The Latest Breaking News from Italy

About 20 migrants are reported missing after their boat capsized off Italy

About 20 migrants are believed to be missing after their boat capsized in the Mediterranean this week

The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2024

Vancouver restaurant Elio Volpe evokes a sun-drenched Italian beach club

Experience the laid-back feel of coastal Italy in Elio Volpe, a transportive new restaurant designed by Ste. Marie Studio

Wallpaper · Sep 4, 2024

Rome Mulls Introducing Tickets For The Trevi Fountain

Authorities in Rome said Wednesday they were mulling introducing a ticketing system for visitors to the iconic Trevi Fountain, in the latest attempt in Italy to tackle overtourism.

International Business Times · Sep 4, 2024

What is the Shroud of Turin and why is there so much controversy around it?

The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Turin, Italy, houses a fascinating artifact: a massive cloth shroud that bears the shadowy image of a man who appears to have been crucified. Millions of Christians around the world believe that this shroud – commonly called the Shroud of Turin –…

The Conversation · Sep 3, 2024

Turmoil In Italy Over Plan To Hike Tourist Tax

Overtourism, which is already causing headaches from Venice to the Italian Riviera, risks costing travellers dearly as Rome considers hiking the tourist tax to make them "more responsible" -- and raise cash.

International Business Times · Sep 3, 2024

What Texas can learn from Italy’s big bet on tiny community health homes

In Italy, as in Texas, funding hospitals over primary care leaves many feeling “medically homeless.” Italy’s post-COVID plans show another way.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 3, 2024

EU Chief To Hand Economy Job To Italy's Far-right: Report

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has made her first picks for her top team, with the key economy vice-president job going to Italy's far-right nominee, German newspaper Die Welt reported Tuesday.

International Business Times · Sep 3, 2024

Wallabies' match-winner welcomes high pressure moments

Ben Donaldson relished another chance to kick the Wallabies to victory over Argentina in the Rugby Championship and says the win is a boost to their confidence.

AAP · Sep 3, 2024

Italian teen confesses to stabbing younger brother, parents. Prosecutors say no apparent motive.

Italian prosecutors say a 17-year-old high school student, who confessed to stabbing to death his 12-year-old brother and parents, had been suffering a general sense of “malaise,” but has been unable to provide a motive for a triple homicide that has shocked Italy

The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2024

Heinz 'spaghetti carbonara' taste test: a 'demoralising, perplexing' dish

Has Heinz managed to can one of Italy’s most treasured creations?

Evening Standard · Sep 2, 2024