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Earlier this month, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo was granted Italian citizenship and was primed to participate in EuroBasket later this summer after being listed on the preliminary roster. This came after DiVincenzo was trying to earn Italian citizenship for years. However, recently it was announced that DiVincenzo won’t be playing...

Italy has a boundless artistic and cultural heritage, its works bear witness to centuries of creativity. Sculpture is the most intriguing of all artistic applications, transforming matter, giving it a shape, giving it a story, making it alive is one of the most evocative artistic acts, delivers the artist's genius to the observer. The art of sculpt...

Officially held on Aug. 15, the Feast of the Assumption celebrates the Blessed Mother’s passage into heaven. A public holiday in Italy, the occasion is marked across the country by masses, processions, and festivals involving food and entertainment. Here in the Chicago area, that tradition has been kept alive for the last 25 years by the American I...

Luca Urlando might swims for Team USA, but his heart beats with an Italian rhythm. The 22-year-old swimmer recently made waves on the world stage, claiming the gold medal in the 200-meter butterfly at the World Aquatics Championships. His victory wasn’t just a triumph for the United States—it also carried the legacy of his Italian heritage. Born an...

Google has taken a major step toward supporting the global transition to clean energy by partnering with Italian startup Energy Dome, a company known for its innovative long-duration energy storage technology that uses carbon dioxide. This collaboration aims to advance the deployment of sustainable energy systems and tackle one of the biggest chall...

The sights, sounds and aromas of Italy will fill the air Saturday, Aug. 9, as Italian Fest transforms downtown Iron Mountain (MI) into a vibrant celebration of the culture. The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority will host its 18th-annual event, sponsored by LiUNA Local 1329, from noon to 11 p.m. in Iron Mountain’s downtown parking lot at...

UNICO National, the largest Italian American service organization in the United States, is bringing the spirit of Eccellenza Italiana to Fort Lauderdale this week as it kicks off its 102nd Annual Convention-a vibrant celebration of culture, service, and leadership. The highly anticipated highlight: the Italian American Awards Gala this Saturday, Au...

In a landmark decision, Italy’s Council of Ministers approved a constitutional reform that will grant Roma Capitale both legislative authority and financial autonomy, redefining the role of the capital within the Italian Republic. Central to the reform is a revision of Article 114 of the Constitution, expressly naming “Roma Capitale” alongside regi...

Membership at the Italian Center in Stamford (CT) rose so much recently that, for the first time in 15 years, the club will implement a membership waiting list starting Aug. 1. Italian Center Executive Director Jonathan Hoch, Sr. confirmed the use of a waiting list in a phone call July 11. He said the center has about 50% more members now than when...

  La Prof.ssa Katia Passerini inizia il suo mandato come 27ª Presidente della Gonzaga University a Spokane, nello stato di Washington Una replica del Volto Santo di Manoppello (Abruzzo) trova una dimora permanente in Pennsylvania La Little Italy di Omaha è finalmente riconosciuta ufficialmente dall'amministrazione della città del Nebraska Il Phoeni...

Alfa Romeo, the iconic Italian car manufacturer known for its unique blend of performance, style, and heritage, has gradually carved out a loyal following in the United States. While it might not enjoy the same widespread recognition as some domestic or Japanese brands, its reputation among automotive enthusiasts continues to grow. The increasing n...

Glitzy Como, sporty Garda, refined Maggiore – these are the A-listers of the Italian lakes. Little Lago d'Iseo hardly gets a mention by comparison. The pages of the brochures are distinctly empty of its name. Therein lies the charm, the reason why this hidden S-bend of water in the Lombard Alps is surely among the best lakes in the country. Snaking...