Outstanding discovery in Tarquinia: new painted tomb in Etruscan necropolis
Extraordinary discovery at the Unesco site of Tarquinia, where archaeologists have found a new painted chamber tomb: the paintings on the walls show dance and workshop scenes. The discovery dates back to late 2022, although it was announced by the Viterbo Superintendency only in the last few hours. It all begins during an inspection by the Soprinte...
Top Denver Italian Restaurant, Food Hall Expand to Vail
Toss aside the pocket bacon. There are better ways to dine at Colorado’s ski resorts this season — particularly in the Town of Vail. Over the past few months, this destination has welcomed several new restaurants, many of which built their brands in the metro area. They include Tavernetta, one of the best Italian eateries in Denver, and Avanti Food...
Discover Italy in Rhode Island: 5 hidden enclaves that transport you to the old country
In the heart of New England, a slice of Italy thrives in the most unexpected places. Rhode Island, the smallest state in the U.S., harbors hidden Italian communities that have preserved their heritage for generations. These enclaves offer a captivating blend of Old World charm and American spirit, inviting travelers to embark on a journey through t...
Flight bonus for Sicily and Sardinia in 2025: who Is eligible?
2025 brings good news for residents of Sicily and Sardinia, who will receive financial support to counter rising flight costs. In both regions, this bonus is becoming a permanent measure and includes a refund that varies depending on the region of origin and specific eligibility criteria. Let’s explore the details of this initiative and all the upd...
Joanne Trattoria is hosting a party to celebrate Lady Gaga's new album
Last night, Lady Gaga gagged the Grammys by dropping “Abracadabra,” the latest single in her upcoming album, Mayhem. The dark and clubby song gave nods to Fame Monster and Artpop, suggesting that Gaga's eighth studio album will contain elements of the classic, deranged Gaga we first fell in love with in the early 2010s. If you're going to be in New...
The Women of Napoli Femminile Are Done Playing on the Sidelines
“Out of all the unimportant things, soccer is the most important,” Pope John Paul II once said–though I could imagine Italians bristling at the sport being called “unimportant”. In Italy, soccer is a cultural pillar, a friendship maker or breakers, and, in places like Naples, almost a religion… When it comes to the men’s team, that is. While Itali...
Patron Saint’s winter chalet pop-up brings taste of Italian Alps to Cleveland
Patron Saint all-day cafe and aperitivo bar is transforming into the chalet in the Italian Alps in hopes of warming up folks stuck in the frigid Ohio City neighborhood this season. The Chalet at Patron Saint, 2915 Detroit Avenue, will run from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 27 through Jan. 31. No tickets are required for the evening pop-up that was inspi...
Gucci Announces a Newly Expanded Boutique at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace
Gucci is expanding in the United States with the opening of a newly renovated and enlarged boutique at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Replacing its previous location within the center, the redesigned space spans over 11,600 square feet, offering an elevated destination and an impressive selection of the House’s signature collection...
From the Getty Museum in LA,“The Oracle of Delphi” Returns to Naples
After a series of investigations conducted by the Carabinieri Command for the Protection and Heritage TPC and the Public Prosecutor’s Office in Rome, the work entitled “The Oracle of Delphi” painted by Neapolitan artist Camillo Miola in 1880, has finally been returned to the city of Naples. Investigations have traced the oil on canvas that was stor...
Com.It.Es honors Cherry Mine disaster victims
On Nov. 10, Com.It.Es (Comitato degli italiani all’estero) organized a pilgrimage to the town of Cherry, Illinois, on the 115th anniversary of the 1909 mine disaster that took the lives of 250 souls, 73 of whom were Italian immigrants. A group of 28 in the company of Italian Consul General Mario Bartoli traveled by bus to the tiny town 100 miles so...
Carosello and "Double or nothing"
1957 saw the debut of Carosello, a program destined to transform the eating habits of Italians. For two decades, until January 1, 1977, Carosello aired daily, producing 7,261 episodes. Every evening, millions of Italians would sit mesmerized for 10 minutes between 8:30 and 9:00 PM to watch four or more ads—true short films—each lasting no more than...
Essilux, U.S. approval for the Italian hearing glasses
Nearly two years after the announcement of Nuance Audio's new acoustic glasses, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the Italian eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica to market the new frames. These innovative glasses can correct vision issues while also helping those with mild to moderate hearing loss regain full auditory function...