Deborah Cater

Why Italy celebrates Liberation Day

April 23, 2022April 25, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Liberation Day, known as Anniversario della Liberazione or Festa della Liberazione, is celebrated on 25th April in Italy. It commemorates the end of fascist rule and the occupation of the country by Nazi Germany.

Energy usage decree amended to reduce air conditioning use

Turn down the air-conditioning Draghi says

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Government amends energy usage decree as it seeks to reduce its reliance on Russian gas supplies. The summer may well be long and hot with air conditioning turned down in public offices.

gas refinery. Italy seals deal with Congo

Italy seals gas deal with Republic of Congo

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy and the Republic of Congo on Thursday signed an accord to increase the supply of gas from the African country to Italy. Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio says it is urgent to cut its reliance on Russian gas.

Rain forecast for Italy this weekend. Empty cafe tables in the rain

Much needed rain forecast for this weekend

April 21, 2022April 21, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Forecasters predict four days of rain will hit Italy from Friday to Monday. The Liberation Day holiday is likely to be spoiled by stormy weather, weathermen say.

Prince Albert of Monaco visiting Italy

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The ruler of Monaco, Prince Albert II, is visiting Puglia to consolidate ties with the former Monegasque territories. The prince will visit the towns of Terlizzi, Canosa di Puglia, Poggiorsini and Spinoza, Puglia.

Djokoviclast won the Italian Open in 2020, pictured.

Djokovic cleared to play at Italian Open

April 20, 2022April 20, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The president of the Italian Tennis Federation confirmed five-time champion Novak Djokovic can come to Rome and play at the Italian Open next month. Djokovic is not vaccinated but under government legislation, he can enter Italy and play there.

Venice to require bookings for tourists from summer 2022

Booking obligatory for Venice from the summer

April 19, 2022April 19, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Venice tourists will have to book their visits to the historic centre of the lagoon city starting this summer, Mayor Luigi Brugnaro said after a packed Easter weekend.

Women could be paid not to have abortion in northern Italy

April 18, 2022April 18, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The proposal by a far-right councillor in Piedmont of a €4,000 payment to stop women having an abortion, sparks condemnation.

What to expect at the Biennale Arte in Venice

April 16, 2022April 16, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 59th International Biennale Arte in Venice will take place from 23 April to 27 November 2022; the curator is Cecilia Alemani. Entitled The Milk of Dreams, the works will be on display at the Giardini and the Arsenale.