United Kingdom a No-Go Area for Italians

Summer is upon us, which means that in normal years hoards of Italians head for the United Kingdom to do summer English courses.Some of the Italians who head for the UK will be twenty five plus, whereas many more are teenagers who are shipped off to perfidious Albion to brush up on their English … [Read more...]

Swine Flu in Italy – Update 4

Up to yesterday afternoon, 16th June, and including 5 new cases,  a total of 72 confirmed cases of swine flu have occurred in Italy.All of the most recent swine flu cases concern people returning from trips to the United States of America.Details, including the location of the victims, … [Read more...]

Swine Flu In Italy Update

The Italian health ministry is continuing to issue press releases to keep Italy up to date on the swine flu situation both in Italy, and around the world.  This post is based on a press release made today.Up to now, 4 cases of swine flu have been confirmed in Italy.  One in Massa, which I … [Read more...]

Swine Flu Situation in Italy

For Italians, Mexico is quite a popular holiday destination.  As a result of this popularity, the swine flu ('febbre suina' in Italian) outbreak which is sweeping Mexico at the moment, has garnered the attention of Italy's media.Health officials have already been on television stating that … [Read more...]