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Climate

'Disaster': Sicily's farmers sound alarm as water dries up

Italy declared a drought emergency in Sicily a couple of months ago, hitting farmers and breeders the hardest.

Climate

Climate crisis or negligence? The inside story of Sicily’s drought

Farmers' losses exceed €1 billion, according to a consortium.

Europe News

€440k frozen in Italy over suspect scam by fake farmers

Italian authorities issued a freezing order against group of farmers alleging EU farming subsidies were claimed for gardeners.

Destinations

Eat your way around Italy on these culinary adventures

Whether you delight in savoury treats like arancini or fresh pasta or if sweets are more your thing, Italy’s less-explored destinations have plenty to offer every visitor.

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Nature

‘Pretty rings’ rise from Mount Etna in rare phenomenon

Europe's largest volcano began blowing spectacular ‘smoke rings’ into the sky last week.

Destinations

Italy’s Aeolian islands are truly off the beaten track

The archipelago off the coast of Sicily is relatively undiscovered thanks to its lack of transport links - now is the time to visit before it gets too popular.

Earth News

Sicily declares state of emergency due to drought

Severe lack of rain and poor maintenance of irrigation facilities have led to water rationing affecting more than 800,000 citizens.

Destinations

5 underrated churches in Europe that deserve a visit this Easter

With enthralling histories and artistic splendours, churches have become temples of culture as well as being sacred sites.

Moments

What’s it really like to start a new life in rural Italy?

Rural Italy is full of abandoned properties in need of renovation.

Moments

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.

Italy

Italy's number one fugitive: Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro dies

"I could fill a cemetery with the people I've killed myself," the gun enthusiast once said. He committed his first homicide at the age of 18.

Earth News

Climate change is helping fire ants to invade Europe

Red fire ants are one of the world's worst and costliest invasive alien species - and they're making Italy their home.

Travel News

Catania airport has reopened after Mount Etna volcanic eruption

Ahead of Italy's biggest bank holiday, an ash cloud from the eruption caused flight cancellations, delays and diversions.

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WATCH: Sicily's Mount Etna spews fiery lava and spits ash

Nighttime footage shows Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe, belching smoke and ashes.

Travel News

Italy to cap island airfares and crack down on ‘dynamic pricing’

Ryanair's CEO has branded Italy’s flight price cap as ‘ridiculous and illegal’.

Italy

Italy's 'Last Godfather' too sick to stay in prison, lawyers argue

The Sicilian mafia boss, who was Italy's most wanted man until he was arrested in January, is now too sick to remain in prison, according to his lawyers, who say he should be transferred to a hospital.

Travel News

Pilot ‘accidentally’ draws penis shape in the sky after being diverted

Officials claimed it was accidental saying the aircraft tried to land twice but was diverted due to high winds.

Travel News

Sicily wildfires: Tourists evacuated and airport closed

The heatwave that has been scorching southern Europe has increased the risk of fires and heat-related deaths in Italy.

Travel News

Catania airport: Terminal reopens but airlines struggle to catch up

Travel in Sicily is slowly returning to normal after three weeks of chaos.

World News

Devastating fires tear through the Mediterranean region

More than 40 people - most of them in Algeria - have been killed as devastating fires destroy homes, businesses and trigger mass evacuations.