The Latest Breaking News from Italy

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni Stuns With Bold Reaction After Trump’s NATO “Family Photo” Snub

“She was totally in charge,” a netizen said.

Bored Panda · Jul 9

Three Italian Alpine villages inside a national park are offering free housing and co-working spaces to attract new residents and reverse decades of population decline

Three Italian Alpine villages are offering a residency program to attract new inhabitants. This project invites professionals and students to experience mountain life for several weeks. Participants receive free accommodation and access to a coworking space during their stay. The initiative aims to encourage individuals to consider permanent relocation to…

The Times of India · Jul 9

Italy expels two Russian diplomats accused of spying, FM Antonio Tajani says

The Russian foreign ministry quoted by state news agency RIA Novosti said on Thursday that Moscow would react with "an appropriate response."

Euronews · Jul 9

UniCredit closes in on Commerzbank takeover

Italy's second biggest bank, Unicredit, is closing in on a takeover of Germany's second biggest bank Commerzbank after saying it secured 47.6% of the lender's shares on Wednesday. The move is facing widespread opposition in Germany, notably from the federal government, which has a 12% stake in the company. Also,…

France 24 · Jul 9

In a remote corner of Italy, men reach 100 almost as often as women. Scientists say the reason is not as simple as diet or exercise

In the rugged mountain villages of central-eastern Sardinia, growing old is almost a way of life. What has fascinated scientists for decades, however, is not simply the number of people reaching 100, but the fact that men do so almost as often as women. In most developed countries, women vastly…

The Times of India · Jul 9

FIFA 2026: Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?

Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles? : Brazil holds the record for the most World Cup titles with five championships. Germany and Italy are tied for second place with four titles each. Argentina has secured three titles, while France and Uruguay have won two apiece. England…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

An Italian region defies US pressure to end a Cuban doctors program

Cuban doctors are working in hospitals in Italy's Calabria region under a long-running program despite U.S. efforts to end it

The Independent UK · Jul 9

Dangerous jellyfish in Germany: where swimmers should take care

As sea temperatures rise, jellyfish are once again a familiar sight on many beaches, even in the Baltic and North Seas. A brief look at common species in popular holiday regions.

Euronews · Jul 9

Arthur Fery: Who will the British wildcard face in the Wimbledon semi-finals?

Arthur Fery booked his place in the Wimbledon semi-finals by beating Italy’s Flavio Cobolli in straight sets on Wednesday. Fery, 23, delivered a stunning display in front of Queen Camilla as he sealed a 6-4, 7-6, 6-0 win over a man who reached the French Open final last month. Fery,…

The Independent UK · Jul 8

IMF forecasts modest growth for Italy, cuts estimates for France and Germany

The IMF has also lifted its 2026 global inflation forecast to 4.7%, citing rising energy and commodity prices and risks from tensions in the Middle East.

Euronews · Jul 8