Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · National NewsItaly's 2005-born athletes dominate national championships in Florence, defeating Olympic champions. Young stars signal strength ahead of European Championships and 2028 LA Olympics.
National News · CultureTwo centenarian WWII survivors receive Italy's Medal of Honor in Verona ceremony for refusing Nazi collaboration after 1943 armistice. Part of 650,000 deportees.
National News · EnvironmentMagnitude 4.1 earthquake hit Molise overnight with no injuries. Learn earthquake safety, building codes, and preparedness tips for residents in high-risk Italian zones.
Economy · National NewsUniCredit CEO Orcel rejects MPS acquisition, prioritizes Commerzbank deal expected Q4 2026. Italian banking sector stays fragmented—what it means for fees.
Economy · National NewsItaly speeds up U212 NFS submarine deliveries starting 2029. New €317M contract boosts jobs in La Spezia shipyard and solidifies Italian defense autonomy.
Health · National NewsNew Italian pool safety law mandates anti-suction drains by August 1. Learn how it affects families, hotels, and summer plans in Italy.
Economy · National NewsItaly adds 33,000 businesses in Q2 2026—services & construction boom while manufacturing shrinks. How this affects jobs, opportunities & your sector.
Politics · National NewsVal di Susa protests leave 60 injured. Discover how Italy's troubled Turin-Lyon rail project fuels political divisions and questions about spending priorities.
Culture · National NewsCarlo Verdone's cult classic 'Compagni di Scuola' returns July 26 on Rete 4 in pristine HD restoration. Watch at 21:30—a masterpiece about aging, ambition, and Italian life.