be here to stay. Source link
Italian expression of the day: ‘Settimana bianca’
Here’s a phrase you’ll need for a truly Italian winter holiday. Source link
Row erupts over Rome's 'ugly' solar-powered Christmas tree
Rome’s Christmas tree was at the centre of controversy again this year, as critics attacked the city council’s decision to install solar panels in historic Piazza Venezia. Source link
EXPLAINED: What’s an ISEE and when will you need one in Italy?
There are plenty of Italian acronyms new residents need to be familiar with, and this is one of the most important. Here’s what it means and why you’ll need it. Source link
Calendar: How to make the most of Italy's public holidays in 2023
Italy gets a good number of public holidays, but they sometimes fall on a weekend. Here are the dates to plan for next year. Source link
What are the 5 best Milan neighbourhoods for international residents?
Whether you’re moving to Milan for the first time or are looking for a new neighbourhood to live in, here are the best ‘quartieri’ for foreign nationals. Source link
UK border control strikes threaten Christmas travel chaos to and from Italy
Planned industrial action by British border force staff is threatening to complicate or even ruin Christmas travel plans for thousands of people going between Italy and the UK over the festive period. Source link
EXPLAINED: What's in the Italian driving licence theory test?
The theory quiz is by far the most daunting part of Italy’s driving test. We take a look at what the questions are about and what you’ll be asked to do on the day of the exam. Source link
Feast of the Immaculate Conception: Why is Italy on holiday on Thursday?
December 8th is an extra-special day in Italy. Here’s everything you need to know about the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Source link
Italian word of the day: ‘Ciofeca’
Here’s a useful word for when you just can’t stomach your drink. Source link
Climate activists throw paint at Milan's La Scala ahead of opening night
Environmental activists hurled paint at the entrance of Milan’s famed La Scala opera house on Wednesday in the latest a series of recent protests to focus attention on climate change. Source link
Disappearing PECs: How lost emails can land you with big fines in Italy
Ever get the impression that your important emails to Italian authorities just mysteriously vanish? You’re not alone – and a missing PEC can prove expensive and stressful. Source link
Ischia landslide death toll rises to 12 as last missing person found
Rescuers in Ischia recovered the body of the last missing person – 31-year-old Maria Teresa Arcamone – earlier on Tuesday, thus bringing the landslide’s final death toll to 12. Source link
How to adopt a pet from an Italian animal shelter
If you’ve ever considered adopting a rescue cat or dog in Italy, the process may be simpler than you think. Here’s what you need to know about helping out your local shelter. Source link
EXPLAINED: Whatever happened to Venice’s ‘tourist tax’?
Venice’s long-discussed plan to charge day-trippers for access to the city was meant to come into effect in January, but, three years after the original proposal, the project has once again fallen into administrative quicksand. Source link
Italian expression of the day: ‘O la va, o la spacca’
The time has come to learn this potentially auspicious saying. Source link
Five tips for ordering pizza in Italy
You may think of yourself as a pizza aficionado, but ordering pizza in Italy can be a more complex process than you might expect. Here are our suggestions for getting it right first time. Source link
How and when to watch football World Cup matches on Italian TV
Whether you plan on watching the games from the comfort of your home or in the company of other football fans, here’s all you need to know about catching the World Cup matches on Italian TV. Source link
How many work permits will Italy grant in 2023?
The Italian government is drawing up plans to allocate next year’s batch of work permits under the next ‘decreto flussi’. Here’s what we know so far. Source link
Why do Milan residents get a day off on December 7th?
If you live in Milan, you may get an extra day off work on December 7th. Here’s what the city is celebrating and how. Source link
Italian expression of the day: 'Vale la pena'
It’s well worth making the effort to learn this simple phrase. Source link
What taxes do you need to pay on a second home in Italy?
Owning a second home in Italy is a dream come true for many – but make sure you stay out of trouble with the Italian taxman. Source link
On the agenda: What’s happening in Italy this week
From public holidays to food festivals, here are the key events happening in Italy this week that you should know about. Source link
Kumar Satyam from India designated as International Ambassador for University of Bologna, Italy
Satyam from India appointed as Student Ambassdor for University of Bologna, Italy
Lights out: How Christmas in Italy will be different this year
As the European energy crisis continues, some cities in Italy have chosen to save on electricity by downsizing regular Christmas displays, thus making this year’s festivities a little less flashy. Source link