Below, we dig into the true story of the Monster of Florence. The Monster of Florence is a name coined by Mario Spezi, a former crime reporter for Italy's La Nazione, for a serial killer that terrorized the countryside outside Florence, Italy, between 1968 and 1985.

Italy plans to increase by 50% a levy on foreign income for wealthy new residents who’ve flocked to the country to take advantage of the tax break.

Both governments are currently holding high-level consultations to finalise the visit, likely between 18 and 20 December, which is being viewed as a major step towards elevating bilateral ties

Kai Cenat, known best for being a Twitch streamer, seems to be reaping the benefits of his 30-day “Mafiathon 3” on the livestreaming platform. For the entire duration of September 2025, Cenat livestreamed for 30 days straight as famous celebrities made appearances.

Tourism has turned some Italian streets into monochromatic eating zones. Some officials have banned the opening of new restaurants.

Citing a need to prepare for next season, Jannik Sinner decided not to play for Italy in the Davis Cup Final 8, leading to some backlash in his home country.

Italy's top court has rejected the extradition of a Ukrainian man to Germany. The man is suspected of causing explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines between Russia and Germany in 2022.

"Hustle & Flow" and "Hoop Street" will screen during "Memphis Day" at the Porretta Film Festival in Porretta Terme, Italy.

Jannik Sinner has responded after he was accused of “slapping Italian sport in the face” when he decided not to represent his country at the upcoming Davis Cup Finals. The world No. 2 led Italy to win two successive trophies at the World Cup of men's tennis in 2023 and 2024, but he will not return to help the team defend their title next month.

Sinner won two Grand Slam titles this year — the Australian Open and Wimbledon — but also served a three-month doping ban.

In a country long marked by instability, Meloni's steady leadership has won her plaudits in the markets, but analysts say she has cemented her position by embracing the status quo rather than tackling the hard-hitting reforms that Italy badly needs.