First US pope Pope Leo XIV expresses love for American principles of freedom and opportunity, but says he 'just happens to be American', in implicit critique of Trump's policies.
Waiting times for British holidaymakers at passport control have tripled due to the EU’s new Entry Exit System (EES), with queues at some airports rising from seven to 20 minutes.
A Roman driver was fined €29.40 after council workers repainted white parking lines to blue around his legally parked car, sparking viral outrage.
Italian driver Stefano Angeloni was fined after Rome council workers repainted parking lines around his car from white to blue, sparking viral outrage.
The head of Aeroporti di Roma has called for the EU's new entry/exit system to be switched off indefinitely, blaming a 'design flaw' for doubling border processing times and causing chaos at major airports.
A 15-year-old British girl missed six weeks of school after being stranded in Rome due to new rules requiring dual nationals to hold a British passport to return to the UK.
Italian prosecutors investigate Valter Lavitola for allegedly masterminding a bomb attack at the home of investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci, for which four people have been arrested.
The far-right Society of St Pius X plans to ordain four bishops on July 1, defying the Vatican and risking excommunication, escalating tensions between Pope Leo and traditionalist Catholics globally.
ITV's The Chase Around the World launched with viewers sharing the same complaint about Bradley Walsh's new game show spin-off, blending The Chase with Race Across The World.
The Chase Around the World premiered on ITV, with Bradley Walsh hosting a global quiz. Viewers were divided, praising its nail-biting fun but criticizing its slow pace and similarity to other shows.
Fearne Cotton was shouted at by a Vatican guard for taking a photo in the Sistine Chapel, despite missing the no-photography announcement. She admitted feeling riled by the incident.
Fearne Cotton was shouted at by a Vatican security guard after she broke strict no-photography rules in the Sistine Chapel, admitting she wanted to tell the guard to 'f*** off'.
Fearne Cotton was shouted at by a Vatican guard for taking photos in the Sistine Chapel, a strict violation of rules protecting the artwork. She admitted wanting to tell the guard to 'f*** off' but refrained.
Anne Hegerty reveals a fan almost ruined a scene while filming The Chase Around The World in Rome, as the new spin-off series premieres July 16 on ITV.
David Willey, BBC Vatican correspondent for over 50 years, dies aged 93 from heart failure. Colleagues pay tribute to his expertise covering five popes.
Maria Grazia Chiuri's first Fendi haute couture show in Rome challenges Italy's view of fashion as art, featuring kimono-inspired silhouettes and upcycled fur, with two accompanying exhibitions.
Newlyweds Dua Lipa and Callum Turner post Instagram photos from their Italian honeymoon, featuring Rome's Colosseum, beach days, and pasta.
Italian actress Giorgia Moll, known for roles in The Quiet American and Contempt, died June 2 in Rome at age 88. Her family announced the news, as per The Hollywood Reporter.
Roberto Vannacci's National Future party is gaining ground in polls, threatening Giorgia Meloni's coalition and signaling a broader radicalization of Europe's far right.
Guy Verhofstadt, a prominent pro-European and Brexit critic, accused the EU of lacking leadership and appeasing Iran's regime, calling for a reset in policy.
FIGC president Giovanni Malago confirms talks with Pep Guardiola to become Italy manager, but his £20m salary requires financial exceptions.
Italy's PM Meloni pledges to continue electoral reform after a secret ballot defeat by one vote, sparking opposition calls for snap elections. Up to 25 coalition MPs broke ranks.
Rome airports CEO warns the EU's new biometric entry-exit system could cause summer travel chaos, urging suspension for non-EU passengers to avoid delays.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni angrily denies Donald Trump's claim that she 'begged' for a photo at the G7 summit, calling the statements 'completely fabricated' and asserting Italy's dignity.
The Wallabies scored nine tries to rout Italy 59-7 in Joe Schmidt's final Test as coach. Josh Canham led the charge, while Schmidt's tenure leaves a legacy of improved depth and young talent.
Italy's Health Ministry has placed all 27 major cities under a red alert as the fourth heatwave of summer intensifies, with temperatures nearing 40C.
Italy places all 27 major cities under red heat alert for first time this year as fourth heatwave intensifies, with temperatures near 40C and health warnings issued.
San Lorenzo is a working-class area of Rome, little frequented by tourists but full of cultural riches, street art, cheap eateries, and a strong leftwing identity shaped by resistance and students.
Rome airport's chief aviation officer warns that the EU's EES system has tripled wait times for Brits, from 7 to 20 minutes, with some facing hours-long queues due to system bugs.
Rome's Fiumicino and Ciampino airports are reportedly considering waiving the EU's new biometric border rules to prevent travel chaos during peak summer months.