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Milan remains Italy’s most expensive city to live in in 2026

Milan has retained its position as Italy’s most expensive city in terms of living costs in 2026, while Naples remains at the opposite end of the ranking as the country’s most affordable major city. The figures highlight the persistent economic divide between northern and southern Italy. The......

Europe records more than 1,000 locally acquired West Nile virus cases

European health authorities have reported more than 1,000 locally acquired cases of West Nile virus since the beginning of the current transmission season, highlighting the continued spread of the mosquito-borne disease across several European countries. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and......

Italy braces for sixth heatwave as temperatures could climb 8°C above seasonal average

Italy is preparing for its sixth heatwave of the summer as a strong area of high pressure is expected to return from Friday, bringing several days of unusually hot weather across the country. The hot spell is forecast to continue through next Wednesday, with temperatures potentially reaching as much......

Meloni sets historic record as Italy’s longest-serving postwar prime minister

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is set to achieve a historic political milestone on Friday, when her government becomes the longest continuously serving administration in Italy since the end of World War II. Meloni’s government will reach 1,413 consecutive days in office, surpassing by one......

Italy Extends Suspension of Schengen with Spain Amid Migratory Tensions in Ceuta

The migratory crisis surrounding Ceuta continues to impact movement within the European space. On Monday, August 31, Italy decided to maintain border controls with Spain for an additional fifteen days, having temporarily reintroduced these measures at the beginning of August. Rome Maintains Border Controls Initially......

2026 Mediterranean Games: Morocco Claims Bronze After Dominating Italy

The Atlas Lions concluded the Mediterranean Games in Taranto in spectacular fashion. The Moroccan U20 team decisively defeated the host nation Italy 4-1 on Sunday, August 30, securing the third spot on the podium. Morocco wrapped up its campaign at the 2026 Mediterranean Games with a particularly convincing......

Italy: The Withdrawal of a Leading RAI Journalist Sparks Debate on Media Independence

The removal of Sigfrido Ranucci from the presentation of 'Report', one of the most followed investigative programs on Italian public television, has ignited a fierce controversy in Rome. The opposition denounces an attack on press freedom, while government supporters defend a decision made in an already......

Mediterranean Games 2026: Morocco Falls to Italy but Maintains Second Place

The U17 Lionesses of the Atlas suffered their first defeat in the women's football tournament of the Mediterranean Games 2026. Defeated 3-1 by Italy on Thursday at the end of the fourth day, the Moroccans still remain in second place in the standings with seven points. Morocco's journey faced its first......

The silver tsunami is reshaping the global real estate market

For decades, population growth has been one of the strongest foundations of the global housing market. More people generally meant more households, stronger demand for homes and, in many areas, rising property values. But demographic change is now challenging that long-standing assumption. Falling birth......