Deborah Cater

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.

Trevi Fountain is the most reviewed attraction in Italy according to report on cultural tourism by The Data Appeal Company. Nicola Salvi was the architect behind the Trevi Fountain

Italy’s cultural tourism evolves

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

Italy’s position as a global cultural destination remains firmly established. However, new cultural tourism data suggests that how visitors engage with its heritage is beginning to shift.

damaged Russian tanker could explode Image credit: Miguela XUEREB/Newsbook Malta/AFP

Damaged Russian tanker may explode Italy warns

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

A damaged Russian tanker carrying liquefied natural gas is drifting unmanned in the Mediterranean, raising fears of a potential environmental disaster off the southern coast of Italy.

Iranian drone attack destroys Italian aircraft in Kuwait. Image shows Rear view of the Iranian Shahed 149 Gaza UCAV By Student News Agency, Attribution, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=135410556

Italy will not be intimidated after drone attack in Kuwait

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy will not be intimidated by recent attacks on its military personnel in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said after a drone strike destroyed an Italian aircraft at an airbase in Kuwait.

Italy marks Unification Day with ceremony in Rome

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy marked Unification Day, the Constitution, the Anthem and the Flag on Tuesday with a ceremony in Rome. President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni laid wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.