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Eroticism of Art Exhibition in Pompeii

February 16, 2022February 16, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Pompeii Archaeological Park plans an exhibition dedicated to the sensuality and eroticism of art in the ancient Roman city. The exhibition will open on 14th April.

Euthanasia referendum rejected by Italian Constitutional Court

Italy’s Constitutional Court rejects referendum on euthanasia

February 16, 2022February 16, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s Constitutional Court rejected a petition to hold a referendum on euthanasia and legally-assisted suicide. The issue will be debated by parliament.

Unvaccinated over-50s suspended from work from today

February 15, 2022February 15, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Covid mandate for unvaccinated over-50s started today, 15th February. Employers and workers face heavy fines if caught in violation of Italy’s latest Super Green Pass rules.

busts of Michelangelo on display in Accademia. Image by Russell McNeil via Flickr under creative commons license

All busts of Michelangelo on display in Florence

February 14, 2022February 14, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Tuesday (15th February), all nine busts of Michelangelo are due to go on display at Florence’s Accademia Gallery. The display runs until June 19th.

Saint Valentine’s Day in Italy

February 14, 2022February 14, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

As people across the globe buy gifts, flowers and chocolates for their loved ones on Saint Valentine’s Day, we take at look at the saint himself.

Ministry of Justice - government reform sees magistrates political moves limited. Editorial credit: ColorMaker / Shutterstock.com

Italian government reform to ban politicians from returning to judiciary roles

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Italian government approved a key reform to the country’s much-criticised justice system. The move will make it impossible for magistrates to jump directly from judicial careers to politics and back again.

ITA can be privatised says Italian government

Italian government gives green light to privatisation of ITA Airways

February 12, 2022February 12, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Friday, the Italian government agreed to the privatisation of ITA Airways with Lufthansa and MSC looking on with interest. ITA is the successor to Alitalia.

Florence increase entrance prices to civic museums from February 2026. Palazzo Vecchio - one of the monuments which switched off their lights in protest over energy bills

Italy landmarks turn off lights in protest over surge in energy bills

February 11, 2022February 11, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Thursday night, a number of Italian monuments were in darkness as they protested against soaring energy bills.

San Severo - man rams car after refusing to show Green Pass

Man rams car into town hall after being asked for Green Pass

February 11, 2022February 11, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A local resident in San Severo, Foggia, rammed his car into the town hall after being asked for a valid Green Pass. Police cited the 50-year-old man. In other Covid news, the rule on wearing masks outdoors has been lifted.

Oscar nominations for The Hand of God and Luca

Sorrentino and Luca both in the running for an Oscar

February 11, 2022February 11, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Hand of God by Italian film director Paolo Sorrentino has been nominated for an Oscar, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced. In the animated feature film category, Luca also gets a nomination.