Italy

An Italian farmer protesting soaring fuel prices brought his donkey to a demonstration in Foggia, presenting the animal as an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to tractors.

Thousands of protesters burned Israeli and US flags in Rome during anti-government demonstrations criticizing military spending and educational reforms under Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

About 100 Jewish educators from the US and Israel canceled a seminar in Italy after being pressured to sign an anti-Israel political declaration, sparking widespread condemnation.

A severe controversy erupted in Italy after the Reggio Emilia municipality imposed political demands on Jewish teachers, prompting the Milan Jewish community president to condemn the actions as racial profiling.

Jewish educators from the US postponed a trip to Reggio Emilia, Italy, after being asked to sign a political declaration regarding the war in Gaza, while 25 Israeli teachers proceeded with the visit.

The wife of an American basketball player for an Italian team, who is Israeli and Jewish, faced verbal abuse and threats from spectators after a match in Italy.

Italy defeated Turkey 3-1 in the UEFA Nations League, with coach Roberto Mancini praising rising stars like Francesco Pio Esposito and Riccardo Calafiori.

Italy's iconic espresso bars are disappearing rapidly, with 20,000 cafes closing between 2019 and 2025 amid rising costs, climate pressures, and changing work habits.

Israeli actor David Shaul got stranded in Italy for the second consecutive year, this time due to a volcanic eruption in Sicily, mirroring a similar travel disaster he faced last year.

Italian police raided homes of 17 suspects, including 14 minors, linked to an online neo-Nazi white supremacist network plotting attacks.

The Italian government approved a decree banning full facial coverings in schools and capping foreign students at 30% per classroom to foster genuine integration.

The pro-Palestinian Hind Rajab Foundation filed a complaint in Italy against an Israeli tourist over alleged Gaza military actions, marking the third such move this month.

An Israeli-American tourist on her honeymoon in Italy was asked by an Airbnb host to cancel a pasta workshop because she displayed an Israeli flag on her profile.

Vitantonio Lovallo, Europe's oldest man, has passed away in Italy at the age of 112. The former farmer and WWII veteran worked in his vineyard until a very advanced age.

Israeli tourists were verbally abused and expelled from a restaurant in Northern Italy after asking for Wi-Fi, highlighting a growing wave of antisemitic incidents across the country.

Spain has extended border controls for arrivals from Italy until October in a retaliatory move following Rome's call to suspend Madrid from the Schengen area during the Ceuta crisis.

Giorgia Meloni breaks a record: with 1,413 days in power, this is the most stable Italian government since World War II. Support for Ukraine and ties with Donald Trump have strengthened her status globally. Voters will decide if political stability has translated into achievements.

While lying on a treatment bed in a hospital in Italy, Ido Manor experienced antisemitic accusations from the doctor treating him. In an interview alongside his wife Lyan, they recounted the difficult moments: "He attacked us personally and said that we are committing genocide."

A new demographic report by Italy's National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) presents a worrying picture: birth rates are at their lowest since 1861, and the working-age population is shrinking. Despite Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's pledges, the country faces an unprecedented economic challenge.

The Greek airline Blue Bird is expanding its flight offerings to additional destinations in Italy. Following Bologna, additional flights to Rome and Naples are expected to be added in the middle of next month. So how much will a ticket cost you, and does it shorten the way to the dream resort town that has become the hot destination of the summer?

A fortune of 11 billion dollars and an eye-catching mega-yacht have landed on the shores of Italy. However, not everyone is pleased with the "billionaire diplomacy" funded out of his own pocket.

Blue Bird airline is launching a direct and unique route from Ben Gurion Airport to Bologna with fares starting at 128 euros one way, with direct flights to other popular Italian destinations to be added later this month.

The media and political system in Italy are in an uproar following the firing of Sigfrido Ranucci. He is considered one of the most respected and important journalists in the field of current affairs and investigations. Initially, it was thought to be the mafia, but his associate dropped a bombshell - and the entire country was stunned.

Those planning a vacation in Spain or Italy in the next two weeks may encounter more than just the end-of-summer rush. A series of strikes at airports, ground services, and railways is expected to make travel difficult for passengers, and in some cases, make the journey to or from the airport particularly complicated.

After marrying Sasha Israelovich at a historic monastery in Italy, singer Omer Adam shared a humorous video of himself pulling his best friend in a cargo cart, joking about his unexpected post-wedding activities.

According to diplomatic sources, Rome has drafted a document outlining the roles of the new international force intended to replace UNIFIL. The Italians propose supporting the Lebanese army logistically and operationally, and assisting it in demilitarization tasks. However, the Lebanese army commander expressed opposition to the latter point.

The light aircraft apparently struck cables of a cable car used to operate a dam in northern Italy, caught fire in the air, and crashed near an artificial lake in a mountainous area. The 62-year-old pilot and a 63-year-old passenger were killed on the spot. Authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the accident and are checking the flight path and the permits granted to...

A brawl broke out on the popular Italian island of Capri after reports stated that shop owners asked a group of tourists to move their children from the entrance to their shop. The unusual incident, which lasted several minutes, was documented by stunned passersby.

With violins playing and 82 percent humidity, the mako Celebs correspondent arrived at the magnificent monastery in Portofino where the main chuppah of Omer Adam and Sasha will take place. Against a breathtaking backdrop and under tight security, celebrity guests have begun to fill the historic venue.

Under heavy security at the ancient Cervara monastery, Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich are celebrating their big wedding tonight, a little over half a year since they started dating. A mako celebrities correspondent in Portofino managed to infiltrate inside and bring the first exclusive documentation of the bride and groom from the closed event.

Gal and Roi Adam in a calm atmosphere before the ceremony, Aviv Geffen with his wife, and other star-studded guests: an exclusive report from the Italian village hosting Omer and Sasha Adam's wedding.

The famous couple did indeed get married secretly yesterday, but the main celebration is just beginning. While the guests have already landed at the coveted destination, the mako celebs correspondent in Portofino exclusively documented a glimpse of what is happening at the historic monastery in Italy. This is what the frantic preparations, the giant stage, the luxurious chuppah — and the singer's...

An island in the Venetian lagoon, featuring a historic Napoleonic fort, a private villa, and a helipad, has been listed for sale. The property offers a unique retreat just a short boat ride from Venice.

The pampering flight to the wedding of the year in Portofino has already taken off, but then Yaniv, Omer Adam's father, took over the PA system and demanded that the guests of his son and future wife Sasha Israelovich "behave accordingly" in front of the aristocratic family. 150 guests in the air, a DJ on the plane, free alcohol - and a senior businessman who boarded with the rest of the guests at...

For long months, crowds of tourists visiting the town of Arconiano in northern Italy heaped praise on a spectacular "Greek amphitheater" they found on a hilltop. The site received a perfect five-star rating on TripAdvisor before it was revealed to be a modern forgery.

Lebanese sources indicate that the lack of a verification mechanism is delaying the expansion of pilot zones for IDF withdrawal. Lebanese Army Commander Rudolph Hikal is in Rome to discuss the mechanism, international force composition, and the future of UNIFIL.

What wealthy background does she come from, what language do they communicate in, why was the wedding ceremony moved at the last minute, and which close friend had her invitation cancelled following the big drama behind the scenes?

Three days before the chuppah, new details have emerged regarding the wedding of the year of Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich, including the exact location and the guests' schedule. We hope there will be no further cuts to the guest list.

After the drama over the weekend surrounding the guest list, Sasha Israelovich has officially kicked off her wedding celebrations with Omer Adam, sharing breathtaking photos from the luxury hotel where the two are staying in Portofino, perched on a mountainside.

A 45-year-old man of Albanian descent was arrested in Italy on suspicion of attempted murder after investigators concluded he intentionally accelerated and drove his car into the port waters with his wife inside. The woman, who cannot swim, was trapped in the sinking vehicle and managed to escape through the rear window with the help of passersby. The husband fled the scene but was located hours...

A week before the chuppah in Portofino, the Adam family has already landed in Italy to ensure everything is perfectly organized: from private flights and guest logistics to the Shabbat Chatan in Genoa. Nothing is left to chance.

It has become known to mako celebrities that the singer and his future wife will not be in a hurry to return to Israel after the wedding. However, they are currently dealing with an unexpected issue regarding their planned Shabbat Chatan.

After we revealed the exclusive guest list that will fly to celebrate with Omer Adam and Sasha Israelovich at the wedding of the year in Italy, mako celebrities learned exactly how they will reach the dream location — and most importantly, at whose expense. First publication.

A daring art heist is shaking Italy: four works by Renaissance artist Antonello da Messina were stolen over the weekend from the Regional Museum in Messina, Sicily. Italian police have opened an investigation, with authorities exploring potential mafia involvement, as reported by Reuters.

A 29-year-old American tourist was killed by a lightning strike while hiking in an area on Mount Etna that was closed to visitors due to volcanic activity. Authorities noted that in recent decades, more people have died on the mountain from lightning strikes than from eruptions.

A couple traveling in northern Italy stopped at a rest station after failing to wake their 31-year-old son. Medical teams arrived at the scene and pronounced him dead; a suspected cardiac event is currently being investigated.

The Carabinieri Art Squad located the three works by Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse in an apartment in Parma, about five months after they were stolen. A pickaxe and a fire extinguisher left at the scene, from which serial numbers had been removed, led investigators to the suspected gang.

A powerful explosion occurred at an ammunition manufacturing plant in the town of Colleferro, about 40 km southeast of Rome. According to authorities, the fire that preceded the explosion broke out in a department where gunpowder compression is carried out. No casualties were reported.

At the peak of the tourist season, Mount Etna is spewing volcanic ash that endangers aircraft. The airport in Catania, the gateway to Sicily, has been forced to suspend operations at least until tomorrow. Passengers are being diverted to Palermo, where they are struggling to find ground transportation.

The heatwave on the Old Continent is forcing Italy's unique "cheese banks" to significantly increase their energy consumption to protect hundreds of thousands of Parmigiano Reggiano wheels that serve as collateral for loans in an industry with a turnover of billions of euros per year.