From Italy and the World

Italian MPs on Wednesday approved a contested deal under which asylum seekers rescued at sea would be held in two migrant centres in Albania. Source link

It’s only polite to learn this word. Source link

If you’ve explored the south of Italy, you’ll know that much of it is littered with Greek ruins thanks to the region’s history as an ancient Greek colony. Source link

Amid a lack of clarity about who has to pay Italy’s increased healthcare fees, citizens’ rights campaigner Clarissa Killwick says British nationals are wrongly being charged despite having permanent residency rights. Source link

The European parliamentary elections in June could see a radical shake-up of the current political landscape, with a coalition of far-right and right-wing parties dominating for the first time, a new report suggests. Source link

Public transport strikes in Italy, EU investigates ITA Airways deal, Italy goes to the Oscars, and more news from around Italy on Wednesday. Source link

The European Commission is due on Thursday to begin “strategic” talks with farmers’ federations, agri-business firms, NGOs and experts on ways to assuage the ire on farms in several countries. Source link

The northern Italian province says it will push ahead with plans to fine dog owners who refuse to pay for DNA profiling in a crackdown on dog poo in the streets. Source link

Bologna has faced heavy criticism – including from the Italian government – after introducing a speed limit of 30km/h, but it’s not the only city to approve these rules. Source link

Here’s a word to take your breath away. Source link

A new study suggests Italians are drinking less wine than in the past. Is this true – and what could be behind the trend? Source link

Italian football fan banned for life over racism, Italy’s transport minister rails against road safety measures, Italy urged to raise property tax, and more news from around Italy on Tuesday. Source link

From mastering Italian-style tipping etiquette to understanding Venice’s new ticketing system, our weekly newsletter La Bella Vita offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living like an Italian. Source link

As far as Italians are concerned, Friday the 13th is nothing to worry about. Another date, however… Source link

People in 12 Italian regions can expect text alerts in the coming weeks, as Italy began testing its ‘IT-Alert’ emergency warning system again from Monday. Source link

Italy’s local public transport staff and air traffic controllers are set to strike on Wednesday, January 23rd, but how much disruption should passengers expect? Source link

You’ll need this word if you know any messy eaters – or are one yourself. Source link

Italian police are redoubling their efforts to hunt down prolific speed trap vandal ‘Fleximan’, after the number of cameras targeted increased to 14 over the weekend. Source link

Italy hunts speed-camera vigilante, footballer slams fans “complicit” in racism, and more news from around Italy on Friday. Source link

From local transport strikes to Holocaust Memorial Day, here’s what to expect in Italy this week. Source link

FIFA president Gianni Infantino called for worldwide stadium bans for fans and “automatic forfeits” for teams whose supporters hurl “abhorrent” abuse following racist incidents in Italy and England on Saturday. Source link

ArcelorMittal has offered to sell its stake or become a minority shareholder in an Italian steelworks after Rome moved to put the plant under state supervision, the chief executive said in a letter seen by AFP Saturday. Source link

Protesters clashed with police in the Italian city of Vicenza on Saturday after a demonstration against the presence of Israeli exhibitors at an international jewellery fair. Source link

Misleading ads, demands for upfront payment, and fake online accounts are all part and parcel of rental scams in Italy. The Local’s readers told us about their experiences. Source link

Venice has recently launched its ‘tourist tax’ payment platform ahead of the introduction of its controversial entry fee system for day visitors – but how does the portal work and how can you pay the charge? Source link

Here’s a word you should learn – just for a laugh. Source link

With the cost of registering with Italy’s public health service soaring in 2024, many of Italy’s international residents are now considering private insurance instead. Is this a good option? Source link

Neofascist groups praised an Italian court ruling on Thursday which said making the fascist salute was only a crime if it “endangers public order”. Source link

Snow on the way, big fines for climate ‘vandals’, an anti-speed camera vigilante and more news from around Italy on Friday. Source link