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Italy

Tajani’s support for citizenship reform shakes up Italian government

The centre-right Forza Italia leader has reignited political debate by supporting "ius scholae," which would allow children of residents to acquire Italian citizenship after completing formal education in the country.

28/08/2024

Culture news

Meet the sprinter set to become the first transgender Paralympian

Despite facing controversy and claims of unfair advantage, Petrillo is set to compete in the T12 classification for visually impaired athletes in Paris.

28/08/2024

Europe News

Crew of 'unsinkable' superyacht Bayesian questioned in Sicily

The investigation into the sinking of the superyacht Bayesian, which sank last Monday off Sicily's coast, is widening to include the crew.

27/08/2024

Travel News

Mafia-themed souvenirs banned by Sicilian town mayor

The ban comes as Agrigento readies itself to be Italy’s capital of culture next year and aims to shine the spotlight on its cultural riches rather than Mafia heritage.

26/08/2024

Italy

Bayesian captain under investigation for shipwreck and manslaughter

Of the 22 people onboard the yacht, seven died in the sinking, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch.

26/08/2024

Europe News

Seventh body recovered from sunken superyacht is owners daughter

18-year old Hannah Lynch was the last person unaccounted for aboard the Bayesian, a 56-meter British-flagged yacht that went down in a storm early Monday in Porticello, in the Palermo area of Sicily.

23/08/2024

Business

Are Italy and the EU close to resolving their beach concessions feud?

A dispute over the management of Italy’s beach concessions has left family-controlled businesses up in arms.

23/08/2024

Climate

Did record sea temperatures put the Sicily yacht in a fatal position?

One expert says the storm could be seen hours before and the risk should have been communicated, even in the middle of the night.

21/08/2024

Europe News

Bayesian sinking: What we know and don't know so far

While the search continues for one missing person from the shipwreck of the sailing vessel, questions are mounting about the accident’s causes and the still-unclear details of how it happened.

21/08/2024

Destinations

What to discover in 6 of the most beautiful villages in Italy

Visitors can use the official list of Italy's most beautiful villages to create an itinerary away from the crowds - a type of slow travel which also supports struggling rural communities.

20/08/2024

Europe News

Search resumes in Sicily yacht sinking to find six missing people

The search resumed on Tuesday for the six people missing after a yacht sank in a storm while anchored in front of Porticello, in the Palermo area of Sicily. Of the 22 on board, one person has died and 15 have been rescued.

20/08/2024

Space

Watch: Rare Super Blue Moon rises in the skies above Europe

Watch the astronomical spectacle on Euronews' live feed on Monday evening or find out where in Europe you’ll have the best chance to see it the clearest.

19/08/2024

Italy

UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch among those missing in Sicily yacht disaster

One person has died, six have gone missing and 15 have been rescued after the superyacht capsized in a storm off the coast of Sicily.

19/08/2024

Europe News

While Italians enjoy their holidays, politicians go to jail for a day

As the entire country celebrated the holiday of Ferragosto on Thursday, some politicians went to prisons to draw attention to the much-criticised living conditions that triggered a spike in suicides.

17/08/2024

Italy

Italy braces for record heatwave with red alerts in 22 cities

The highest warning level for extreme weather means that everyone is exposed to the risks caused by extreme temperatures, authorities say.

16/08/2024

Europe News

Beach managers in Italy brace as EU rules threaten their business

Beach clubs have a significant impact on Italy’s economy, as the tourism sector accounts for around 6% of the country’s total GDP.

14/08/2024

Green News

Neighbours at war over illegal air-con as Italy’s heatwave drags on

There are reports of drones being used to find hidden air conditioners in Italy’s richest municipality.

13/08/2024

Water Matters

In Sicily's karstic caves drought is re-writing the island's history

In partnership with the European Commission

As Sicily faces one of the worst droughts of the past decades, the University of Catania is organising a series of events as part of EU Green Week 2024. Scientists are taking us on a journey back in time to better understand the impact of climate change on the island.

13/08/2024

Experiences

What is the Ferragosto bank holiday and how do Italians celebrate it?

15 August is traditionally celebrated with pasta bake on the beach.

13/08/2024

Travel News

Meet one of the first people to get Italy’s new digital nomad visa

There is still not much information out there to help digital nomads apply for the new Italian visa.

13/08/2024

Culture news

Pompeii archaeologists uncover tragic final moments of two victims

The two skeletons were discovered in a cubicle, likely a bedroom, which had been sealed off by volcanic ash and lava, trapping them and leading to their death.

12/08/2024

Europe News

Italy and France continue to grapple with extreme heat

Italy and France continue to experience high temperatures.

11/08/2024

Food and Drink

What is a bacaro? Inside Venice’s beloved traditional bars

Bacari are places where people normally go before lunch or dinner for an aperitif of spritz and cicchetti.

11/08/2024

Design

Glow up: Southern Italy sparkles with spectacular light displays

The art of luminarie began as far back as the 17th century with decorations erected for village festivals and celebrations.

10/08/2024

Europe News

Italian beach managers make waves over EU competition law rollout

New compulsory tendering processes are set to upend licensing in some of Italy's most profitable resorts, and longtime operators are furious.

09/08/2024

Art

Mount Etna erupts? Make some ash-tounding art

Etna ash on your terrace? Time to get creative...

09/08/2024