The most breathtaking views on the Amalfi Coast (and where to stay to enjoy them)
Where exactly can you find the best views on the Amalfi Coast? We've put together a guide to 7 must-see viewpoints to add to your bucket list. For each location, you’ll get practical tips on the best photo spots, ideal times to visit, and advice on where to stay nearby. Spoiler alert: you’ll love the place to sleep in Positano. The Amalfi Coast st...
Italy leads Europe in corporate AI training investment
Italy leads Europe in corporate investment in AI training – that’s the clear takeaway from the latest research. Out of nearly 5,000 professionals surveyed across nine European countries, 539 were from Italy – and Italians stood out for their proactive approach to AI learning. A remarkable 64 % of Italian respondents are actively investing in AI ski...
Smart working to bring Molise back to life
Molise has been losing people steadily – more than 30,000 residents have left over the last 25 years. The region that once counted 320,000 inhabitants now has fewer than 290,000. Out of 136 municipalities, nearly half have under 6,000 residents, and only three – Campobasso, Termoli, and Isernia – manage to exceed 20,000. The numbers show a region b...
Italy crowned world champions in women’s volleyball
Twenty-three years after the Berlin triumph in 2002, Italy has reclaimed the world championship with a performance that blended grit, heart, and unrelenting spirit. This squad’s journey was nothing short of extraordinary – from enduring painful setbacks in Bangkok to rising with towering determination in Paris, they’ve made history. Led by the guid...
Italian banks show strength, profitability – and new challenges ahead
Italian banks have entered 2025 with unexpected strength – proving that resilience and profitability can coexist even during uncertain economic times. After years of restructuring and tighter supervision, the country’s lenders are now among the most solid and profitable in Europe. Strong capital buffers, high interest margins, and steady fee income...
Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati: young, Italian - and saints
Two exceptionally young individuals, Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, who devoted their short lives to Christ’s love and charity, have already inspired millions of young people worldwide. Tomorrow, in St. Peter’s Square, these two blessed souls will be officially declared saints by Pope Leo XIV. But what exactly does “saint” mean in the Cath...
U.S. Soldiers and Italian volunteers unite for Monte Berico cleanup ahead of annual pilgrimage
U.S. Soldiers from the Vicenza Military Community joined local Italian organizations on Aug. 30 for a community cleanup of the arcades and walkways leading to the Santuario della Madonna di Monte Berico, one of Vicenza’s most revered landmarks. The event marked the seventh consecutive year of this collaborative effort. Nearly 40 volunteers, includi...
65th anniversary of the frecce tricolori: a weekend of celebration
The Italian Air Force is marking the 65th anniversary of its famed aerobatic team, the Frecce Tricolori, with a festive weekend of events. Set to take place at the historic Rivolto airbase in Friuli Venezia Giulia, the celebrations unfold on September 6 and 7, drawing aviation lovers, participants, and the curious alike. The weekend’s agenda promis...
Uncorking Sardinia: a journey into the island’s remarkable cork industry
If there’s a sound ripe with promise, I’d have to say it’s that satisfying “pop” when a hibernating wine cork begrudgingly enters the world grasped in the spiral of a corkscrew. It never fails to make me smile! A perfunctory sniff before uncoiling from its captor, and the faithful guardian of the vintage is tossed aside with nary a thought. Have y...
Discover the World’s Oldest Surviving Cookbook, De Re Coquinaria, from Ancient Rome
Western scholarship has had “a bias against studying sensual experience,” writes Reina Gattuso at Atlas Obscura, “the relic of an Enlightenment-era hierarchy that considered taste, touch, and flavor taboo topics for sober academic inquiry.” This does not mean, however, that cooking has been ignored by historians. Many a scholar has taken European c...
5 ways to explore Italy's great outdoors
Although its citizens are famously proponents of la dolce vita, a good life needn’t mean an idle one — Italy offers ample opportunities for adrenaline-seekers, whether it’s the entire reason for your trip, or the interval to a more leisurely itinerary. Inspiring natural backdrops and knowledgeable local operators abound, and there are options for e...
The Most Beautiful Castles in Valle d’Aosta, Italy
Valle d’Aosta, located in the northwest of Italy, is a region known for its beautiful alpine landscape and its rich history. One of the most notable features of the region is its castles, which dot the landscape and offer a glimpse into the region’s past. The castles of Valle d’Aosta are an important part of the region’s heritage and offer visitors...