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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.

Storms and heavy snow sweep Italian peninsula

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A low-pressure system sweeping across Italy has brought heavy rain, strong winds and heavy snow to large parts of the country, with the worst conditions reported in the north-west and further storms forecast for the south.

Sinner wins Indian Wells title

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner claimed the title at the Indian Wells Open on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev in straight sets after two closely contested tiebreaks.

Protest against Middle East war and justice reforms in Rome, 14th March 2026. Image credit: AP PHotos/Andrew Medichini

Thousands protest in Rome against Middle East war

March 15, 2026March 15, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Thousands of people marched in Rome on Saturday to protest against the war in the Middle East and proposed reforms to Italy’s judicial system.

Guide to the Roman Empire. Created in Canva

What was the Roman Empire?

March 15, 2026March 15, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A high-level overview of the empire that shaped Italy and Europe. The Roman Empire was one of the most powerful and influential states in world history. At its height, it controlled vast territories across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, shaping politics, law, language and culture for centuries.