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Varallo, Piedmont, is serene. In the heart of the Valsesia Valley, nearly at the border of Switzerland, the town reveals itself in quiet layers: narrow alleys that wind between centuries-old houses, the faint scent of woodsmoke coming from the snow mountain peaks beyond, and the Sacro Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage site, perched on a ridge above. ...

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The recently launched Ferrari F80 will make its North American premiere at the 2025 Palm Beach Cavallino Classic on 24 January 2025, event organizers have confirmed. The 1,200 hp Ferrari F80 supercar represents the pinnacle of automotive innovation and performance, following in the footsteps of Prancing Horse legends such as the 288 GTO, F40, F50,...

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Maserati, the iconic Italian luxury car manufacturer, commemorated its 110th anniversary in December 2024 with a series of global events that highlighted its rich heritage and forward-looking vision. These celebrations served as a platform to introduce new models and engage with enthusiasts worldwide. In Modena, Italy, Maserati's historic headquart...

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Dainese (www.dainese.com), the world leader of protective wear for dynamic sports, is proud to announce the 20th anniversary of its first US flagship store. In 2004, Dainese opened its first North American flagship store in Orange County to meet the needs of Southern California’s growing motorsports community. Over the past two decades, the store h...

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Anna Possi answers the phone in the cafe but immediately asks to call her back. “I have a customer,” she says. It’s mid-afternoon and Possi, who owns Bar Centrale in Nebbiuno, a small town overlooking Lake Maggiore in northern Italy, has been serving coffee since 7am. She usually finishes at 7pm. It’s an average working day for a barista in Italy,...

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Automobili Lamborghini and the Italian State Police (Polizia di Stato) are commemorating a 20-year partnership that began in 2004 with the delivery of a Lamborghini Gallardo. This collaboration has provided the police force with high-performance vehicles for patrolling and emergency medical services, notably completing over 200 organ transport miss...

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On a recent trip to Rome, I left the major tourist city behind to spend an afternoon in Solomeo, a small village in the Province of Perugia. The stunning village, with cobblestone streets and beautiful views of the rolling hills, looked like something straight out of a fairytale. One of the most fascinating things I learned, though, was that Solome...

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Italy’s fashion scene is internationally renowned for its elegance and timeless sophistication. While Milan and Rome often take centre stage, there are lesser-known corners of the country where unique craftsmanship and centuries-old traditions continue to shape the industry. From the leatherworking ateliers of Tuscany to the silk-weaving workshops...

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Frette, a luxury Italian linen brand, has opened a new boutique at The Galleria in Houston, according to a Dec. 16 news release. The shop is located on the first floor of the popular retail center, and features a curated selection of bedding and bath linens, home accessories and refined loungewear, per the release. The Galleria location's interior...

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Perugia, the capital of Umbria, is a medieval gem of a hill town. Known for its excellent universities, rich architectural history and Umbria Jazz, one of the great music festivals of Europe, it’s also nurtured a vibrant sister-city relationship with Seattle for more than three decades. There’s another area where Perugia shines: as a center of fash...

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