History is alive and thriving in two Lombardy centres, writes Leanne Rinne.

Were they murdered or did they drown seeking a better life?

Retired professional had captained young Belgians and played in Italy, Belgium and Austria

The "outrageous" descent comes nearly 47 years after climbers first ascended the face.

Mike van Niekerk takes in the art, architecture and cocktails of Milan.

Be wary about what you order for dinner, writes James Cann.

Described as 'little Naples', the rents here are ridiculously cheap.

More rose wines than ever awarded medals this year as quality lifts.

NZSO's Travels in Italy concert reminds James Judd of performances in Villa Rufolo.

New Zealand's 10 medals at the Invictus Games has already surpassed our previous record.

One of British model Chloe Ayling's alleged kidnappers claims it was a 'publicity stunt'.

A Eurofighter Typhoon has crashed into the sea during an airshow display in Italy.

From art to pizza, Italy has a lot to offer, writes Stephanie Holmes

A British millionaire missing for 6 months has been found living on the streets of Milan.

Dionne Christian checks into a residential Italian palace.

Owners deflect blame over controversial toilet sign.

The blind tenor said he "feels great" and is recovering back at home.

Boy and his parents died after he fell into a crater and parents tried to pull him out.

Capture the essence of your Roman holiday by selecting your snapping spots carefully.

An alleged mafia boss has been captured in South America after 23 years on the run.

Rocco Morabito is considered one of Italy's five most dangerous fugitives.

For years, some of Italy's most beautiful gardens were locked away from public view.

A US couple has found an engagement ring that they lost in Italy nine years ago.

Seven-month-old and his two older brothers are pulled from a collapsed building in Italy.

British model claims she was lured, drugged and kidnapped, but can this saga be real?

Spain could surpass Greece this year as a gateway for migrants entering Europe by sea.

Italian police looking into possibility that pair collaborated after latest revelations.

British model has described how she was drugged, handcuffed, gagged and put in a bag.

Model, 20, was kidnapped after being lured to fake photoshoot at abandoned shop in Milan.

A NZ athlete is poised to become the first Kiwi woman to finish the longest foot race.