Rai unveils 2026 summer schedule and appoints Manuela Moreno to host La Vita in Diretta

The Italian public broadcaster Rai announced its 2026 summer programming for Rai 1 and Rai 2, featuring a mix of returning shows and new formats. Game show Reazione a Catena returns with host Pino Insegno to celebrate its 20th anniversary, while new travel series Italia A/R will be led by cyclist‑presenter Vittorio Brumotti, showcasing coastal towns from Puglia to Sicily. Seasonal editions of Linea Verde, Linea Blu – Porti d’Italia and the new Linea Med will explore regional culture, maritime heritage and Mediterranean opportunities. Information programmes such as Unomattina and Vita in Diretta will continue to anchor the schedule.

In the daytime slot, veteran TG2 journalist Manuela Moreno has been named the summer host of La Vita in Diretta, succeeding Alberto Matano. Moreno will guide the programme’s mix of news, current‑affairs and lifestyle features throughout the hot months.