Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · National NewsBanco BPM proposes merger with MPS to create Italy's second-largest bank—board vote June 8, 2026. What changes mean for account holders, savers, and your banking services.
Politics · National NewsFuturo Nazionale now has 8 deputies after defections from Forza Italia and Lega. Marina Berlusconi blames internal failures. 2027 election implications.
Politics · National NewsItalian senator confronted gay couple at Rome airport for public affection. Italy lacks national LGBTQ+ protections—learn your rights.
Economy · National NewsItaly faces 2.9% inflation in 2026 as ECB hikes rates. Learn how rising prices and Middle East tensions affect your purchasing power and borrowing costs.
Economy · National NewsItaly adds thousands of millionaires in 2025 as stock markets soar. Discover how the wealth boom affects residents and the growing inequality gap.
Politics · National NewsItaly's judicial referendum failed, stalling reform. Learn how delays, judge accountability gaps, and slow trials affect residents and investors now.
National News · HealthFatal gas explosion in Porto Sant'Elpidio kills 2, injures 3. PM Meloni monitors rescue efforts. Critical safety information for Italian residents and renters.
Politics · National NewsVenice's Luigi Brugnaro faces trial for allegedly exceeding campaign spending limits by €513K in 2020 election. Trial set for Sept 2026 amid corruption probe.
Economy · National NewsElectrolux plans to slash 1,700 jobs across Italian plants by June 15. Workers in Solaro near Milan rally against restructuring plan threatening 217 positions.