Tracking culture for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · CultureHolocaust survivor Liliana Segre, 96, receives death threats as Italy records 963 antisemitic incidents in 2025—a 400% surge since 2022. What's driving the spike?
Economy · CultureItaly's 14 multinational fashion brands generate only 9% of Europe's revenue vs France's 39%. Explore the consolidation challenge and growth opportunities in 2025.
Sports · CultureInternational Special Olympics rowing event in Rome, April 2026. Free access for expats, families, and tourists. Inclusive sports showcase with European delegations.
Economy · CultureItaly launches EU-wide PGI protection for 92 craft products in May 2026. Learn how artisans register ceramics, marble, violins for anti-counterfeit defense.
Culture · ImmigrationWorld Press Photo Exhibition arrives in Bari autumn 2026, featuring Carol Guzy's award-winning work and powerful photojournalism from 141 countries worldwide.
Politics · CultureEmilia-Romagna pledges to cover €87K national cuts to Fossoli, Marzabotto & Cervi WWII memorial sites before April 25 Liberation Day celebrations.
Politics · CultureEU warns Venice Biennale of €2M funding loss if Russia participates. 22 nations and Ukraine call for exclusion. Italy faces diplomatic crisis over art event. April deadline.
Politics · CultureItaly's Ministry of Culture cuts memorial funding by 27%. Five historic Resistance sites face budget cuts affecting educational programs and site maintenance.
Sports · CulturePellegrino Matarazzo becomes first American manager to win major European trophy as Real Sociedad beats Atlético Madrid on penalties in Copa del Rey final.