Who is Christopher Macchio? Meet the opera tenor singing the national anthem at the inauguration
Opera tenor Christopher Macchio will sing the national anthem at the President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration before a much smaller crowd than he was expecting, a letdown with a silver lining. The ceremony Monday has been moved indoors because temperatures are set to plummet and make it the coldest Inauguration Day in 40 years. The Capitol Rotun...
Italy's Meloni to attend Trump inauguration, officials say
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will attend U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday, officials from her office said on Friday, in a trip that should further strengthen her ties with the U.S. leader. Meloni paid a flying visit to Trump earlier this month at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, winning praise from the incoming p...
Destination Calcio brings Italy’s competitive Serie b live to US audiences for free until 2027
Italian football is experiencing a resurgence, with Serie B at the forefront as a crucible of talent and competition. Destination Calcio, the brand new Italian football media venture, has secured exclusive broadcast rights to stream Serie B matches live in the United States. Three live games a week will be shown for free with English commentary sta...
Italian American Podcast Ep. 353 Mike D’Amore’s Journey in Preserving Culture and Community
Mike D’Amore shares his journey of embracing his Italian heritage with stories that remind us of the beauty and strength in cultural traditions. His experiences growing up in Rome, New York, and active participation in groups like Sons of Italy provide a window into the efforts to keep Italian culture alive in America. From the heartwarming tales...
Sylvester Stallone Appointed Hollywood Ambassador by Donald Trump
In a surprising announcement, President-elect Donald Trump has named Sylvester Stallone as one of his "Special Ambassadors" to Hollywood. The move aims to restore the American film industry to its former glory and boost its economic and cultural impact. Stallone, known worldwide for his roles in iconic film franchises like Rocky and Rambo, is expec...
Andrea Bocelli’s ‘Amore’ Gets Limited Edition Reissue
Amore, the romantic 2006 album from Andrea Bocelli, is coming back as a limited edition reissue. The 2xLP repressing will be out on transparent red vinyl on Feb. 7, just in time for Valentine’s Day. On Amore, the famed Italian tenor sings about love in three romance languages: Italian, Spanish, and French. The tracklist is dotted with classics like...
Why ‘My Brilliant Friend’ Resonates Beyond Italy
HOW IS IT THAT a person (me) born and raised in America could respond so viscerally to My Brilliant Friend, an Italian drama series (which recently wrapped its final season on HBO and streaming on Max) about the tortuous, lifelong relationship between two women raised in a suburb of Naples? We are all motivated by similar impulses: love, jealousy,...
NIAF's Ambassador Peter F. Secchia Voyage of Discovery 2025
In an action-packed all-expenses paid journey exploring UNESCO sites, local hotspots and breath-taking landscapes. Travel with Italian American peers while being introduced to the vibrant culture, mouth-watering cuisine and fascinating history that puts one’s Italian American heritage into a life-changing context that was never realized before. Eli...
‘Serie A Calcio in the community’ program bolstered by Street Soccer USA partnership renewal
Lega Serie A USA announced the renewal of its community partnership with Street Soccer USA, a non-profit organization that fights poverty and strengthens communities through soccer across the US. The partnership serves as a cornerstone for ‘Serie A Calcio in the Community’, a program dedicated to fostering positive social impact and empowering youn...
Major US Airlines to Add More Flights to Italy in 2025
American carriers are significantly expanding their presence in the Italy market for 2025, with multiple airlines introducing new routes and increasing capacity across several major cities. Currently, there are half a dozen carriers operating hundreds of weekly flights between Italy and the United States. Aviation analyst, Ishrion Aviation, Italy w...
Native Americans and Italian Americans Launch Solidarity Sessions for 2025 – All Invited to Participate
The Solidarity Sessions – “Bridging Cultures Against Cancel Culture” – launch for 2025 on Tuesday, January 21 at 8 PM EST. The monthly Sessions bring diverse communities together, in unity, to oppose the cancel culture affecting so many.This groundbreaking initiative was launched last March 2024 by the Native American Guardian’s Association (“NAGA”...
NIAF Names Lazio as 2025 Region of Honor
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is pleased to announce the Italian region of Lazio as its designated Region of Honor for 2025. This historic region, home to Rome, the capital of Italy, and steeped in profound significance, marks a momentous year as it coincides with both the Jubilee Year and NIAF's 50th Anniversary. "NIAF is thrille...