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1. A1 Italian News | Democrats Win Congress as 80% Fear High Costs

   5 november 2026 · 8 min

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   Learn Italian through today’s real news. Slow, clear Italian at A1, with a full transcript and English translation.
   In this episode: Democrats won major US elections after focusing on the high cost of living. They will control both chambers of Congress, but they may struggle to pass laws and deliver their. Also: The WHO approved clinical trials for two new vaccines designed for the Bundibugyo Ebola virus, which has killed more than 5,300 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
   Oggi: I Democratici vincono con il costo della vita · Due nuovi vaccini contro Ebola.
   Today’s Italian focus: non = not. Vocabulary: il vaccino (vaccine), il ceppo (strain), la cura (treatment).
   Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/italian-a1-2026-11-05 Lees meer

2. A1 Italian News | U.S. Strikes Iran After Missile Threatens Ships

   4 november 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode: The U.S. launches limited strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island after Iran fires at a U.S. aircraft and launches a missile threatening ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Also: Russian attacks in Ukraine kill at least 38 civilians, striking an aid centre, a hospice and a hospital; more than 50 people may remain under rubble.
   Oggi: Gli Stati Uniti colpiscono l'isola di Qeshm · Attacchi russi uccidono civili in Ucraina.
   Today’s Italian focus: può aumentare = can increase. Vocabulary: le macerie (the rubble), il tetto (the roof), le vittime (the victims).
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3. A1 Italian News | Oil Drops Sharply as Iran War Talks Continue

   3 november 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode: Oil prices fall sharply as investors hope for new talks between Iran and the United States, while risks remain. Also: China presents a plan to send astronauts to the Moon before 2030 using two separate rockets.
   Oggi: Il prezzo del petrolio scende molto · La Cina presenta il piano per la Luna.
   Today’s Italian focus: qual è = what is. Vocabulary: il razzo (rocket), la navicella (spacecraft), il veicolo (vehicle).
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4. A1 Italian News | Western Sahara Loses UN Peacekeepers After 35 Years

   2 november 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode: The UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years, raising fears of new fighting. Also: Binance says it has covered 90% of the losses after a $6.3 billion cryptocurrency hack.
   Oggi: Finisce la missione ONU nel Sahara Occidentale · Binance copre le perdite dopo l'attacco.
   Today’s Italian focus: ha bloccato = has blocked. Vocabulary: Il mandato (mandate), Il veto (veto), Il Consiglio (council).
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5. A1 Italian News | A Woman's Cabinet Reveals Everyday Life Before Pompeii's Destruction

   1 november 2026 · 8 min

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   Sunday special: two stories from the Italian-speaking world from the past week.
   In this episode: Archaeologists found a woman's cabinet in Pompeii, with everyday objects, work tools, coins, and protective amulets from before Mount Vesuvius erupted. Also: On Saturday, Visconti Castle in Locarno hosted a family Halloween event with potions, witches, frightening stories, and local history for children.
   Today’s Italian focus: c'è / ci sono = there is / there are. Vocabulary: strega (witch), prigione (prison), racconto (story).
   Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/italian-a1-2026-11-01 Lees meer

6. A1 Italian News | Six Ships Hit Sea Mines Near Iran

   31 oktober 2026 · 8 min

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   In this episode: Trump says the Iran war will end soon as Qatar mediates for a peace deal, while Iran reports commercial ships hitting sea mines near the Strait of Hormuz. Also: Canada and the EU announce the Alliance for the Future, open to like-minded countries, with closer cooperation on trade, travel, education, and support for Ukraine.
   Oggi: Trump dice: la guerra finirà presto · Canada e UE creano una nuova alleanza.
   Today’s Italian focus: volere + infinito = to want to + infinitive. Vocabulary: l'alleanza (alliance), il membro (member), il commercio (trade).
   Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/italian-a1-2026-10-31 Lees meer

7. A1 Italian News | US Economy Beats Forecasts as Inflation Reaches 3.6%

   30 oktober 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode: The US economy grows faster than expected, but inflation rises to 3.6%. Also: The US Justice Department subpoenas California election officials over voter-roll investigations.
   Oggi: L’economia americana cresce più del previsto · Indagine sulle liste elettorali in California.
   Today’s Italian focus: riguarda, to concern or be about = to concern or be about. Vocabulary: l'indagine (investigation), il giudice (judge), la testimonianza (testimony).
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8. A1 Italian News | Iran Gives Diplomacy Another Chance as War Continues

   29 oktober 2026 · 7 min

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   In this episode: Qatari mediators present Iran with a new proposal to end the war, while Iran continues reviewing proposals and gives diplomacy another chance. Also: Donald Trump wants to remove some methane rules for oil and gas companies, while the EPA plans less strict rules for some low-producing wells.
   Oggi: L'Iran dà ancora una possibilità alla diplomazia · Trump vuole eliminare regole sul metano.
   Today’s Italian focus: non ha dato = did not give. Vocabulary: il pozzo (well), la perdita (leak), la regola (rule).
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9. A1 Italian News | Federal Reserve Waits as Inflation Rises to 3.7%

   28 oktober 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode: The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady as US inflation reaches 3.7%, close to midterm elections. Also: Greenhouse gas levels reached new records in 2025, with carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide all rising.
   Oggi: La Federal Reserve aspetta sui tassi · I gas serra raggiungono nuovi record.
   Today’s Italian focus: potere + infinito = to be able to + infinitive. Vocabulary: l'atmosfera (the atmosphere), il calore (the heat), il livello (the level).
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10. A1 Italian News | Meta Seeks $95 Billion to Fund Its AI Expansion

    27 oktober 2026 · 8 min

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    In this episode: A federal appeals court dismisses the US government's request to set aside thousands of California ballots. Also: Meta plans to raise $95 billion through two stock offerings to fund its AI investments and data centers.
    Oggi: La corte respinge la richiesta sulle schede · Meta vuole raccogliere 95 miliardi.
    Today’s Italian focus: danno = they give. Vocabulary: l'azione (share of a company), il diritto (right), il controllo (control).
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