Italy

Culture news

A 'stitch-up': What's at stake for Gucci as Rome workers strike

Gucci employees are striking in Rome over what they claim is "collective dismissal" by the company. But a lot more could be at stake for the Italian luxury brand, including its upcoming fashion show.

27/11/2023

Italy

Italy prepare for national day of protest against gender violence

Several protests and vigils were held across Italy and a national rally has been called on Saturday in the capital Rome which also marks the International Day against gender violence.

24/11/2023

Italy

Femicide: Is Italy doing enough to protect its women and girls?

The country has increased funding to anti-violence centres and women's shelters - but not enough is being done in terms of prevention, activists and experts told Euronews.

24/11/2023

Economy

Italy's recovery fund in focus and the quest to meet EU targets

Italy's recovery fund is in focus as it works towards meeting EU targets. Euronews Business looks at the challenges ahead for the country as it faces uncertainties but also opportunities and potential for growth.

24/11/2023

Italy

More than 200 convicted in Italy mafia trial

The defendants had been charged with crimes that include drug and arms trafficking, extortion and mafia association, a term in Italy’s penal code for members of organized crime groups. Others were charged with acting in complicity with the ’ndrangheta without actually being a member.

20/11/2023

Italy

Protests and vigils in Italy over violent death of 22-year-old woman

Filippo Turetta, who had disappeared a week ago, was arrested on Sunday in Germany after the body of Giulia Cecchettin was found the day before with multiple stab wounds.

20/11/2023

Italy

More Italians are relying on donations as cost of living rises worsens

Euronews visits a store in Rome providing people with groceries for free, as one in twelve Italians live in 'absolute poverty'.

17/11/2023

Italy

Italy condemned by ECHR for inhuman treatment of migrants

The European court ordered Italy to pay a total of €27,000 to the Sudanese migrants in a case going back to 2016.

16/11/2023

Travel News

From Rome to the slopes: Italy’s new night train starts next month

Italy wants tourists to ‘rediscover its riches’ in a sustainable way, with more train routes planned from Milan and Genoa next year.

15/11/2023

Art

Secret room allegedly displaying Michelangelo's drawings opens

The room was used to store coal until 1955 and then sealed and forgotten about for decades below a trapdoor that was in turn, hidden beneath furniture.

15/11/2023

Art

Venice restoration of fading Banksy masterpiece sparks anger among artists

The Italian Ministry of Culture wants to restore a work by Banksy, but some artists argue it should be allowed to disappear naturally.

14/11/2023

Experiences

Volcano tourism: Can you visit Sicily’s Mount Etna during an eruption?

Here’s what you need to know about Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano, and how it affects travel and tourism.

13/11/2023

Italy

More than 30 people injured in explosion at Italian asylum centre

A video published by the fire brigade shows parts of the two-storey building in San Lorenzo Nuovo, near Viterbo, reduced to rubble after the explosion that occurred shortly before midnight on Friday evening.

11/11/2023

Culture news

Why does a Lord of the Rings exhibit matter to Italy's Giorgia Meloni?

Giorgia Meloni is set to unveil a new exhibition celebrating JRR Tolkein's 'The Lord of the Rings'. But why is the series such a key part of her political life?

10/11/2023

Italy

Albania to temporarily host migrants arriving to Italy

The initiative was announced after Italian Premier, Giorgia Meloni, met in Rome with Albanian counterpart, Edi Rama.

07/11/2023

Culture news

Diver finds ancient treasure trove of Roman coins off Sardinia

A diver who spotted something metallic not far from Sardinia's coast has led to the discovery of tens of thousands of ancient bronze coins.

07/11/2023

Italy

Storm Ciarán brings record rainfall to Italy as European death toll rises to 14

In France, hundreds of thousands of people are still without electricity in their homes as the storm rages on.

04/11/2023

Travel News

A stunning Italian village paid people €30,000 to move there

The town is famous for its ‘green gold’ olive oil.

03/11/2023

Culture news

San Gennaro Treasure made more accessible for blind visitors

An exhibition of the San Gennaro Treasure - which is said to rival the British Crown Jewels - has been redesigned to be more accessible for blind visitors.

03/11/2023

Italy

Italy's PM tells prank caller EU leaders are ‘tired of Ukraine war’

Giorgia Meloni was reportedly misled by Russian comedians posing as African political leaders.

02/11/2023

Art

Take a look at Michelangelo's possible sketches in a hidden chamber

A hidden chamber, containing sketches many have attributed to Italian Renaissance master, Michelangelo, during his escape from a death sentence by Pope Clement VII, will soon open to the public.

01/11/2023

Italy

Severe rainstorms flood the streets of Milan

The Italian city of Milan woke up this Tuesday with water up to its neck.

31/10/2023

Travel News

Why is Milan banning late night takeaways in its city centre?

Milan is cracking down on late night revellers with a ban on takeaway food and drink.

30/10/2023

Italy

What’s behind the chronic lack of toilet paper in Italian schools?

From toilet paper to soap, Italian schools often fail to provide basic supplies to their students. Instead, parents are often asked for significant contributions to help with funding.

30/10/2023

Climate

A dying sport: Are Italy's low-lying ski resorts a lost cause?

Activists in the Alps argue there’s no point in spending public money on snowless resorts. Instead, they want investment in sustainable mountain tourism.

29/10/2023

Italy

Italian mother wins court case against sons refusing to fly the nest

A 75-year-old Italian woman sued her two sons, aged 40 and 42, after repeatedly asking them to move out and live more independently, which they refused.

27/10/2023