The Latest Breaking News from Italy

Temperatures remain high as hailstorms hit northern Italy, with fourth heatwave forecast to hit southern Europe next week

As parts of Europe keep battling severe heat, we take a look at the causes and what to expect in the days ahead.

Temperatures around the world are soaring. Both California’s Death Valley and China’s Xinjiang region have seen temperatures climb above the 50℃ mark. A blistering heatwave is also sweeping across the Mediterranean, causing temperatures in parts of Italy, Spain, France and Greece to exceed 40℃.

On 15 June, the overcrowded fishing trawler Adriana sank on its illicit journey from Libya to Italy, drowning hundreds of men, women and children. In response, states have expressed shock and sadness, and have moved to prosecute smugglers associated with the journey.

A rights defender says a prominent Egyptian rights activist with ties to Italy has been released from jail

England will go into the World Cup as one of the tournament favourites after winning the Euros

A deadly heatwave is sweeping Europe, with ground temperatures in Spain hitting more than 60C

In today’s newsletter: How countries have responded to record-breaking temperatures – and what it will take to change minds and policy

The 2023 World Cup kicks off this weekend with England one of the favourites after summer success at the Euros

Prosecutors in Turin have reportedly opened an investigation after the lead singer of rock band Placebo insulted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia…

Families in Milan, Rome and Padua have received letters notifying them of the changes