Italy

Italy risk third straight World Cup absence as 2006 winners lament two‑decade decline

After lifting the trophy 20 years ago, Italy crashed out at the group stage in the next two editions, winning just one game. They have since missed the last two World Cups, losing out in the playoffs

Iran-Israel conflict: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, equipment damaged

Italy said a drone struck the Ali Al Salem airbase in Kuwait, damaging equipment but causing no injuries. Officials stressed personnel safety and said the country does not believe it was targeted.

France, Italy open talks with Iran over Hormuz passage; Italy denies FT report

France is one of the European nations involved in talks with Tehran, while Italy had sought to make contact with the Iranians, the FT reported

Sexual harassment allegations rock Italian cricket

According to a statement released by FCRI, the allegations are the subject of an investigation by the federal prosecutor.

Golden glow over Italy: ISS captures dazzling night lights stretching from Naples to the Alps

A stunning night-time image captured by the International Space Station shows Italy glowing from Naples to the Alps, revealing science, geography and human presence in light.

'Stop commenting on other countries': Macron calls out Italian PM Meloni for remark over French activist's death

Quentin Deranque died after being attacked last week on the sidelines of a far-right protest at a university in the city of Lyon.

Italy likely to join Trump Board of Peace as observer: Meloni

The board is meeting in Washington on Feb. 19 and Italy was invited as an observer country, Meloni said in an interview with local media.

Wasim Jaffer called out for 'racist' post: Ex-IND star refers Nepal vs Italy as 'pizza, momo'; check reactions

Wasim Jaffer got trolled heavily on social media after comparing Nepal vs Italy T20 World Cup match to a Pizza vs Momos battle. Many were displeased with the comment, calling it not only culturally insensitive but also racist.

Viral video shows armed gang blasting cash van on Italian highway. Internet shocked

A heavily armed gang ambushed an armoured cash-in-transit van on a southern Italian highway, setting vehicles on fire and detonating explosives

'I have actually learned Italian': JD Vance jokes with Giorgia Meloni in Milan

US Vice President JD Vance shared a light moment with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a Milan meeting, as he combined Winter Olympics events with diplomacy amid strained US–Europe relations.

Rome introduces €2 entry fee at Trevi Fountain from February 2026: What travellers need to know

Rome introduces a €2 entry fee at the Trevi Fountain from February 2026 to curb overcrowding. Here’s who needs to pay, ticket timings, exemptions and what travellers should know.

US pressured Italy to cancel contracts with China’s Nuctech

The American concern is that images acquired at customs ports could be accessed by Chinese authorities, jeopardizing both US and Italian national security.

This Italian city is officially the best food city in the world in 2026

TasteAtlas crowns Naples as the world’s best food city in 2026. From iconic pizza to legendary street food, here’s why Naples tops the global culinary map.

3,700-year-old bones in Italy reveal earliest known father–daughter incest case

New genetic evidence from a Bronze Age Italian burial reveals an extremely rare family relationship, raising unsettling questions about ancient social practices and how much remains unknown about prehistoric communities.

Italian cuisine becomes world’s first to get UNESCO recognition

Italian cuisine becomes the world’s first to receive UNESCO recognition, transforming Italy into a must-visit destination for immersive culinary travel in 2025.

Italy foreign minister Antonio Tajani serves food at Delhi event. Watch

Earlier in the day, Antonio Tajani met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and described the interaction as 'very positive,' underlining the strength of relations between Italy and India.

India–EU FTA talks to spill into 2026, next round set for early January

Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said he hopes the FTA could be concluded in the first six months of 2026, though he clarified that he is not directly responsible for trade negotiations.

India-EU FTA aims to ease entry of Italian wines, auto; boost Indian whisky, textiles exports: Goyal

Goyal acknowledged that some pending issues still need to be ironed out to conclude India-EU FTA talks

Italy's luxury brands shaken by sweatshop probes

To date, investigations have targeted Loro Piana, Dior's Italian subsidiary Manufactures Dior, Giorgio Armani Operations and Alviero Martini -- and prosecutors have suggested more probes could come

No running water, no toilet, no school: Family chose off-grid living; Italy now separates them from their children

The children, an eight-year-old girl and six-year-old twin boys, were homeschooled and raised among farm animals, vegetable gardens and the surrounding forest.

Italian cuisine just got closer to UNESCO fame –here’s why every traveller should care!

Italy’s cuisine is on the verge of UNESCO recognition! Discover Neapolitan pizza, tiramisu, and regional specialties every traveller must taste on their culinary journey through Italy.

Indian creator’s hilarious Italian dining surprise goes viral — after being asked to pay for plates

An Indian creator’s hilarious dining experience in Italy goes viral after she’s asked to pay for “plates.” Learn what coperto means and why it’s a normal part of Italian dining culture.

21 nuns escape massive fire in nearly 400-year-old Italian monastery

Nineteen nuns have been temporarily relocated to a religious facility in Ponte Lambro, while two were hospitalised for unspecified injuries.

Italian PM Georgia Meloni says she has been denounced to ICC for complicity in genocide

Speaking in an interview with state television broadcaster RAI, Meloni said Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani had been denounced.

Italy bans pro-Palestinian October 7 demonstration in Bologna as tensions rise

The Giovani Palestinesi (Palestinian Youth) Italia group had scheduled demonstrations in the cities of Bologna and Turin to mark the second anniversary of a Hamas militant attack in Israel that killed 1,200 people.