Matteo Garrone’s Oscar Nominated ‘Io Capitano’ Kicks Off U.S. Theatrical Run
Italy’s Best International Feature Oscar-nominated Io Capitano starts its U.S. run today in ten market on 21 screens, a bit wider than usual for Cohen Media Group but with Academy final voting just started, reviews are gold for the odyssey that director Matteo Garrone calls “a movie about human rights. About the rights of everybody to move, to look...
As Italy prepares security deal with Ukraine, White House announces PM's visit in March
As the White House Friday announced a March 1 visit by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the Italian government said a security agreement with Ukraine will be finalized in the next few days. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani told Italy's Parliament "I am here to inform you about the willingness to continue negotiations for a cooperation,...
Guardate ed imparate! Watch and learn! Immersion in movies and series can help language learners of all levels
Just as Italians can watch programming to improve their English language skills, non-Italian speakers can watch programming in Italian to improve their language skills, whether they’re fully fluent or just beginners. Studies have shown that one of the best ways to learn a language is to immerse yourself in the learning process. While some people f...
Italy-US bilateral call for proposals
The Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) and the National Science Foundation of the United States of America (NSF) are issuing a call for funding for research projects under a Memorandum of Understanding between the two entities aimed at further strengthening cooperation in the field of Artificial Intelligence, focusing on joint resear...
Filitalia International Marks Milestone with Leadership Appointments & Distretto Italia
Filitalia International, the Italian-American organization committed to preserving and promoting cultural heritage worldwide, proudly announces significant developments in its organizational structure and leadership. On February 19, 2024, Filitalia International unanimously elected Alessandro Sparacio (Delaware County, PA Chapter) to its esteemed B...
Dedicated Italian American Channel Launches Streaming Services
Featuring 50 hours of exclusive Italian American content, Avanti Channel recently launched its streaming service focused on Italian and American content. Described as “a home for people that love all things Italian”, Avanti showcases cultural programs about food, lifestyle, fashion, travel, comedy, history, design, sports, cars, music and entertain...
U.S., a challenging scenario for Italian food
Growth in the U.S. economy slows to +4.9% in the 3Q which is lower than estimates of 5.2%. At the same time, inflation also slows down and stands at 2.6% against an expected figure of 2.8%. In this context where inflation is under control, there is a growing front of those calling for a cut in interest rates by the Federal Reserve, the U.S. Central...
Italian sparkling wine consumption on the rise in the USA
In 2023, the export volumes of Italian sparkling wines to the United States witnessed a substantial decline of -14%. Despite this setback, there is a simultaneous uptrend in the actual consumption percentages of Italian sparkling wines, evident on both retail shelves and within American establishments. This trend is discerned by the UIV (Italian Wi...
John Travolta turns 70: 'Grease' star's loves, losses and the moment he ‘thought it was over’
John Travolta is celebrating a milestone birthday. The actor, who turned 70 Sunday, has stayed busy over the past year filming a series of upcoming projects. Travolta also recently made headlines when he honored Prince Harry at the 21st Annual Living Legends of Aviation Awards last month. The "Grease" star shared a photo in which he posed with the...
Ben Lanzarone, ‘Happy Days’ and ‘The Love Boat’ Composer, Dies at 85
Italian American composer Ben Lanzarone, whose work was featured in television shows such as “Happy Days,” “The Love Boat” and “Dynasty,” died of lung cancer in Los Angeles on Feb. 16. He was 85. Lanzarone received ASCAP’s “Most Performed Composer Award” for his work composing television scores. He wrote for episodes of “The Tracy Ullman Show,” “Th...
Fiat 500e won its first American award: 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal
Green Car Journal has named the Fiat 500e 2024 Urban Green Car of the Year™. The 500e is electrifying North America with its sustainable mobility mission as Stellantis’ first BEV offering in the region. Green Car Journal editors noted the compelling combination of efficiency, affordability, style and zero-emission motoring with a cool Italian vibe....
Ferrero seeks US growth
Ferrero achieved substantial growth last year, despite inflationary pressures. The company retained market share everywhere and is looking for new growth in the United States. In its financial year 2022/2023, which ended on 31 August, sales rose 20.7 % to 17 billion euros. The growth was both organic and through acquisitions, CFO Daniel Martinez Ca...