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Retirement aage in pension could be as higha s 71 for young Italians. Image shows older lady sitting on chair in Italian back street.

Italian women receive roughly 26% lower pensions than men

January 22, 2026January 22, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian women who retired in 2025 received state pensions that were on average about 26.5% lower than those granted to men, according to the national social security agency INPS. The disparity highlights persistent gender inequality in retirement income and reflects broader labour-market gaps.

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Donatella Versace criticises government’s anti-LGBTQ stance

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Donatella Versace criticised Italy’s right-wing government for its recent actions against LGBTQ rights. She was speaking at Milan Fashion Week while receiving the Humanitarian Award for Equity and Inclusivity.

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Italy adopts new LGBT+ strategy days before right-wing takeover

October 8, 2022October 8, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s outgoing government has adopted a new LGBT+ strategy. The move comes days before handing over the reins to a right-wing administration.

University of Padua elects female rector

University of Padua elects first female rector in 800 years

July 2, 2021March 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The University of Padua elects a female rector for the first time in its 800-year-old history. Daniela Mapelli will start her six-year tenure on 1st October 2021.