Tracking culture for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · CultureComo qualifies for Champions League. Real Madrid can reclaim Paz for €9M by June 1. Fabregas faces Premier League interest. Europe's top clubs circle.
Culture · National NewsCristian Mungiu wins 2nd Palme d'Or with 'Fjord,' exploring faith vs. state power. Coming to Italian cinemas via Bim—timely questions for Europe.
Politics · CulturePope Francis calls for love over military force in Pentecost homily, challenging NATO powers. How the Vatican's peace stance impacts Italy's defense policy.
Culture · TourismCristian Mungiu wins his second Cannes Palme d'Or with 'Fjord,' a drama exploring religious freedom and state power starring Sebastian Stan.
Culture · EnvironmentHow Carlo Petrini built Slow Food from Piedmont into a movement across 160 countries, with institutions designed to outlast its founder and continue thriving.
Economy · Tourism · CultureItaly's live music industry hit €1B in 2025, generating €4.3B economic impact. Learn how 40,000+ concerts affect jobs, tourism, and your city.
Culture · TourismVita concert at Rome's Circo Massimo on June 22 aims to address youth mental health through music. Government-backed event organized by major music industry groups.
Economy · CultureLeonardo Del Vecchio Foundation funds work-abroad scholarships for all IIS Follador 4th-year students through 2027. Free Agordo exhibition until July 4.
Sports · CultureYuri Chechi and Vanessa Ferrari inducted into Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Italy's seventh members signal growing strength in Olympic artistic programs worldwide.