Brothers of Italy (Italian Political Party)

Former Uffizi Director Eike Schmidt Toys With Running for Mayor of Florence

The museum’s former director, Eike Schmidt, is toying — somewhat mischievously — with entering the race to become Florence’s mayor.

Italy’s Giorgia Meloni Visits Tolkien Exhibition in Rome

Italy’s Culture Ministry has opened a curious show dedicated to the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien — and perhaps a new front in the culture wars. It’s “beautiful.” Just ask the prime minister.

Italy Misses a #MeToo Moment in Prime Minister Meloni’s Breakup

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dumped her partner after leaks about come-ons to colleagues. But workplace harassment is still being taken for granted.

Italy’s Giorgia Meloni Broke Up With Her Boyfriend, and It Matters

Giorgia Meloni’s breakup offers a window onto the nature of power in Italy today.

Once Wary, Biden to Host Italy’s Meloni at the White House

President Biden had feared the electoral victory of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s far-right party last fall would spell trouble. But she has proved to be a strong ally in the American-led effort to support Ukraine.