Economy · National NewsYour Mortgage Just Got Pricier: Italy's Borrowing Costs Hit a New Peak
Italian bond yields surge to 3.8%, pushing mortgage rates higher. Discover how the rising BTP spread affects your home loans, savings, and budget.
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Politics · National NewsParliament Locks in Italy's Iran Response: Defense Deployments and Energy Relief Push
Italy's parliament locks in defense strategy for Iran crisis: potential 5-8% electricity savings through 2026, Gulf deployments, and military base oversight for residents.
Economy · National NewsMilan Markets Mixed as Defense Stocks Rally Amid Iran Tensions
Milan markets mixed with defense stocks rallying. Leonardo +9% as gas prices surge 50% monthly, oil +5%. Energy costs pressure household budgets across Italy.
Politics · National NewsMeloni's Unity Appeal on Iran Crisis Collapses Into Partisan Conflict
Meloni's call for opposition unity on Iran crisis response collapses within hours amid insults and partisan disputes. Italy struggles to find common ground.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Justice Referendum in Crisis: Minister Defends Aide as Prosecutor Threatens Press
Days before Italy's justice referendum, scandals engulf both sides: Minister defends aide calling judges 'execution squads' while prosecutor threatens journalists.
Culture · National NewsIcon of Italian Television: Enrica Bonaccorti's Lasting Legacy Beyond the Screen
Italian TV legend Enrica Bonaccorti dies at 76 after pancreatic cancer battle. Her legacy: Italia sera, Non è la Rai, and Modugno's iconic songs.
Economy · National NewsItaly's Job Market Expanded, But 12 Million Remain Out of Work
Italy's employment reached 62.5% in 2025 with 185k new jobs, but 12.4M remain inactive. What the data means for job seekers and residents navigating Italy's job market.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Military Under Fire in Iraq: What Escalation Means for Rome's Middle East Stance
Italian troops survive drone strike at Erbil base in Iraq. Parliament debates blocking U.S. offensive ops from Italian bases amid rising Iran tensions.
Economy · National NewsItaly's Corporate Giants Deliver Record Earnings: €2B Dividend Boost for Shareholders
Webuild, Leonardo, Generali post record 2025 earnings with €2B+ dividends. Italian pension funds and retail investors benefit from strong returns.