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When the internet recently roasted Chamath Palihapitiya for likening himself to the “man in the arena” from Teddy Roosevelt’s famous 1910 speech, the Facebook exec turned venture capitalist trolled his critics with a rack of clothing. “I’m in the arena trying stuff. Some will work, some won’t,” Palihapitiya posted just before Labor Day weekend on t...

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Wine enthusiasts and travel aficionados alike often seek out the immersive experience of Italian wine tours. Offering a delightful blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and world-renowned wine regions, these tours provide a unique opportunity to indulge in Italian wine culture. Italian wine tours typically involve exploring various wine r...

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The tricolor flag stands tall in Napa Valley as Marchesi Antinori has successfully completed the acquisition of full ownership of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars in California. This acquisition comes after a 16-year partnership with the American company, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.  Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is considered one of the most important wineries...

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Murano glass and Burano lace truly stood the test of time. Originating from – and deeply connected to – the very heart of La Serenissima, these traditional crafts are not just a source of local pride but also a significant part of Italy’s cultural heritage. Now, finally, they are on the cusp of receiving a new layer of protection and recognition th...

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The International “Eccellenza italiana” Award was conferred today to Fabio De Furia, President of the Miami Scientific Italian Community for his ability to promote Technological Innovation and International Cooperation in the U.S. by bringing a positive vision of Made in Italy Excellence. The award ceremony of the Prize, now in its 10th Edition, wa...

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It could be said that the history of ceramics begins in the mists of time. A resistant, versatile material that also lends itself well to decoration could only have great success all over the world. Italian pottery, in particular, although already existing in the Etruscan age, experienced its heyday in the Renaissance, when great artists such as Do...

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An Italian-based manufacturing company saw a vision in the Weirton area five years ago, and Thursday, the opening of the long-awaited project at the Half Moon Industrial Park in Weirton was celegrated.. Since 2018, Fanti USA has been working to open its first U.S. facility. BDC Executive Director of Development Jacob Keeney is excited for this new...

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The latest Ismea Qualivita Report of 2022 highlights the exceptional performance of Italian wine, with bottled production reaching close to 27 million hectoliters, representing a remarkable 10.9% year-on-year growth.  Exports also soared to 6.29 billion euros in 2021, indicating an impressive 13.0% growth in just one year. The driving force behind...

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For all the time people spend dreaming about luxuriating under the Tuscan sun, spritz in hand, or cruising around the Venetian laguna with a flute of Prosecco, the mention of Italian wine still tends to conjure bold, tannic reds ready to stand up to a big plate of pasta. But white grapes in Italy are having something of a renaissance, with more and...

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Is a tea kettle a work of art? Alberto Alessi, grandson of Alessi founder Giovanni, certainly thinks so. Alessi’s president said the success of the company over the past six decades has been driven by his motto that functional objects like toasters and spoons have the potential to be intrinsically poetic. In 102 years of his family’s history and de...

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