Refereeing scandal brings back unhappy memories of Calciopoli to Italian football Allegations of ‘sporting fraud’ against Gianluca Rocchi arrive at an especially messy moment for Italian football The Guardian - UK · Apr 27
These Trends, Straight From Milan Design Week 2026, Might Just Set the Tone for Interior Design for Years to Come Our editors have been roaming the streets of Milan (and the halls of Salone) to find the innovations in design that speak to style now, and for the future. These are their takeaways Livingetc · Apr 25
Milan design week draws global creatives and makers despite war and economic worries Milan’s design week and furniture fair have collided into a vibrant event, drawing design enthusiasts from around the world The Independent UK · Apr 24
Perfect Padua and a Greek theatre in Sicily: readers’ favourite places in Italy From cycling in the Cinque Terre to sipping espresso at a secret spot overlooking the Colosseum, here are some of your Italian highlights The Guardian - UK · Apr 24
“Underwear Must Be Worn”: 65 Oddly Specific Rules That Have You Wondering Which Idiot Inspired Them "Please do not use the soda machine to wash your hands." "Underwear must be worn with kilts when wind speeds exceed 25mph." What? Why? And more importantly, who did what to make someone else take the time to create such an oddly specific rule? Strangely enough, there are loads out… Bored Panda · Apr 23
From Milan to Lake Como: why Italy's dual escape never disappoints The opening of the Lake Como EDITION makes the case for a jaunt to Lombardy Evening Standard · Apr 23
Margot Robbie's Sciura Style Takes Over Milan Design Week 2026 Celebrity Style Scene Margot Robbie's Milan Design Week 2026 appearance showcases sciura style and a fresh take on celebrity style. Fashion Times · Apr 23
'The Devil Wears Prada 2' puts a spotlight on Italy's fashion capital Prada may play a title role in “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” premiering in Milan on Thursday, but fashion and the city itself are also in the spotlight The Independent UK · Apr 23
FBI looked into New York Times reporter who investigated Kash Patel’s use of resources to help his girlfriend: report FBI Director Kash Patel has launched a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story critical of his conduct The Independent UK · Apr 22
The first performance of Puccini’s Turandot – archive, 1926 On 25 April 1926, the premiere of Puccini’s posthumous opera was presented at Milan’s Teatro alla Scala, almost a year and a half after his death The Guardian - UK · Apr 22
Passengers miss Milan to Manchester flight after passport control chaos Issues with the EU’s entry-exit system continue across the continent The Independent UK · Apr 21
Everything We Love From Milan Design Week, As It Happens — This is Your Ultimate Livingetc-Curated Guide to What We're Obsessed With We're on the ground in the design capital, taking in the launches, installations, and showrooms — and reporting on our favorites as they happen Livingetc · Apr 20
IKEA Announces Its 10th PS Collection With Three Products at Milan Design Week – Including the Chicest Inflatable Chair You Will Have Ever Seen Launching May 13th, this highly anticipated collection brings playful functionality to interiors and makes modern Scandinavian design accessible to all Homes & Gardens · Apr 20
IKEA Unveils a Brand New Collection at Milan Design Week, and the Chrome-Framed 'Inflatable Chair' Has Me In a Chokehold The teaser also included a 'lamp that bends' and a 'bench that rocks,' all due to hit stores on May 13 Livingetc · Apr 20
Radio France Internationale · Apr 19 Europe's far right seeks to regroup at anti-immigration rally in Milan Far-right figures from across Europe gathered in northern Italy on Saturday for a rally aimed at building momentum as key elections approach in several EU countries, including France, after the defeat of long-time leader Viktor Orban in Hungary last weekend.
Euronews · Apr 18 Europe's Patriots rally in Milan against immigration while Salvini backs Russian oil Far-right leaders met in Milan calling for a plan to introduce remigration in Europe. League chief Salvini proposes a points-based residence permit and attacks the EU over its energy-crisis response, backing a reopening to Russian oil.
Euronews · Apr 17 European far-right faces uncertainty after Orbán’s setback ahead of Milan rally The European far-right Patriots for Europe are facing uncertainty after Viktor Orbán’s electoral setback in Hungary raised questions about his future role in the party he helped create. A rally in Milan on Saturday will serve as an early test of the party's cohesion and political momentum.
Cycling News · Apr 15 'One bike that embodies the very essence of the brand' - Colnago launches its latest C Series bike, and it tops out at €22,000 Colnago says the C72 is the most authentic expression of the brand, with a limited edition tribute to Milan's La Scala Opera House
Livingetc · Apr 15 12 of the Most Stylish Yet Reasonably Priced Luggage Buys for an Effortlessly Chic Look — A Travel Editor's 2026 Hit List Trust us to point you in the right direction for a packing experience that doesn't go unobserved
International Business Times UK · Apr 14 New EU Entry-Exit System Called A 'Nightmare' After 122 Passengers Are Left Stranded And Face £2,000 Costs A breakdown in the new EU Entry-Exit System has left 122 easyJet passengers stranded at Milan Linate Airport. Travellers faced three-hour biometric queues and massive out-of-pocket costs after their flight departed with only 34 people on board.
The Times of India · Apr 13 EasyJet flight chaos: 100+ passengers stranded in Milan as EU entry-exit system causes major delays A Leeds family and over 100 others missed their easyJet flight from Milan due to a new EU entry-exit system causing massive passport control delays. Despite arriving early, they faced biometric checks and a slow process, forcing them to spend £1,600 on alternative travel. EasyJet cited border control issues, while…
Sports Illustrated · Apr 13 How Winning Olympic Gold Was a Dream Come True for Frost Star Taylor Heise Heise spoke with Sports Illustrated about helping Team USA win gold in Milan Cortina, and what it was like dealing with the controversies off the ice after.
Evening Standard · Apr 13 UK holidaymakers faint and vomit during three-hour Milan airport border checks chaos Around 100 EasyJet passengers were stranded after three-hour waits at border control under new EU rules
Livingetc · Apr 12 Milan Design Week 2026 — Your Guide to the Event Setting the Mood for Design the Year Ahead We've rounded up the best things to do and see during Salone del Mobile and beyond, so you have no excuse to miss out on the season's most anticipated happenings
Fashion Times · Apr 9 High Fashion Makeup Looks from Milan: Glass Skin Tutorial and Bold Lip Trends 2026 Get inspired by Milan Fashion Week beauty with a simple glass skin tutorial and bold lip trends 2026 from high fashion makeup looks.