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It is Italian American Corey Comperatore, whose family originated in Reggio Calabria, Italy, a former fire chief, who was killed in the mob attack on former U.S. President Donald Trump. Comperatore, 50, had led the Buffalo Township Fire Department in Butler County, Pennsylvania. He died while protecting his family, fatally struck by a bullet. Penns...

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Sicilians have been waiting for a bridge between the island and the Italian mainland for years, sick of using ferries to cross the Strait. But, now, one man has found a novel new way of making the crossing: on foot. Yes, really. Estonian slackline athlete Jaan Roose made history on Wednesday (10 July) as the first person to walk across Italy’s Stra...

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In a discovery sure to capture a good deal of public attention, a team of archaeologists have found the remains of a Roman wall built to trap the forces of Spartacus, the escaped former Roman gladiator who led the most celebrated and famous slave revolt in world history. The discoverers of this fascinating and historically significant find were led...

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The journey of Alessandro Crocco is living proof that the American dream can still be realized, but it requires sacrifice, work, and dedication, all of which are rooted in one’s identity. He has made Italian values and culture the cornerstone of his activities in the United States, while his Calabrian roots have forged a distinctive determination a...

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For centuries, travellers have been hoodwinked by Morgan le Fay from her castle in the depths of the Strait of Messina. They've reported seeing magical visions, like a remarkably close Sicily or ships floating in the air.  You might still experience something similar when visiting Reggio Calabria.  You've already taken a refreshing dip in the water...

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It looked more like a museum exhibition of Italian art than a crime scene, but in the Central Institute for Restoration’s offices, located inside a former women’s prison in central Rome, some 600 works of art were put on display Tuesday morning. Ranging from life-sized bronze statues to tiny Roman coins, from oil paintings to mosaic flooring, the p...

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It is not easy to make a list of the most beautiful beaches in Calabria. We are talking about 800 km of coastline, which is surprising for its evocative and diverse landscapes: white sandy bays, Mediterranean maquis and rocky cliffs overhanging the sea. The sea is one of its most prized assets, and both Italians and foreign tourists appreciate it g...

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Summer is just around the corner and it's time to choose your next vacation destination - it's a perfect moment to experience the magic of our sea-facing regions. And perhaps, why not, a perfect moment to explore Calabria, its multifaceted territories in the very heart of the Mediterranean, its crystal-clear sea fading on the horizon and its genuin...

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Ten years ago a museum of exceptional passion for our country dedicated to Italian emigration was born in Philadelphia. It was Filitalia International that created it, a wonderful organization founded by a remarkable man, Pasquale Nestico. Today his son Saverio heads Filitalia, and he is one of those leaders who guarantee the Italian American commu...

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An unforgettable adventure immersed in the splendid atmosphere of Calabria, in the heart of a land rich in enchanting places and breathtaking landscapes. In this on-the-road itinerary, we’ll explore natural parks and cities rich in art, history and culture, discovering picturesque villages and unspoiled nature. Day after day, we’ll follow the beaut...

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