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Revealed: Roman emperors secret 'Commodus Passage' tunnel at Colosseum

Want to walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors? Now you can because an ancient secret passageway in Rome's Colosseum used exclusively by emperors is now open to the public for the first time since its construction almost 2,000 years ago.

01/12/2025

Tech News

Leonardo unveils ‘Michelangelo Dome’ to boost Europe’s defence

The ‘Michelangelo Dome’ is designed to protect critical European infrastructure against evolving security threats, including hypersonic missiles and drone swarms.

28/11/2025

Culture news

Why are Italian musicians protesting Venice Opera's new conductor?

Beatrice Venezi was appointed as music director of La Fenice opera house in September. Musicians and staff are demanding her revocation over her lack of experience and ties to the far-right.

27/11/2025

Travel News

Nationwide strikes threaten holiday travel in Italy

Nationwide transport walkouts, including strikes on 28 November and 12 December, may affect holiday travel.

27/11/2025

Economy

Who does Italy's gold belong to? And why are we talking about it now?

A one-line amendment in Italy’s 2026 Budget has reopened the question of who controls the country’s $300 billion gold reserves, potentially threatening central bank independence.

26/11/2025

Italy

Man accused of dressing as dead mother in scam to collect her pension

The 56-year-old former nurse is reportedly under investigation in northern Italy in a case that has been dubbed the "Mrs Doubtfire scandal".

25/11/2025

Travel News

Skiing in Italy? Helmets are compulsory this season

Ski helmet laws widely exist for children in many other nations in Europe.

25/11/2025

Italy

Italian court removes three children from family living in woods

An Anglo-Australian family's three children were moved to an educational community after social services deemed their forest lifestyle in Palmoli unsafe.

24/11/2025

Moments

How Sardinia is luring foreigners to its depopulated villages

In the last few years, its remote communities have launched various schemes in the hope of bolstering their dwindling populations and sagging economies.

22/11/2025

Italy

Abducted Ukrainian children recount dark reality of Russian captivity

For the first time since Russia’s all-out war, a delegation of Ukrainian children formerly abducted by Russian forces met the press in Rome on Wednesday. A senior official from Zelenskyy’s office said Ukraine wants to formalise the Vatican’s role as mediator to help secure the release of civilians.

20/11/2025

Italy

Italy to expand anti-spoofing measures to combat scam mobile calls

Italian regulators will expand anti-spoofing protections to mobile numbers, tackling a surge in fraudulent calls in the southern European country that appear to originate from legitimate Italian mobile numbers.

19/11/2025

Italy

Zelenskyy no-show in Italy: Deliberate snub or tight schedule?

While speculation has been rife in some Italian papers about the reasons behind Zelenskyy not making a stop in Italy, one senior researcher in comments to Euronews said the reason was probably far more mundane.

19/11/2025

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Severe floods and landslide hit northern Italy, causing casualties and evacuations

Severe flooding and a massive landslide in northern Italy’s Friuli Venezia Giulia region killed two people, destroyed homes and triggered major rescue operations.

18/11/2025

Climate

Body of landslide victim recovered in Italy's Gorizia region

An 83-year-old's body was recovered by authorities late on Monday after a landslide, triggered by heavy rains, collapsed her home in Italy's northeastern Gorizia region.

18/11/2025

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Heavy rain triggers severe flooding in northeastern Italy

Heavy rainfall caused major flooding in northeastern Italy, prompting firefighters to rescue residents and search for two people missing after a mudslide.

17/11/2025

The Food Detectives

Is your olive oil real or fake?  How the Food Detectives can fight fraud using DNA tests

In partnership with the European Union & the Watson Project

Europe’s top food safety experts are joining forces to crack down on fraud. Euronews follows them in our special series The Food Detectives. In Episode 6, we meet the team fighting counterfeit olive oil with a portable DNA testing kit in Italy.

17/11/2025

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Rare 15th-century illuminated Bible goes on public display for Vatican Holy Year

A rare 15th-century illuminated Bible, considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art, has gone on display in Rome for the Vatican’s Holy Year after being transported under heavy security from Modena.

17/11/2025

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Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title

Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets to claim the ATP Finals title, adding another chapter to the sport’s leading rivalry in 2025.

16/11/2025

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Inside Rome’s private Colonna Palace: a glimpse into Italy’s noble heritage

Visitors are getting a rare glimpse inside Rome’s closely guarded Colonna Palace, a private home-museum long hidden from mass tourism.

16/11/2025

Travel News

Italy flights face disruption on Friday as easyJet and Volotea strike

EasyJet and Volotea flights are likely to be hit by delays and cancellations during the period of industrial action.

13/11/2025

Italy

Italy's Fico under fire for mooring boat at military club near Naples

The former Italian Chamber speaker is under scrutiny for mooring his motor yacht at an air force academy club usually off-limits to civilians, a controversy which could dent his chances in the upcoming regional elections.

12/11/2025

Food and Drink

UNESCO: First 'yes' to Italian cuisine for Intangible Heritage status

The UNESCO technical committee of experts has given an initial sign of approval for Italian cuisine to be inscribed in the UN body's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The final decision is expected in December.

11/11/2025

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Dolphin Mimmo thrills Venice but faces danger in the lagoon

Mimmo, a bottlenose dolphin, delights Venice with its playful leaps, but experts warn of dangers from boat traffic.

11/11/2025

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Robert De Niro honored in Rome with the Capitoline Wolf award

Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro received Rome’s highest honor, the Capitoline Wolf, in recognition of his Italian heritage and outstanding film career.

07/11/2025

Culture news

Antique Egyptian vase discovered in Pompeii's 'street food' area

The discovery in the so-called 'street food' area of the ancient city of Vesuvius is evidence of its links with Eastern cultural and religious communities at lower-middle levels of society.

07/11/2025

The Cube

Can Italy's plan for the world's longest bridge survive court clash?

Italy's government has vowed to go ahead with the government's plan to build a €13.5 billion bridge across the Strait of Messina despite Italy's Court of Auditors shooting down the plan. Can it be bypassed?

05/11/2025