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On this day: Saint Angela Merici born

March 21, 2026March 21, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 21 March 1474, Angela Merici was born in Desenzano del Garda, then part of the Republic of Venice. She would go on to found the Ursuline Order, the first community of women in the Catholic Church dedicated specifically to the education of girls.

Rialto bridge at night. It was deisgned by Antonio da Ponte. Image credit: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/87/Ponte_di_Rialto_facciata_ovest_di_sera.jpg This Photo was taken by Wolfgang Moroder

On this day: Antonio da Ponte, architect, dies

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 20th March 1597, Venetian architect Antonio da Ponte died in Venice, leaving behind one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world: the Rialto Bridge.

Umberto Bossi, Lega founder, dies

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Umberto Bossi, founder of the Northern League and one of the most influential and divisive figures in modern Italian politics, has died aged 84.

Three nominations for UNESCO intangible heritage list from Italy

Italy has three nominations for UNESCO intangible heritage

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has formally put forward three nominations for inclusion on the UNESCO intangible heritage list. It is part of the country’s long-standing effort to safeguard traditions rooted in daily life, craftsmanship and regional identity.

Russian Pavilion at Venice Biennale 2026 will be closed if used for propaganda says Venice Mayor. Image credit: Venice Biennale

Venice will close Russian pavilion if there’s propaganda

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Venice mayor Luigi Brugnaro has said the Russian Pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale will be closed if it is used for political propaganda, as controversy continues to surround Moscow’s participation.

Fuel duties cut by Italian government as Middle East crisis affects transport and households. Image credit: Pexels

Italy cuts fuel duties amid Iran war impact

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has introduced a temporary reduction in fuel duties to curb rising prices linked to the economic fallout from the Iran war. The measure took effect immediately after government approval.

Historic Centre of Urbino (Italy) Author: Yvon Fruneau Copyright: © UNESCO Source: UNESCO Photobank License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 IGO

There’s more to Marche than meets the eye

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Often overlooked in favour of more famous regions, Marche offers a compelling blend of history, landscape and culture that reflects many of the defining features of Italy itself, without the intensity of mass tourism.

Giotto exhibition in Umbria to celebrate 800th anniversary of St Francis

Umbria marks Francis centenary with major Giotto exhibition

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Umbria is marking the 800th anniversary of the death of Saint Francis of Assisi with a major Giotto exhibition in Perugia, bringing together some of the most significant works of early Italian art.

Ancona named Italy’s Capital of Culture 2028

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Ancona has been selected as Italy’s Capital of Culture for 2028, Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli announced on Wednesday.

Gener inqualities persist in Italy. Image credit: © Feodora #293834689, source:stock.adobe.com 2020

Gender inequalities persist despite progress in Italy

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy continues to face structural gender inequalities in employment, pay and political participation, despite gradual progress in education and global rankings, according to new analysis presented by Svimez.