Economy · National NewsMPS Plans Mediobanca Merger to Reshape Italy's Banking Landscape
MPS proposes €9.5B Mediobanca merger to create Italy's 3rd banking giant. What the 2026 plan could mean for your accounts and loans.
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Transportation · National NewsItaly's 24-Hour Rail Strike This Weekend: What Travelers Need to Know Now
24-hour rail strike hits Italy Feb 27-28. Learn refund deadlines, guaranteed train times, and bus alternatives for weekend travel disruptions.
Environment · National NewsANCI and ANBI Sign National Water Safety Protocol: What Changes for Your Municipality
ANCI and ANBI signed February 2026 protocol formalizing 3,000+ municipality-consortia water pacts. €24M funding for flood defense, technical support across Italy.
Economy · National NewsItalian Exporters Face Global Headwinds: Non-EU Trade Slump Forces Strategic Reset
Italy's non-EU exports fell 1.9% in January 2026, hitting capital goods hardest. Learn which markets declined, where opportunities remain, and what it means for businesses.
Economy · National NewsMPS Promises €16 Billion to Shareholders as Italian Banking Power Play Takes Shape
MPS-Mediobanca merger creates Italy's third-largest bank. €16 billion in shareholder returns through 2030 with 100% payout commitment. Key details inside.
Transportation · National NewsItaly's Mandatory Alcolock Devices: €2,000 Cost and Hidden Hurdles for Convicted Drivers
Italy's new alcolock law starts Feb 2026. Learn the €2,000 costs, vehicle compatibility issues, and what convicted drivers need to know about breathalyzer devices.
Politics · National NewsJustice Ministry Official Faces Trial as Italy Grapples with War Crimes Scandal and Judicial Reform
Justice Ministry chief faces charges over Libyan war crimes suspect release. What the Almasri case means for Italy's judiciary before March referendum.
Politics · National NewsItaly's Electoral Overhaul: How the New Voting System Could Transform Governance by 2027
Italy's parliament debates new voting rules that could guarantee stable majorities by 2027. Understand how this electoral reform affects your representation.
Politics · National NewsSicily Man Arrested for Attempted Femicide: Italy's New Law in Action
41-year-old man arrested in Giardini Naxos, Sicily under Italy's new femicide law. Case highlights protective orders, victim support protocols, and the 1522 helpline for survivors.