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Automatically giving child surname of father not valid in law

Children should have both parents’ surnames court rules

April 28, 2022April 28, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In Italy, children are automatically given their father’s surname. The Constitutional Court ruled this act is not valid in law.

Why Italy celebrates Liberation Day

April 23, 2022April 25, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Liberation Day, known as Anniversario della Liberazione or Festa della Liberazione, is celebrated on 25th April in Italy. It commemorates the end of fascist rule and the occupation of the country by Nazi Germany.

Rome ranks bottom in worst cities for expats

Milan and Rome – the two worst cities for expats in the world

December 12, 2021December 12, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

According to the Expat City Ranking 2021 by InterNations, two of the worst cities for expats worldwide are in Italy. Rome props up the table with Milan only one place ahead of it. So why did they score so poorly?