Miles Mastrobuoni’s Italian Dream: Will He Suit Up for Team Italy in 2026 WBC?
Born in California, Mastrobuoni’s potential inclusion in Team Italy reflects the World Baseball Classic’s relaxed eligibility rules, designed to foster global growth of the sport. At 29, Mastrobuoni has carved out a niche in Major League Baseball, contributing to teams like the Tampa Bay Rays, Chicago Cubs, and now the Mariners. This season, he’s h...
Cohesion as a driver of competitiveness and sustainable growth in Italy
The report “Coesione è Competizione” (Cohesion Is Competitiveness) has been released, offering an in-depth look at the key drivers of Italy’s economic competitiveness. It places particular focus on aspects often overlooked by traditional economic indicators, highlighting the vital role of collaboration in business success. Cohesion strengthens a co...
Scientists believe secret to living past 100 may lie in a small Italian village
A team of researchers has turned its attention to a small Italian town that boasts a remarkable concentration of healthy centenarians—people who live past age 100. The community, located in Acciaroli (in the Cilento area in the Campania region), is home to roughly 300 residents who’ve reached this milestone, with nearly 20 percent living to 110—des...
Fall rail journeys from Rome: new scenic routes through Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont
This coming fall, FS Treni Turistici Italiani—the division of Italy’s State Railways focused on leisure travel—will launch a series of new rail journeys departing from Rome and heading toward Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont. These routes are crafted for travelers looking to enjoy a slower pace, eco-conscious travel, and a cozy ride aboard fully updat...
What Most Nutella Fans Don't Know About Its Lesser-Known Italian Ancestor
At this point, is Nutella a spread or a lifestyle? For more than 60 years, the chocolate-hazelnut delicacy has elevated the taste of toast, croissants, and milkshakes worldwide. It's even been used to give savory snacks like pizza or grilled cheese a dessert twist, and several official Nutella cafes across the United States serve up baguettes, poun...
1 euro houses in Sardinia 2025: where they are and how to buy them
In 2025, 1 euro houses in Italy continue to attract the attention of many people from around the world. This programme, created to combat the depopulation of small villages and bring abandoned historic town centres back to life, also extends to the territories of Sardinia, enriching the island’s property market with a range of truly enticing offers...
XLIV Italian Bowl, American Football League Unveils the 'Gionni Colombo Trophy'
The Italian Super Bowl of American Football is now in full bloom in Toledo, Ohio, as the top teams battle for national glory. The winner of the XLIV Italian Bowl, taking place on June 28, will not only earn the championship title—but also bring home a one-of-a-kind trophy: the Gionni Colombo Trophy, an extraordinary fusion of Italian artistry and a...
‘No Space For Bezos’: Venice Locals Protest Billionaire Jeff Bezos As Italian Wedding Looms
Venice locals are staging protests against Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and the fourth richest man in the world, as his wedding to journalist Lauren Sánchez looms later this month, with a group called “No Space For Bezos” hosting a demonstration Friday afternoon to protest what they fear will be an extravagant display of the billionaire’s wealth. “No...
The Ultimate Medieval Castles Tour in Italy: live history from Emilia-Romagna to Tuscany
Castles are undoubtedly among our favorite architectural treasures. Majestic and imposing, they offer breathtaking views from their towers and evoke a fairytale-like and romantic atmosphere. While we’ve previously focused on specific areas or regions, in this journey we’d like to broaden our horizons and include some territories rich in castles. We...
Living in Lake Como: a closer look at life by the lakefront
Lake Como has a way of sneaking into your heart without much fuss. Sitting comfortably at the foot of the Alps, it offers stunning views that never get old, alongside a lifestyle that’s more about enjoying the moment than rushing around. The towns spread along the lake are small but full of character, where locals go about their day with a relaxed...
Castel Gandolfo: the Pope's Summer Retreats
Castel Gandolfo is a small but historically rich town located in the Alban Hills, about 25 kilometers (just over 15 miles) southeast of Rome, overlooking the waters of Lake Albano. Despite its size, this village is internationally known as the traditional summer residence of the Popes and for its stunning natural setting, which has made it a favore...
Rome to open up Caelian Hill with new green areas, walks and views
Rome is to continue its redevelopment of the Celio Park in a semi-forgotten corner of the Caelian hill, hidden in plain sight between the Colosseum and the Circus Maximus. The project was presented on Tuesday by the city's mayor Roberto Gualtieri at the Casina del Salvi, a newly-opened coffee house and study hall in the archaeological park on the C...