While PM Giorgia Meloni basked in glory at the far-right Atreju festival, Italy faces a stark reality: soaring poverty and record emigration. We analyse the contradictions of her rule.
Italy's Mount Etna volcano erupted on Saturday, spewing lava and ash. A red aviation alert was issued, but Catania airport flights continue. Read the latest updates.
As Stranger Things nears its end, fans express concern over an 'underwhelming' final season. Will the Duffer brothers stick the landing? The epic finale drops New Year's Day.
Giovanni Lopez, 47, tragically died after choking on a piece of the traditional Italian Christmas cake. Read the full story and his brother's tribute.
Discover Cesena, Emilia-Romagna's authentic, crowd-free city of books and incredible food. Get expert travel tips and find cheap flights from the UK.
Discover South Tyrol, Italy's unique winter blend of Dolomites skiing, Bolzano's city buzz, and Brunico's alpine calm. Flight and hotel deals from £170. Plan your trip.
Discover Verona, Italy's iconic 'City of Love'. With flights from just £15 in early 2026, explore Juliet's Balcony, Roman arenas & medieval charm. Plan your romantic escape now.
The birth of baby Lara in Pagliara dei Marsi highlights Italy's deepening demographic crisis, with national birth rates hitting a historic low. Can policies reverse the trend?
The latest Stranger Things episodes deliver epic drama but a controversial plot twist threatens to tear the fanbase in two. Read our spoiler-free review of Volume 2.
The penultimate episodes of Stranger Things are a chaotic, lore-heavy spectacle that somehow remains wildly entertaining, despite glaring flaws. Read our full review.
The Jonas Brothers' new festive film, 'A Very Jonas Christmas Movie', is now streaming on Disney+. With an 85% critics score, it's a feel-good holiday watch full of music and comedy.
Italy's competition authority fines Ryanair €256m for abusing its market power to limit online travel agency sales. The airline vows to appeal as it hits a record €31bn valuation.
Mothercare shares plummet after breaching loan terms, putting its future in jeopardy. The retailer pins hopes on a major Indian joint venture for survival. Read the full analysis.
A three-hour car journey with a wailing newborn led to a profound life change for one man, redefining family and the joy of Christmas. Discover the heartwarming story.
A savvy mum from Romford flew to Italy for a day, enjoying amazing pizza for less than a trip into Central London. Discover how she does it and her other budget European day trips.
A new book reveals how songwriters Bob and Dick Sherman crafted the magic of Disney's 1964 classic, Mary Poppins, against the wishes of author P.L. Travers. Discover the untold story.
The Dardenne brothers' 'Young Mothers' is named the UK's 3rd best film of 2025. A powerful return to form, it explores teen mums with empathy and dignity. Read the full review.
Jesse Marsch's Canada learn their 2026 World Cup group stage fate, drawn against Switzerland and Qatar, with a playoff winner to come. Full draw details and analysis.
Three Uyghur brothers fled China's Xinjiang in 2013, fearing detention. Arrested in Ladakh, they've been imprisoned in India ever since, their case stuck in legal limbo.
Italy's far-right government passes a restrictive sex education bill requiring parental consent, sparking protests. Critics argue it undermines violence prevention. Discover the clash over 'gender ideology'.
Pope Leo stresses Europe's vital role in Ukraine peace talks, suggesting Italy could mediate. Read his in-flight remarks and analysis of the diplomatic push.
Escape the crowds and discover the authentic beauty of the Italian Riviera. Our guide reveals the perfect out-of-season road trip through Liguria, from Cinque Terre to Portofino.
The Duffer Brothers reveal their fears and hopes as the final chapter of Netflix's Stranger Things begins. Discover why fan reactions are 'terrifying' and which characters shine.
Italy's parliament postpones crucial legislation that would define sex without consent as rape, creating a rift in Giorgia Meloni's coalition government. Discover the implications.
Netflix briefly crashed as millions of fans streamed the new season of Stranger Things. The final season is already a top hit. Read the full story and fan reactions.
The final season of Stranger Things begins with a sensational first volume. Our spoiler-free review reveals why this Netflix phenomenon is worth the three-year wait.
The final season of Stranger Things delivers five hours of action-horror spectacle with unlimited budget and emotional depth. Stream now on Netflix UK.
Three men have been arrested after a gang attacked a couple in a Rome park, forcing the boyfriend to watch as they raped his fiancée. Police continue to search for other suspects.
A 56-year-old Italian man is under investigation for allegedly disguising himself as his deceased mother to claim her pension. Discover the shocking details of this benefit fraud case.
Italy clinched the Davis Cup title for a third consecutive year, defeating Spain in the final. Berrettini and Cobolli secured victory in the singles matches. Read the full report.