Friuli Venezia Giulia in Focus: Mid-Week Key Developments
Welcome to your mid-week recap of English-language news from Italy and Friuli Venezia Giulia
Italy Showcases Polar Research During Minister’s Visit to Trieste
by MK
Italy's Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara visited the Laura Bassi, the country's only oceanographic icebreaker, on Wednesday, underscoring the government's support for scientific research, education...
Trieste Civil Protection Volunteers Report Busy First Half of 2026
by Nastassja Martin
Trieste's municipal Civil Protection volunteer group responded to wildfires, expanded emergency preparedness programs and strengthened public outreach during the first half of...
Fuel Discount in Italy Extended for Diesel, With Temporary Tax Cut
by InTrieste
The Italian government has introduced a temporary reduction in fuel taxes aimed exclusively at diesel, lowering prices by approximately 17 euro cents per...
Trieste Expands Surveillance Network and Public Wi-Fi Access
by Nastassja Martin
Interview: Serena Tonel, Deputy Mayor of Trieste and Councillor for Economic Policies; Caterina de Gavardo, Councilor for Citizen Security Policies; Sandra Savino,...
International Performing Arts Festival THREADS to Debut at Portopiccolo
by InTrieste
A new international performing arts festival, THREADS, will make its debut at Portopiccolo in Sistiana from July 31 to Aug. 2, bringing together musicians, performers...
Cirque du Soleil Returns as Friuli Venezia Giulia Bets on Major Events to Fuel...
by MK
Friuli Venezia Giulia is expanding its investment in international entertainment as it seeks to build on record tourism growth and strengthen its global...
Italy’s August Stay-at-Home Economy Gives Boost to Local Businesses
interviews by Nastassja Martin
August is traditionally Italy's month of exodus, when millions leave cities for beaches, mountains and family holidays. But in Friuli Venezia...
Trieste Wins Two National Urban Planning Awards
by Nastassja Martin
Interview: Michele Babuder, Trieste Councilor for Territorial Policies
Trieste has received two national honors at the 2026 Urbanistica Awards, organized by Italy's Urbanistica magazine and...
