Slow down and find yourself: 9 Italian retreats to silence the noise and reset your rhythm Sometimes the most restorative holiday isn’t about ticking destinations off a list — it’s about stepping out of the constant hum of daily life and letting the world slow you down. From cliffside walks in Sardinia to quiet needlework …
Friday 30 October is shaping up to be a major day of disruption. A national general strike has been called, bringing together students, truckers, farmers and other groups protesting the rising cost of living, wage stagnation and public policy choices. If you live in Italy or plan to travel there that week, preparation is key: …
Hilary Swank has surprised fans worldwide with a deeply emotional and cleverly staged pregnancy announcement: at 52, the Oscar‑winning actress is expecting her third child this December. The news arrives three years after the birth of her twins, Aya and Ohm, and has reignited conversations about later‑life motherhood, fertility choices and the ways public figures …
Monumenti Aperti 2026: Italy’s nationwide festival to rediscover hidden heritage Autumn brings a wonderful cultural invitation for travellers and culture lovers: Monumenti Aperti 2026 returns, offering an extraordinary opportunity to discover Italy’s lesser‑known treasures. From 19 September, twenty regions, eighty‑five towns and around eight hundred monuments will open their doors, many normally closed to the …
Venice’s Museo Correr unveils major makeover: over 1,000 m² returned to the public and reopening set for Autumn 2027 Big news for culture lovers and travellers: Museo Correr in Venice is undergoing a significant transformation designed to make it more of a true “museum of the city.” The first phase of this ambitious renovation will …
Italy’s reading habits this first half of 2026 tell a clear story: women writers are leading the bestseller charts, and their books are exactly the kind of escapes readers want for summer. The rankings compiled by Niq BookDat and highlighted in the cultural supplement show an impressive dominance of Italian female authors across genres—from sweeping …
Temptation Island 2026 kicks off tonight: everything you need to know about the seven couples and 26 singles The countdown is over. Tonight, the much‑anticipated summer reality show Temptation Island returns, promising three weeks of high drama, emotional confrontations and plenty of heartbreak. The new edition launches at 21:20 from the Calalandrusa Beach Resort in …
Summer music season is upon us and TIM Battiti Live 2026 is set to bring the party back to Italian TV this year — with recordings happening in the picturesque seaside town of Trani and a stacked lineup that’s sure to satisfy every musical taste. If you’re planning a summer getaway or simply love discovering …
Francesca Bodie steps in as Venezia president — here’s what this means for fashion‑minded football fans The appointment of Francesca Bodie as president of Venezia FC is a headline that resonates far beyond the pitch. It’s not just the historic fact that she’s the first woman to hold this role in the club’s long history …
May Day weekend box office bliss — the long weekend has delivered a welcome boost to Italian cinemas, and one title is leading the charge: Prada 2 has stormed into the public’s affections and pushed the holiday takings to a record €17.57 million. For readers who adore films, fashion and feel‑good cultural moments, this is …
