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Elections for Italy's next president take place on Monday - but what exactly does an Italian president do, and how does the election process work? Here's what you need to know.

No major damage was reported after an earthquake was felt across much of the southern Italian region of Calabria on Thursday.

As the requirement to show a Covid-19 heath certificate at hairdressers, barbers and beauty salons comes into effect on Thursday, the Italian government is planning to extend the rule to other businesses.

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US actor John Malkovich was turned away from a luxury hotel in Venice last week after failing to present valid proof of Covid-19 vaccination, Italian media reports.

Fancy owning your very own slice of Sicilian paradise? From a private Italian island on sale to why now might be the best time for Americans to buy property in Italy, catch all the Italian property news you may have missed in The Local's weekly roundup.

The health minister said on Tuesday that Italy has reached the peak of the fourth wave, as daily Covid cases hit a new high of over 220,000. But scientific experts remain cautious about making predictions.

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The UK government has appointed Edward Llewellyn OBE as the new Ambassador to the Italian Republic and Non-Resident Ambassador to San Marino, replacing the currently serving Jill Morris CMG.

Italians pepper their conversations with this common conjunction. So what does it actually mean?

The pri lavish Roman villa housing the only mural by Caravaggio failed to find a bidder on Tuesday in an auction sparked by a dispute between its heirs.

The Italian government extended its popular building 'superbonus' scheme in its 2022 budget. Here's what those buying and renovating property need to know about the latest changes and deadlines.

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The Italian government is drawing up a new decree this week expected to make its Covid-19 health pass a requirement for entry to most shops.

Since the Italian government made the 2022 budget into law, many reforms to Italy's various building bonuses have been extended or changed. Here's what those planning to build or renovate need to know.

Victims' families are still waiting for justice as Italy marks the five-year anniversary of a major avalanche in Abruzzo that engulfed a luxury hotel, killing 29 people.

Happy World Pizza Day! In honour of the event, here are ten things you might not know about Italy's favourite cheesy treat.

After weeks of government announcements about new rules and decrees, here's a reminder of exactly what the anti-Covid measures are in Italy right now.

British residents of Italy who haven't converted their licence to an Italian one can continue using their UK licences until the end of 2022, Italy’s government has confirmed.

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The Italian government is holding talks on Monday over the future of the four-tiered system of health measures in place since last October.

Italy's division of the human rights group, Amnesty International, has called on the Italian government to reconsider its tightened anti-Covid measures.

The Italian government on Friday removed the travel ban in place for eight southern African states, which was imposed in November in response to the spread of the Omicron variant.

With the health situation steadily worsening and hospitals under pressure, Italy's government has increased the risk classification of two regions.

A Roman villa housing the only mural by Caravaggio and at the centre of a legal battle between a former Playboy model and the sons of her late husband, an Italian prince, will go up for auction Tuesday.

Italy's right-wing parties agreed Friday to support former premier and media tycoon Silvio Berlusconi in his bid to become head of state, ten days before voting begins in parliament.

Milan-based blogger Maheshwaran Jothi has lived in Italy with his family since 2013. He spoke to The Local about why they've stayed and what he’s learned along the way.

There are more ways to use this little word than you might think.

Italy's vaccine pass is now required to access most venues and services in the country - so what does that mean for those travelling to Italy on holiday? Here's how to navigate the new rules as a visitor.

The daily number of reported coronavirus infections in Italy has begun to fall in recent days, but scientific experts say the Omicron wave has not peaked just yet.

Planning to move to Italy for work from outside Europe? You'll need to qualify for a permit under Italy’s foreign workers quota.

People aged 50 and over living in Italy could be fined 100 euros if they fail to get a booster shot within a specified timeframe, according to the country's latest set of Covid rules.

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Passengers and crew will return to the Italian island of Giglio on Thursday night to mark the moment the cruise liner sank off the coast a decade ago, leaving 32 people dead.

Learning this cheeky phrase doesn't have to be a drag.

As Italy has marked a new record for vaccine administrations in one day, an Italian virologist has predicted an exit date from the pandemic as early as spring.

If you live in Swiss regions of Geneva, Vaud, Jura, Neuchâtel or Ticino you probably shop in France or Italy more or less regularly. Here are the rules you should know about.

There's more of Italy to see and experience than one lifetime could allow. But we can give it a go... The Local brings you the ultimate Italian bucket list. Which will you tick off?

As the Covid health situation continues to worsen in Italy and as pressure on hospitals grows, four Italian regions look likely to move into a moderate-risk 'orange' zone from Monday.

Sunshine, good food, and breathtakingly beautiful sights are all guaranteed when you move to Italy. Unfortunately, so is a big pile of paperwork.

Some of Italy's regions are showing worsening health data, pushing them closer to a higher-risk 'orange' zone. Here are the areas that could soon face tighter anti-Covid measures.

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As vaccinations become mandatory for more groups in Italy and with the waiting period for booster shots reduced, foreign nationals in Italy have contacted The Local for guidance on how to book a Covid dose. Here's what you need to know.

The winter spike in Covid infections across Europe means another ski season will take place under health restrictions and recommendations. Here's what you need to know about the rules in different countries.

Prime Minister Mario Draghi urged Italians Monday to get vaccinated against coronavirus, blaming those who were not for "most of the problems we facing", as Italy again tightened its Covid-19 rules.