Tracking culture for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Tourism · CultureRome's Villa Borghese completes €1.7M restoration for 2026 centennial. Free equestrian events drew 77K visitors, €33.7M impact. New vision for civic engagement.
Culture · EconomyFeltrinelli acquires 30% of Il Saggiatore, signaling consolidation in Italy's publishing market. Here's what it means for readers and independent publishers.
Sports · CultureAnimated film "Presente" explores Paralympic resilience after injury. Discover Italy's €100M investment in adaptive sports programs and what they mean for residents.
Culture · Digital LifestyleIrama replaces Achille Lauro as X Factor Italy judge for 2026. Auditions begin June 2-3 in Milan. Streaming focus with Giorgia hosting. Sky Italia & NOW September premiere.
Culture · SportsUnder-13 youth football tournament connects Argentine and Chilean clubs with Italian diaspora roots to Ischia teams. Features 100-year-old club celebrating heritage through sport.
Sports · CultureSerie A returns August 23, 2026. Compressed schedule, midweek matches, and key dates for Italian football fans and residents planning season attendance.
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.
Economy · CultureTrento's Festival dell'Economia attracted record 45,000 attendees and near-total hotel occupancy. Young professionals and students dominated debates on AI and employment. 2027 expansion planned.
Culture · EconomyMaurizio Gozzelino, creator of Italy's iconic Crodino aperitif, has passed away at 91. Learn about his legacy and impact on Italian beverage culture.