Why Is Hikikomori Affecting So Many Young Italians?
Originally identified in Japan, hikikomori refers to a state of severe self-isolation. We explore why it’s affecting so many Italians.
Kim Kardashian, COVID, War… What’s The Point Anymore?
Even living in your own bubble isn’t a guarantee to keep you free from thinking about political and social issues.
Presidential Election Or Political Telenovela?
What Sergio Mattarella’s reluctant re-election and Italy’s complex electoral system mean for the future.
Can Italy Lead On Vaccine Donation?
Italy delivers one vaccine donation for every three it administers. Yet a recent Oxfam report suggests that it may not be doing enough.
Why Italy’s Next President Must Be A Woman
There is a solution to the current political conundrum: not to elect a member of a political party altogether and choose Italy’s first female President.
The Space Economy: Is Italy Ready To Play Its Part?
Technological innovation is a crucial factor behind Italy’s space economy. But sluggish administration may yet hold the space program back.
The Red Thread Linking Euthanasia, Cannabis And Youth Participation
Even with a lot of signatures, the Constitutional Court decided that the cannabis and euthanasia initiatives did not meet constitutional standards for a ballot. This might lure the youth further away from politics.
Generation 56k And The Italian Millennial Experience
The Italian entertainment landscape is increasingly turning to the millennial experience for inspiration. Generation 56k is a great example.
The Italian Presidential Election Or, Everything Old Is … Still Old
A Special Edition of our exclusive Patreon column, the Tiny News Roundup.
Draghi’s Path To The Italian Presidency
Mario Draghi is the obvious candidate to be Italy’s next president, but first he must deal with the inevitable tangles of Italian politics.