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The latest news, updates and features on Italy, a country in Southwestern Europe known for its capital Rome, floating city Venice, and regions including Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna, Sicily and Sardinia.

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A view of the rocky cliff and the markings left by turtles.

Scientists think they know why there was a sea turtle stampede 80,000,000 years ago

Tech 4 hours ago By Josh Milton

Church painting of angel resembling Georgia Meloni sparks outrage in Italy

World 15 hours ago By Luke Alsford

An aerial view over Lama Monachile Cala Porto beach in Polignano a Mare, Italy, with turquoise waters, a sandy cove, and houses overlooking.

Italy's 'enchanting' holiday destination that's 8 times cheaper than Sardinia

Travel January 26, 2026 By Jessica Lindsay

People sitting in outdoor dining areas along the bank of the Spree River in Berlin, Germany, with the Berliner Dom behind it and trees lining a nearby path.

The coolest European cities you can reach by train from London

Travel January 26, 2026 By Sophie-May Williams

Medium shot of the main characters from Squid Game

Firm asks staff to decide who should be sacked in dystopian Squid Game-style culling

World January 24, 2026 By Sarah Ping

An aerial view of the city and cliffs at Bari, Italy at sunset

'Intriguing’ seaside city is about to get a new UK flight

Travel January 22, 2026 By Alice Murphy

European leaders in a graphic with Trump smiling.

European leaders 'have group chat about Trump' for when he says 'something wild'

World January 21, 2026 By Sarah Hooper

Valentino Garavani

Gwyneth Paltrow leads devastated tributes after death of Valentino Garavani, 93

Showbiz January 20, 2026 By Asyia Iftikhar

People enjoying skiing on the slopes of Hemsedal, Norway.

9 great ski resorts you can still enjoy this season — from £59 a night

Travel January 19, 2026 By Eleanor Noyce

High angle view of townscape by sea against sky in Pescara, Italy.

‘Captivating’ Italian city is a lesser-known gem that’s 15°C in March with £51 flights

Travel January 15, 2026 By Eleanor Noyce

Typical beautiful colorful tourist street sidewalk city Puerto Escondido Mexico.

10 up-and-coming places to visit in 2026, according to TripAdvisor

Travel January 15, 2026 By Kristina Beanland

Venice Carnival Traditional Mask. Venice. Veneto. Italy. Europe. (Photo by: Mauro Flamini/REDA/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

The 6 best party breaks for 2026 – from Venice carnival to a 'snow show' in Japan

Travel January 9, 2026 By Deborah Cicurel

A stunning view of a historic town in Puglia, Italy, with crystal clear bright blue water, and old white buildings perched on a rocky cliff.

I’ve been to 96 countries – these 3 are perfect for 2026 holidays

Travel January 9, 2026 By Sophie-May Williams

A view over the White tower of Thessaloniki in Greece, from the sea, on a bright day.

7 off-the-beaten-track places to visit in 2026, according to Lonely Planet

Travel January 22, 2026 By Alice Murphy

FC Metz is deeply saddened to announce that Tahirys Dos Santos, a youth player for the club originally from Mont-Saint-Martin, was injured in the fire that occurred in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve. Severely burned, the 19-year-old was airlifted to Germany, where he is currently receiving treatment. Deeply affected by this news, the club's management, players, coaches, and staff are in shock and extend their heartfelt condolences to Tahirys during this difficult time as he battles his illness. The club also wishes to offer its full support to his family and is working with medical authorities to arrange for Tahirys' transfer to Mercy Hospital, near his home. Updates on Tahirys' condition will be provided should there be any significant changes. In the meantime, FC Metz asks everyone to respect the privacy of Tahirys and his family.

Footballer 'severely injured' in deadly Swiss nightclub fire

World January 2, 2026 By Gergana Krasteva

Former pupil at British school among missing after Swiss ski resort fire

World January 2, 2026 By Gergana Krasteva

F1 Grand Prix of Sao Paulo 2025

Every F1 track on the 2026 calendar ranked from worst to best

F1 January 1, 2026 By Callum McAvoy

Mum and daughter killed after eating Christmas dinner ‘laced with rat poison’

World December 30, 2025 By Brooke Davies

The new Porta Metronia and Colosseum metro C stations are presented to the press. During the works, the excavations brought to light archaeological finds of great value which transformed these two stations into two museum stations. Archaeological finds on display at the Colosseum station. Rome: Colosseum And Porta Metronia, New Metro C Stations

'Eternal' European capital opens magnificent new Metro stations that are basically museums

Travel December 28, 2025 By Ryan Prosser

Composite image of a panettone (left) and a close up image of a man dressed in a shirt and black jacket

Man chokes to death on panettone during family Christmas dinner

World December 27, 2025 By Sarah Ping