From Italy and the World

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. Source link

String instruments made from migrant boats met with sustained applause as they debuted at Italy’s prestigious La Scala opera house in tribute to those who perish attempting the Mediterranean crossing to Europe. Source link

Don’t get too worked up about this word. Source link

With Italy’s population on the decline and cemeteries filling up, some mayors are turning to extreme measures to keep their towns alive. Source link

Protesting farmers reach deal with government, Sicilian couple suspected of involvement in ‘exorcism’ killings arrested, Turin University rocked by MeToo protests, and more news from around Italy on Tuesday. Source link

If you plan to apply for Italian citizenship, here are a few things you might not know about this challenging but worthwhile process. Source link

Renewing a passport is a hassle at the best of times, and living outside of your home country adds an additional layer of complexity. How do you go about renewing your British passport as an Italian resident? Source link

Italy’s self-employed workers may have the right to paid time off when unwell, though the rules are not straightforward. Source link

From a nationwide train strike to Valentine’s Day and Singles’ Day, here’s what to expect in Italy this week. Source link

Police investigate ‘cult’ after family murdered near Palermo, Argentina’s new president to meet Italian leaders, train strike set to cause delays, and more news from around Italy on Monday. Source link

Activists protesting against the 2026 Winter Olympics took to the streets of Milan on Saturday as part of a series of demonstrations against the Games. Source link

From knowing your pasta shapes and how to use them to celebrating Valentine’s Day in true Italian style, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. Source link

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Italian farmers associations Friday after weeks of demonstrations across the country and promised to reinstate a limited tax break. Source link

Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci airport – the gateway to Tuscany’s world-famous wine country – may soon be getting a peculiar grape-related upgrade under plans for a new international terminal. Source link

Following weeks of small demonstrations held across the country, Italian farmers took their protest to Rome on Friday, driving a four-tractor convoy past the Colosseum. Source link

May we introduce you to this very polite Italian word? Source link

Italy is the motherland of pasta. But, from spaghetti to penne to fusilli, exactly how many different shapes will you find in the country? Source link

Do Italians really see Valentine’s Day as just another imported commercial event, or is there more to it in the country famed for its love of romance? Silvia Marchetti explains. Source link

Over 3,000 American citizens formally gave up their US citizenship last year but that number reflected a drop when compared to previous years, with suggestions that many intending to renounce are delaying the move. Source link

Italy will on Saturday mark its 20th memorial day for the World War II massacres of thousands of Italians by Yugoslav resistance fighters, a tragedy which members of the current government are accused of misrepresenting. Source link

Farmers protest in central Rome, Italy investigates major data breach allegations, and more news from around Italy on Friday. Source link

If you are driving to London from Italy with an Italian registered car you will need to know about the city’s low emission zone and how to avoid being hit with a hefty fine, as some of our readers have been. Source link

After Italian farmers pledged to drive hundreds of tractors through central Rome this week, can Italy expect road blockades and disruption on the level of that seen in France and Spain? Source link

Italy’s five-day Sanremo Music Festival brings the nation together – and leaves many non-Italians baffled. So what exactly is going on? Source link

Rail passengers in Italy are set to face disruption on Monday, February 12th, as staff at rail companies including Trenitalia, Italo and Trenord plan to strike. Source link

A planned change in Italy’s electricity suppliers system means that many customers may be automatically assigned to a new provider in 2024. But what exactly is changing and who will it affect? Source link

Today’s word is a real banger. Source link

You’re very unlikely to find an Italian home without a bidet, but this isn’t simply down to a national obsession with hygiene. Source link

Italy sentences accused migrant smuggler, brown bear culled in Italian Alps, Sanremo viewing share breaks records, and more of Italy’s news on Thursday. Source link

See you how you rate this word when you’re done learning it. Source link