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Stefano Benni, born in Bologna in 1947, was more than just a writer. He was a storyteller, a journalist, a screenwriter, and above all, a master of imagination. Known for works such as Bar Sport, La Compagnia dei Celestini, and Margherita Dolcevita, he became one of the most distinctive voices in Italian literature. His stories are filled with humo...

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Benjamin Cremaschi’s move to Parma has been making waves in both Italy and the United States, not only because of his talent on the field, but also because of what he represents. Born in Miami in 2005, Cremaschi grew up in a bilingual, bicultural household with deep ties to Italy. His family heritage traces back to the northern regions of the count...

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It may look a little like the old Italian city in its appearance, with its buildings lining winding canals, but in Ravenna you aren’t pushing and shoving among crowds of fellow tourists — or getting ripped-off at an overpriced restaurant. Once a bustling international hub and the former capital for three different empires, Ravenna is now a sleepy r...

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Having lived through the Nazi occupation of Italy during World War II as a child, Edward Pasquesi helped keep the North Koreans on the far side of the 38th Parallel after the Korean War. The middle of three children, Edward Pasquesi was born in Bomporto, Italy, to Angelo and Antonietta Santi Pasquesi. His parents had been working on a farm in the M...

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Italy calls to travelers who understand that great wine tells the story of its land, people, and traditions. For those who appreciate the artistry behind both cooking and winemaking, certain Italian cities offer experiences that go far beyond typical tourist attractions. These wine destinations reveal how wine culture intertwines with local cuisine...

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Italy hasn’t stopped moving since the Romans began building their extensive road network, and the country has a penchant for speed and drama — despite its reputation for a slow, savoured approach to life. Whether you choose to board a plucky Vespa or a zippy vaporino, ride a poker-red Ferrari or a sky-scraping cableway, this way of exploring brings...

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Italy is well known for having some of the oldest educational systems in the world with the oldest school, the University of Bologna, dating to 1088. Education in Italy is mandatory from 6 to 16 years of age and is separated into five stages: kindergarten (scuola dell’infanzia), primary school (scuola primaria or scuola elementare), lower secondary...

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Ferrara is the custodian of an extraordinarily rich and complex Jewish history, which has its roots in the 13th century and continues to leave an indelible mark on the city’s urban and cultural fabric. The Jewish presence in Ferrara has been continuously attested since the Middle Ages, and its Jewish community is still one of the oldest and most in...

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I was recently in my stepbrother’s kitchen and saw one of those vintage‑style SMEG fridges in bright red. It looked like a 1950s appliance brought into the present – curved doors, bold chrome handle, and an unmistakable retro feel. “A wedding gift,” he reminded me, “20 years and it’s still going strong!” SMEG is, in fact, known for its iconic retro...

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Ferragosto is the very symbol of summer for every Italian. If we had to choose a place that evokes the sunny season as much as this date, only a few would do so as clearly as the Riviera Romagnola. For generations, it has represented affordable holidays, long beach days, and evenings of loud laughter, seafood dinners, and neon-lit promenades. Known...

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