We The Italians

‘Conclave’ Director Edward Berger, Stars Isabella Rossellini and Sergio Castellitto t...

“Conclave” director Edward Berger and the Oscar-nominated film’s Italian stars Isabella Rossellini and Sergio Castellitto will be celebrated by the Los Angeles-Italia Film Fashion and Art Festival, which will run Feb 23 to March 1 at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theater. Berger, whose Vatican thriller just scored four BAFTA wins, will be feted with a best director of 2025 prize by the annual pre-Oscars...

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Launch of the second edition of the "The perfect pitch" initiative in collaboration w...

The Italian Consul in Detroit, Paola Allegra Baistrocchi, participated on February 20 in the launch talk show for the second edition of ROCK, RetImpresa’s contest dedicated to Open Innovation and collaboration in Italian supply chains. Moderated by Rai journalist Mattia Iovane and available on YouTube, the talk show provided an important opportunity for experts, companies, and stakeholders to disc...

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Microsoft announces new quantum chip named after Italian physicist Ettore Majorana

Microsoft has unveiled its new quantum chip, Majorana 1, a groundbreaking processor that leverages topological superconductors and qubits to push quantum computing toward practical, real-world applications. Named in honor of the Italian theoretical physicist Ettore Majorana, who first proposed the existence of these exotic particles in 1937, the chip represents a major milestone in quantum researc...

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Italian American Podcast Ep. 358 Vittorio Di Carlo From the Opera Stage to the Italia...

What if every Italian American carried a hidden musical talent just waiting to be discovered? Join us as we entertain this notion with our special guest, Vittorio Di Carlo, dubbed the Graceful Tenor, who brings his charm and a dash of operatic brilliance to the conversation. Together, we humorously ponder our genetic proximity to the legendary Caruso, share tales of family karaoke escapades, and e...

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Invitation to Apply: Loyola Rubino Italian American Studies Endowed Professorship

The College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates, discipline open, for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level for the Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship of Italian American Studies beginning Fall 2025. We seek candidates with strong research and teaching profiles in Italian American Studies who can contribute to the College’s unde...

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The incredible Italian seaside village that's better than Positano - with no tourists

For years, the Amalfi Coast has been a magnet for travellers seeking breathtaking views, vibrant culture, and picturesque villages clinging to dramatic cliffs. While places like Positano and Amalfi continue to draw in throngs of tourists, those looking for a quieter, more authentic experience might find their answer in Castellabate, a hidden gem that remains blissfully under the radar. Located app...

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Leaders in the making: A conversation about Finding Your Voice and Owning Your Story

Wednesday, March 12. 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PDT. 1630 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133. March is Women's History Month and BAIA is excited to celebrate with a spotlight on Italian female professionals in the Bay Area. The fifth edition of this event is dedicated to the crucial elements of finding your voice and owning your story as foundational steps in your leadership development. Join us for an...

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"My Time in Italy is 95% Less Stressful"

Working as an attorney in south Florida with a hellish two-hour commute, Alma Benedetti was ready to leave America and head to Italy for a kinder, gentler lifestyle. "I've always been fascinated by my Italian roots because of my nonna (grandmother), who was the lo...

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La Pecora Nera, an Italian deli with two metro Detroit locations, to open in Birmingh...

An Italian deli noted for its signature sandwiches is opening a third location in early March. La Pecora Nera, which already operates in Detroit and Farmington, is heading to downtown Birmingham. On the La Pecora Nera menu will be its traditional Italian sandwiches and other sandwiches, plus salads, gelato, and coffee. La Pecora Nera translates to “the black sheep" in Italian. Its website describe...

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Italian Michelangelo Pistoletto nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize

Michelangelo Pistoletto, the celebrated Italian artist, has been officially nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize by the Gorbachev Foundation, with the Norwegian Nobel Committee accepting the nomination. This prestigious acknowledgment is a recognition of Pistoletto's enduring commitment to peace and social justice, themes that have been central to his art throughout his career. Known f...

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New England

Mancini’s Italian microdeli opens Wednesday in Lewiston (ME)

A one-of-a-kind eatery is opening Wednesday at 5 Park St., just yards from the intersection with Main Street around the corner from Blue Jay Coffee. Entrepreneur and chef Evan Mancini is opening what he calls an Italian microdeli, a strictly carryout... Read More

New York

Italian American Podcast Ep. 358 Vittorio Di Carlo From the Opera Stage to the Italian Table

What if every Italian American carried a hidden musical talent just waiting to be discovered? Join us as we entertain this notion with our special guest, Vittorio Di Carlo, dubbed the Graceful Tenor, who brings his charm and a dash of operatic brilli... Read More

East

Italian American One Voice Coalition Slams Candidate Romi Herrera for Mob-Inspired Stereotypes

The Italian American One Voice Coalition is calling out New Jersey Assembly candidate Romi Herrera for using offensive Mafia-related stereotypes in his latest campaign statement. Herrera maligns certain individuals as those “…who follow the lead of o... Read More

South East

Triple Crown of Italian Design: 1000 Miglia Stops in Bayfront Naples

For over two decades, Bayfront Naples has been the heartbeat of downtown Naples, offering everything from exceptional dining to cutting-edge design. Known for hosting legendary events, Bayfront Naples is now preparing for one of its most unique exper... Read More

Great Lakes

La Pecora Nera, an Italian deli with two metro Detroit locations, to open in Birmingham (MI)

An Italian deli noted for its signature sandwiches is opening a third location in early March. La Pecora Nera, which already operates in Detroit and Farmington, is heading to downtown Birmingham. On the La Pecora Nera menu will be its traditional Ita... Read More

Midwest

Da Vinci exhibit invents excitement for Pueblo

The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America hosted a live talk and Q&A event at the Pueblo City-County Library District Rawlings (Main) Branch recently. The event was free to the public and took place Feb. 6. The stage featured three speakers, with... Read More

South

Traveling Passport Officer. DALLAS (TX) – March 4-5, 2025

As part of the initiatives aimed at ensuring an increasingly effective service to the resident community, on March 4 and 5, 2025, the Consulate General of Italy in Houston will organize two days entirely dedicated to receiving the public for the coll... Read More

West

Tara Cannistraci at Mic Drop Mania in Chandler, AZ

Thursday 02/27/2025 7:00 PM, Door Time: 6:00 PM. Mic Drop Mania, 51 E. Boston St., Chandler AZ 85225. Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara's talents have... Read More

California

Leaders in the making: A conversation about Finding Your Voice and Owning Your Story

Wednesday, March 12. 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM PDT. 1630 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94133. March is Women's History Month and BAIA is excited to celebrate with a spotlight on Italian female professionals in the Bay Area. The fifth edition of this event i... Read More

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