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August 2018

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Educational grants

Sun Jul 29, 2018 1:25 pm by Stratocaster

I am curious if Italians receive grants if they go to study for a degree at university. What is the Italian system like regarding this?

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Driving through France with Satnav

Thu Aug 09, 2018 2:06 pm by alan h

Just a reminder - France recently changed their 90km/hr speed limit on many roads to 80km/hr.

Most satnavs still show those roads as 55mph rather than 50mph.

Be careful - big fines await

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Unputdownable book

Tue Jul 03, 2018 7:00 am by la alma

It’s such a long time since I’ve posted anything and I’m truly ashamed but this I have to share with everyone. While in Italy recently I read one of the most fascinating books I have ever had …

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Endodontist Recommendation Needed

Tue May 29, 2018 7:12 pm by Lisa C.

[ltr]I am visiting the States and just found out that I need a root canal when I return to Italy in a few weeks. We are currently living in southern Marche but I am willing to travel if need be. I would …

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Access to SKY channels in Sicily

Sun Apr 29, 2018 5:12 pm by Woody1

Hi - for about 8 years we have had an apartment in Sicily and always enjoy visiting. In the past we had a contract with Sky Italia but terminated it (with some difficulty!) when it became too …

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cheap ferry crossing

Sun Apr 29, 2018 8:46 am by Sagraiasolar

I just had to share this news with all you continental roamers. I recently booked a Newhaven - Dieppe ferry with DFDS... and because I did it on the phone I was told that old chaps like me can have …

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After effects of the earthquakes in central Italy.

Sun Jan 15, 2017 7:02 am by Angela Fuller

We were lucky, so far that our house has has little damage and is still habitable. But were wondering if the earthquakes have caused a downturn in house prices and holiday bookings.
I am sure it …

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Death knell.

Tue Mar 06, 2018 8:49 am by Flip

So after the biggest event and probably the most important one that will shape Italy's future, the General Elections, not one comment on this Forum about the likely impact on residents lives and the …

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Political parties - the election

Sun Feb 18, 2018 12:13 pm by Stratocaster

This week I received details of the election. I have never voted in the Italian elections and I would like to know what each party is proposing to do.

I don’t read italian very well so if anyone …

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