Fashion in Venice: 5 places you should know and visit
Behind every dress there is a story and the history of fashion in Venice has ancient origins. An elegant city, a splendid setting for refined clothes and fine fabrics, Venetian fashion for centuries has represented the mirror of the power of the Serenissima. If wearing a dress also means expressing your personality, Venice has been able to express...
Philly’s Leonardo delivers radiation-disaster helicopters to U.S. as hiring surge at plant tops 1,000
Two helicopters made at Leonardo’s Northeast Philadelphia assembly plant to check nuclear accidents and potential terror attacks are going through testing at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland, as the company adds staff at the plant in anticipation of more sales to the U.S. government. Leonardo, based in Italy, delivered the two AW139 helicopters l...
Arezzo's Joust of the Saracen promises pageant and tradition
Tuscany has enticed visitors for generations with its stunning landscapes, well-preserved medieval towns, and colorful pageants. For those same reasons, it also attracts plenty of tourists, particularly during the summer months. If you’re the kind of traveler who likes to get off the beaten path but still enjoy authentic experiences, consider spen...
The Agony and Ecstasy of a Long Distance Runner
It was the greatest moment of his racing career. It was the biggest disappointment he ever suffered in his career as a distance runner. Italian American Vincent Ciattei was being interviewed minutes after he finished his Olympic qualifier final race at storied Haywood Field at University of Oregon. He had run his 1500 meters in a time of 3:31.78, ...
An Italian startup has created a "virtual interpreter" that can respond to emergency requests that come using Italian sign language
The first avatar capable of responding to emergency requests that come to the 112 emergency telephone number using Italian Sign Language (Lis) has arrived: the goal is to enable even deaf people to be more autonomous and to access basic services. This 'virtual interpreter' was developed by the Siena-based company QuestIt. Users, after calling the p...
Italian Language Foundation Announces Giambelli Culinary Award Winners
In late June, the Italian Language Foundation announced the recipients of the first-ever Giambelli Culinary Award at an event at the Columbus Citizens Foundation in Manhattan. The winners represent a range of culinary figures and organizations that exemplify the foundation’s goal to honor and promote Italian culture and cuisine in the United States...
Giorgio Armani, 90 years of consistency and gentle revolutions
Many people will be there to wish him well. Among the many also many celebrities. Actors, directors, personalities from the world of culture, entertainment, and sports. Because Giorgio Armani, who turns 90, is certainly the great lord of fashion, but also much more. That fashion that is never shouted, far from sensationalism because clothes are to...
Daughter of Italian saint to visit Western New York
The daughter of an Italian saint is set to visit Western New York this weekend. Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla, the daughter of St. Gianna Beretta Molla, will be in town from Thursday until Sunday. She will make numerous visits to local churches during her stay. A mass in her honor will be held at Buffalo’s St. Joseph Cathedral at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. St....
Musetti beats Taylor to fly Italian flag at Wimbledon
Lorenzo Musetti has powered his way to victory over Taylor Fritz in Wimbledon's latest five-set rollercoaster to reach his first grand slam semi-final. Italy's world No.1 Jannik Sinner was unable to make it through to the last four on Tuesday but the country's flag is still flying in the men's singles thanks to his compatriot. Musetti was throug...
Mangia! Italian American Festival serves up food and fun in downtown Akron
The taste and sounds of Italy will fill the streets of downtown Akron. The Italian American Festival will open Thursday and run through Saturday. The festival put on by the Council of Italian American Societies of Summit County will feature entertainment and food vendors on Main Street between State and Church streets. Admission is free to the fest...
The Amalfi lemon coffee: a summer tradition to try
In the past, it was considered an excellent remedy for headaches, and some even say for stomach disorders too. However, the tradition of lemon coffee is very ancient, and if we focus on the renowned Amalfi Coast, we understand that there is much more to discover. Have you ever heard of lemon gardens? Along the Amalfi Coast, between Amalfi, Cetara, ...
Omaha’s Santa Lucia Festival to include shoe drive for children in need
The Santa Lucia Festival is celebrating 100 years in Omaha this year. The cultural event that highlights Italian-American history and heritage begins Aug. 1. This year, the festival committee is leading an effort to gather 500 new pairs of athletic shoes for children whose families might not be able to afford such an expense. Boxes of new sneakers...