From Italy and the World

Drivers in EU countries could be forced to take medical tests every 15 years in order to keep their driving licence, under plans being considered by lawmakers. Source link

Whether you’re staying in a big city, a seaside holiday spot or an Alpine resort, when visiting Italy there’s a good chance you’ll have to pay a ‘tourist tax’ on top of your accommodation bill. But what exactly is this charge and does it apply everywhere? Source link

Why are Americans holding off on renouncing their citizenship, and what are the best banking options for foreigners in Italy? Find out in our latest Americans in Italy newsletter. Source link

If you have Italian ancestry, you might be wondering if you’re eligible for citizenship. But how do you know for sure, and where should you start? Source link

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s hard-right government suffered its first electoral setback since coming to power on Tuesday, with the narrow victory of the centre-left opposition in regional elections in Sardinia. Source link

Here’s a phrase that’s worth keeping handy. Source link

Sardinia set to elect regional president, families of Cutro shipwreck victims plan to sue government, and more news from around Italy on Tuesday. Source link

Trade union leaders urged Italy’s hard-right government Monday to identify those responsible for police violence against protesters last week that sparked widespread outrage. Source link

Five Italian regions were placed under weather warnings on Monday as a cold front moves in from the Atlantic, with storms, snow and possible hail forecast. Source link

Forget Rome, Florence, or Venice… intrepid travellers can visit a whole Italian region that “doesn’t exist”. Source link

Investigation opens into police violence against protestors in Pisa, the counting of the votes from Sardinia’s regional elections begins, and more news from around Italy on Monday. Source link

From a Meloni-Biden White House summit to free B&B stays and free museum openings, here’s what to expect in Italy this week. Source link

Protesters rallied across Europe Saturday in support of Ukraine on the second anniversary of Moscow’s invasion, urging greater Western backing as fears mount about Kyiv’s ability to fend off an emboldened Russia. Source link

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. Source link

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni arrived in Kyiv Saturday to preside over a G7 virtual meeting on Ukraine on the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion, the government announced in Rome. Source link

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. Source link

Drinking a digestif after a large lunch or dinner is something of a ritual in Italy, but which are the most popular post-meal tipples in the country? Source link

No need to chew on this word for too long. Source link

Have you ever wondered how many British nationals live in Italy? We looked at how many there are and where they live – and which areas of the country they tend to avoid. Source link

Sunday lunches are a cornerstone of Italian life and society, but if you’ve been invited to one what exactly should you expect? Source link

Italy’s schools to ban mobile phones, man cleared of strangling wife while asleep, transport ministry under fire over a botched road safety campaign, and more news from around Italy on Friday. Source link

From a reform of national speed trap rules to the end of Italy’s winter sales, here’s what people living in Italy can expect in the coming month. Source link

High air pollution levels in Italy’s northern cities are in the news again, but local residents say smog – and its detrimental impact on health – is a constant problem with no solution in sight. Source link

From Pompeii to the Royal Palace of Caserta, Italy is home to a host of famous UNESCO World Heritage sites – but there are some lesser-known attractions that you may not have heard of yet. Source link