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Italy’s government on Monday said it will increase the detention period for irregular migrants, under plans it says will deter people from making the perilous journey to Europe from northern Africa. Source link
Most people accept that moving to Italy is tricky and involves a lot of paperwork, but for Brits deciding to go back to the UK it’s easy, right? After all, you’re just going home? Wrong. Source link
If you work in Italy you’ll pay a chunk of your income every month towards a pension – but how does the Italian pension system work, and what should you know when planning your retirement? Source link
From a public transport strike to discounted cinema tickets – here’s what to expect in Italy this week. Source link
A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck north of Florence in the early hours of Monday, causing little damage but sending shaken residents running into the streets. Source link
French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin said he would visit Rome on Monday to discuss migration, after a week of mass arrivals on the Italian island of Lampedusa drew a European response. Source link
From the real story of Italy’s classic breakfast pastry to the food customs you’ll only know about if you live in Italy, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. Source link
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will visit the Italian island of Lampedusa Sunday with the country’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after the number of migrant arrivals there surged, Brussels said. Source link
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called on Brussels to help relieve the “unsustainable” pressure on the country, as officials transferred thousands of migrants from the tiny island of Lampedusa to Sicily Friday. Source link
One man drowned and another was in hospital after inhaling toxic fumes at a winery in the northern region of Veneto on Thursday. Source link
Venice on Thursday once again escaped inclusion on the UNESCO ‘danger list’ after the organisation rejected previous expert recommendations and praised the city’s entry fee plan. Source link
British nationals living in Italy can now exchange their driving licences following a post-Brexit deal, but how exactly does the process work? Source link
Public transport passengers may face delays or cancellations on Monday, September 18th, as services around Italy will be affected by a 24-hour strike. Source link
The tiny Italian island of Lampedusa on Thursday struggled to cope with a “critical situation” as the number of migrants peaked at 7,000 people – equivalent to the entire local population. Source link
Figuring out who Italy’s inheritance tax applies to and how can be challenging, especially in the case of foreign nationals living or owning assets in the country. Source link
If an item you’d like to buy on Ebay is described as ‘nuovo di zecca’, don’t worry – it’s got nothing to do with ticks (or any other bug for that matter). Source link
Three people were killed in an explosion at a factory in central Italy on Wednesday, firefighters said. Source link
Hopefully you won’t be struggling with this phrase by the time we’re done. Source link
Germany said Wednesday it has stopped taking in migrants from Italy under a European voluntary solidarity plan, in what could shape up to be a new standoff over asylum seekers in the bloc. Source link
Italy’s beloved cornetto is known as a cousin of the French croissant – but did you know both are thought to have originated in Austria? Source link
Venice will trial a ticketing system for tourists starting in 2024, after UNESCO recommended that the city be placed on its ‘endangered’ list. Source link
You may think you’re an expert on Italian cuisine – but there are some traditions that will come as a surprise to anyone who’s yet to experience Italy’s food culture up close. Source link
Hospital food usually leaves a lot to be desired – but some patients say things are different in Italy. Source link
Over the years Italians have fled their country looking for a brighter future but so many Americans and Britons head the other way in search of their ‘Italian dream’, writes Silvia Marchetti. Share your own views below. Source link
Airline Ryanair plans to cut ten routes to Sardinia from its winter schedule, a move it said was “totally linked” to an attempt by the Italian government to cap fares. Source link
As Italy’s new school year began, masks and hand sanitiser were distributed in schools and staff were asked to prevent gatherings to help stem an increase in Covid infections. Source link
You’ll have had your fill of this word by the time we’re through. Source link
You can apply for Italian citizenship if you get — and stay — married to an Italian citizen, but if you live outside of Italy there are some extra steps to know about. Source link
High September temperatures and the approval of Venice’s ‘tourist tax’ – here’s what to expect in Italy this week. Source link
