The Republic of San Marino has officially proclaimed a national day of mourning to honor the passing of Mariella Mularoni. The government has ordered flags to be flown at half-mast across the country as the nation pays its respects during the funeral proceedings for the former Captain Regent.
San Marino is preparing to host a Billie Jean King Cup tournament in June 2026. The event will feature international teams, including Ireland, competing in the prestigious women's tennis competition. This hosting opportunity highlights San Marino's growing role in international tennis, bringing athletes and fans to the microstate for high-stakes matches.
Following a non-qualification result in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, San Marino RTV has officially confirmed that planning for the 2027 edition is underway. The broadcaster is focused on refining its selection strategy to improve future performance in the international competition.
A charity dinner-concert featuring the Beatles tribute band The Menlove is set to take place in San Marino. The event aims to raise essential funds for the Parkinson's Association, bringing the community together for an evening of music and philanthropy to support those affected by the disease.
In response to an extreme heat warning issued by the National Weather Service, the City of San Marino has activated a cooling center to provide residents with a safe environment. Officials are urging the public to take precautions against heat-related illnesses as high temperatures persist throughout the region.
Professor Fabio Elefante has been unanimously elected as the new President of the Constitutional Court of San Marino. The appointment, which takes effect on March 14, 2026, marks a significant leadership transition for the highest judicial body in the Republic of San Marino, responsible for ensuring the constitutionality of laws and protecting fundamental rights.
Assen Christov of Starcom Holding has issued an open letter regarding a frozen 15 million euro investment in Banca di San Marino. The communication aims to clarify the status of the funds and address ongoing questions surrounding the financial situation involving the Bulgarian investor and the Sammarinese banking institution.
Poste San Marino has officially launched its 2026 philatelic program, introducing four new postal series. Highlights include a stamp dedicated to the San Marino Song Contest and another commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Europa stamp. The new issues will be available from March 3, 2026, celebrating themes of culture, music, art, and social issues.
San Marino RTV is set to reveal the 40 semi-finalists for the Dreaming San Marino Song Contest 2026 on February 16 and 17. These artists will advance from the initial 240 participants in the Stage & Live Academy, vying for a spot in the national final to represent San Marino at Eurovision 2026.
AC Libertas defeated SC Faetano 2-1 in a pivotal Campionato Sammarinese di Calcio match on February 15, 2026. The winning goal, scored in the 91st minute, significantly boosts Libertas's aspirations for a play-off spot in San Marino's top football league.
San Marino Calcio experienced a significant 0-4 loss against Unipomezia in a Serie D, Group F match on February 15, 2026. The defeat, which took place at Stadio Calbi, places the Sammarinese club at serious risk of relegation from the Italian fourth tier.
The 'Cecilia, volgi un sguardo' concert, part of the 27th Autumn Music Festival in San Marino, scheduled for November 22, 2025, at the Chiesa di San Francesco, has been postponed due to snow. Featuring the ensemble Aurata Fonte, the event promised a journey through 17th and 18th-century European music. A new date is expected to be announced.
The Italian drama 'Per te,' directed by Alessandro Aronadio and inspired by a true story of a boy caring for his father with early-onset Alzheimer's, recently held its premiere at Cinema Concordia in San Marino. The film, starring Edoardo Leo, Teresa Saponangelo, and Javier Francesco Leoni, delves into the profound strength of familial love.
San Marino is set to host 'Il profumo dei ricordi,' an olfactory exhibition by acclaimed artist Filippo Sorcinelli. The exhibition, exploring the intersection of scent, memory, and art, will coincide with an international scientific conference on olfaction and neurodegenerative diseases at the Teatro Titano on November 21 and 22, 2025.
San Marino is notably absent from the COP30 climate change negotiations in Belém, Brazil, making it one of only four nations not participating. The microstate, despite its small size, has previously committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adopting renewable energy strategies.
A United Nations report, released on November 10, 2025, places the microstate of San Marino as having the second-highest life expectancy worldwide, with an average of 85.8 years. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of its universal healthcare system and high standard of living.
COMITES San Marino recently met with Italia Viva on October 17, 2025, to address critical issues affecting cross-border pensioners, including unjust double taxation and the application of European directives. The discussion highlighted the need for greater protection and recognition of rights for Italian citizens residing and working between San Marino and Italy.
San Marino convened the 'World Amateur Sports Forum – Small Nations, Big Impact' on October 16, 2025. The event, held at the Welcome Hotel in Dogana, focused on the sustainability, social value, and community development potential of amateur sports, particularly for smaller nations, and was an opener to the 47th CSIT Congress.
San Marino is currently experiencing significant public debate and protests concerning the proposed IGR (General Income Tax) Reform. Trade unions, including CSdL, CDLS, and USL, have organized general strikes, drawing thousands to the streets to demand fiscal justice and equitable treatment for workers. Industry associations also call for revisions to the reform.
San Marino RTV has officially announced that 12-year-old Martina Crv, also known as Martina Cervellin, will represent the nation at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Tbilisi, Georgia. She will perform the song 'Beyond the Stars', co-written and produced by Eliza G, Karin Amadori, Valerio Carboni, and SaintPaul. The contest is set for December 13.
