Economy · National NewsMajor Wage Gap Persists Between Northern and Southern Italy, New Data Shows
CGIA report reveals Southern Italians work a month less and earn 36% less than Northerners. Key details for residents and investors.
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National News · Other NewsExplosion near Andria Kills Two in Botched ATM Attack
Two people died in an explosion near Andria during a failed attempt to bomb an ATM. Details on the incident and ongoing investigation.
Politics · National NewsSenate Votes on Electoral Reform: Blocked Lists, 42% Threshold at Stake
Italy's Senate votes on electoral reform with blocked lists and a 42% threshold at stake. Know how it affects your vote, coalition politics, and representation in Rome.
Politics · National NewsInside Italy's League Party Split: Salvini Faces Rebellion from Former Allies
Former League MPs challenge Salvini's leadership. Pontida gathering will test if grassroots demands for northern autonomy can reshape Italian politics and coalition stability.
National News · ImmigrationMigrant Expelled After Desecrating Italian Flag in Florence
Interior Minister Piantedosi orders immediate expulsion after migrant desecrates Italian flag near Santa Maria Novella station; legal action under Article 292.
Politics · National NewsVannacci's 7.5% Poll Surge Forces Italy's Coalition Into Electoral Law Scramble
Ex-general Vannacci's new party hits 7.5% in polls, forcing Meloni's coalition to scramble on electoral reform. Senate vote Sept 15 could reshape how Italy governs.
Economy · National NewsEnergy Bills Surge: Italy's August Inflation Hits 3.3%, Adding €1,089 to Household Costs
Italy's August inflation climbs to 3.3% as energy prices spike 17% year-on-year. Families face €1,089 in added annual costs. What residents need to know.
Economy · National NewsItaly's Job Market Hits Record High as Economy Slows: What Workers Need to Know
Italy adds 307K jobs, reaching record 24.37M workers in Q2 2026, despite modest 0.2% quarterly GDP growth. Unemployment falls to 5.8% but inflation erodes real wages—what expats and residents should know.
Economy · National NewsItalian Pensioners Face Critical September 15 Deadline: 50K Risk Losing Benefits Over Missing Income Data
50K pensioners must file 2022 income data by Sept 15 or lose benefits permanently. INPS processing tax refunds for 4.5M, deductions for 500K.