Tracking national news for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Economy · National NewsCritical workplace accident at Sarpom refinery raises questions about contractor safety. Learn your legal protections and rights under Italian law.
Economy · National NewsItaly's labor market added 340,000 jobs in 12 months, with 278,000 permanent contracts. Easier mortgages and stable income ahead for residents and job seekers.
National News · PoliticsItalian government opposes case dismissal in 1980 Ustica disaster, demanding declassification of allied military records to finally answer what happened to the DC-9.
Politics · National NewsItaly's 2025 electoral reform debate heats up July 7. New voting rules with blocked lists and majority bonuses reshape how Italians choose candidates and who governs. What it means for your ballot.
Health · National NewsItaly's heatwave causes 10-15% ER surge in major cities. Red-alert warnings active: know heat illness signs, use 1500 hotline, and when to seek emergency care.
Economy · National News280,000 Italian bank workers seek €518 monthly raises, 35-hour weeks, and AI protections as 2026 contract negotiations begin July 16. Details for banking employees.
Politics · National NewsTurkey kills ISIS suspect and arrests 200+ including journalists ahead of NATO summit in Ankara July 7-8. Security crackdown raises civil liberties concerns.
Politics · National NewsItaly's center-right coalition falls below 42%. Vannacci's party now rivals Salvini's Lega. What this means for 2027 elections and your future here.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Defense Ministry warns NATO Secretary General Rutte's careless remarks about U.S. military bases could damage Italy's international standing and regional relationships.