At least 38 Italian Americans Selected in 2025 MLB Draft
Nearly 40 Italian American players drafted this year—a huge number historically. This is the fifth straight year we have seen an increased number of Italian Americans selected. There were two in the CBA/top 50, three more in the Top 80, with strong representation through all rounds. Italian American representation in pro baseball remains strong, bo...
Italy: EU-US deal offers “clear framework” for transatlantic trade
The European Union and the United States have formalised their joint declaration on tariffs, following the political agreement reached on July 27 in Scotland between Ursula von der Leyen and Donald Trump. For Italy, the agreement avoids a trade war, provides certainty for businesses, and creates room for new exemptions—starting with the agri-food s...
YWCA RI Welcomes New Leadership: Lisa Piscatelli steps into Executive Director role
YWCA Rhode Island is proud to announce the appointment of Italian American Lisa Piscatelli as its next Executive Director, bringing over a decade of YWCA experience and a distinguished record of executive leadership to the role. Lisa, a Mansfield, Mass resident, will officially begin her new position in September. Lisa's deep-rooted commitment to t...
12 Peaceful Places To Retire in Italy and Enjoy La Dolce Vita
Italy is one of the most popular places to visit in Europe, and it’s easy to see why. It’s known for its rich history, beautiful buildings, and amazing culture. It’s also a top choice for people who want to retire and enjoy a slower, more relaxed life. Many retirees from around the world dream of living in Italy. But with so many charming cities, q...
Corrado Parducci: Detroit’s Architectural Sculptor
Event by Detroit Historical Museum and Detroit Historical Society. 5401 Woodward Avenue, 48202. September 27, 2025, 2:00 - 3:30pm. Included with museum admission! Learn more and register here. Join author, photographer, and historian Dale A. Carlson as he explores the life and career of Corrado Giuseppe "Joe" Parducci (1900–1981), Detroit’s most pr...
Comm. Thomas A. Lupo Elected as OSDIA National President at 59th Biennial National Convention
On Saturday, Comm. Thomas A. Lupo was formally installed as the new National President of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA), the oldest and largest organization representing Italian-American men and women in the U.S. Lupo succeeds Michael G. Polo, who was elected in 2023. Lupo, previously National 1st Vice President, is a mem...
Now, Southern Italy Tourism to Flourish with Launch of High-Speed Rail Connecting Key Destinations
In a big step for Southern Italy’s tourism and transport, Italian Rail Network (RFI) has handed out a €1.6 billion civil works contract for the Paola – Cosenza part of the high-speed rail line from Salerno to Reggio Calabria. The contract, given to a Webuild-led group, will build a 22.2-kilometre stretch of track that will benefit tourists and dail...
Welcome to San Francisco, Consul General Carnelos!
It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival and the beginning of the tenure of the new Consul General of Italy in San Francisco, Massimo Carnelos, on August 18, 2025. Consul General Carnelos is honored to represent Italy in this important consular jurisdiction and to serve our Italian community with dedication. A brief welcome message fr...
Frank Caprio, famed judge known for showing mercy, dies at 88
Frank Caprio, who served as a Providence, Rhode Island, municipal court judge for nearly 40 years and came to be known as “America’s nicest judge,” passed away on Aug. 20 from pancreatic cancer. “Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the...
Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori beat Iga Świątek and Casper Ruud in US Open mixed doubles final
Italian pair Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have accomplished their "mission" by winning the US Open mixed doubles title for the second straight year. In the controversially rejigged and reduced format, featuring just 16 pairings across a two-day carnival at Flushing Meadows, the defending US and Wimbledon champions said they were "on a mission"...
Italy opens the first plant in the world that recycles diapers and sanitary products
For years, disposable diapers, sanitary pads, and other absorbent hygiene products were considered impossible to recycle. Each item is a complex mix of plastic, cellulose, and absorbent polymers that made separation too costly and inefficient. The result was millions of tons of waste every year, almost all of it destined for landfills or incinerato...
AI in the fields: how Italian project Biosmart is reshaping agriculture
Artificial intelligence is now making its way into agriculture - and even onto tractors themselves. GeoInference, a company based in Italy, has developed an AI-driven computer vision system called BioSmart. Its goal? To provide remarkably precise estimates of both the quantity and quality of fruit and vegetable yields. Traditional farming methods r...