Italy’s tourism Boom: record spending, rising visitor numbers, and the challenges of overtourism
In 2024, foreign tourists spent nearly €21 billion in Italy, marking a 40% increase compared to 2022. International tourism continues to be a cornerstone of the Italian economy, with spending highly concentrated in just 20 provinces—these alone account for nearly 75% of total foreign tourist expenditures. Rome and Milan top the list of cities attra...
Italian Anti-Mafia Commission and TikTok sign groundbreaking agreement to promote digital legality
Italy’s Parliamentary Anti-Mafia Commission and TikTok Italy signed a memorandum of understanding today to strengthen their joint commitment to promoting a culture of legality and combating content that glorifies or supports organized crime on digital platforms. This agreement marks an unprecedented collaboration between a national institution and...
A box from home: how southern Italian families keep their students fed - and loved - from afar
They call it a “lifeline in a box”—a care package packed with flavors from home. It’s almost always filled with food, the kind of food that comes “from down South” and makes its way “up North.” As one student put it in a standout college thesis that’s now been turned into a book, “The care package from home is home itself, traveling north.” The aut...
Italy reports progress in glass recycling and sustainability for 2024
Italy has released its annual figures on glass collection and recycling, offering a snapshot of the sector’s current state and highlighting key advancements in innovation—particularly the integration of artificial intelligence in glass processing and ongoing efforts to decarbonize furnace operations in glass factories. The country continues to impr...
The Holy Face of Manoppello finds a permanent home in Pennsylvania
A special ceremony was recently held at the National Centre for Padre Pio in Barto, Pennsylvania, marking the enthronement of the Holy Face of Manoppello (Abruzzo). This sacred image will now be on permanent display in the American church. The Mass, celebrated on July 15, was led by Bishop Alfred Schlert of the Diocese of Allentown and Father Anton...
Fostering International Connections Through Tradition and Innovation with Dawn Marie Hays IAP 376
What if the rich flavors of Italian American culture could speak the stories of centuries? This episode promises a delicious exploration of Italian American heritage, as John and Pat take you on a captivating journey through the heart of Little Italy in New York City. From the humorous mishaps with Sicilian garduna to the challenges of sourcing aut...
Potenza and Denver renew their historic Sister City ties
The sister city relationship between Potenza, Italy and Denver, Colorado was born in 1982, just two years after the devastating earthquake that struck Irpinia and brought widespread destruction to parts of Basilicata, including Potenza. Though separated by geography, the two cities share a strong and enduring friendship rooted in cultural exchange,...
Ciao Pittsburgh Magazine Features Local Italian-American Leader Michael Battalini
Ciao Pittsburgh, the premier lifestyle publication celebrating Italian-American culture in Western Pennsylvania, has published a special feature on esteemed local businessman Michael Battalini, CEO of The Pittsburgh Wealth Management Group and host of the popular Safe Retirement Radio Show.The in-depth profile highlights Battalini’s Italian heritag...
How To Find Inexpensive Food In Italy, According To Rick Steves
Italy is universally beloved for its cuisine. When you travel there, you dream of trying the original versions of things familiar in the United States, from pizza and pasta to cannolis and gelato. But there are dozens of true Italian dishes you must try at least once. There's no doubt you'll be doing a lot of eating there, which means it's wise to...
Jay Pandolfo signs multiyear extension to remain men’s hockey coach at Boston University
Jay Pandolfo’s name had been bandied about earlier this offseason as eight NHL franchises, including the Bruins, searched for new head coaches. But the Boston University men’s hockey coach, who played four seasons with the Terriers before signing with the New Jersey Devils in 1996, doesn’t appear eager to leave BU any time soon. Already under contr...
Five geometrically shaped towns in Italy and where to find them
Italy is a country where every village and town has its own unmistakable story. Sometimes this is reflected in its traditions or monuments; in other cases, the uniqueness begins with the very layout of the town itself. Across the country, you’ll find a number of “ideal towns” designed entirely from scratch with geometric or unusual shapes. Scattere...
Italian grandfathers with 'big personalities' sought for feature film
It's time to give your nonno a call. Boston Casting is seeking Italian grandfathers with "big personalities" for a feature film. It is looking for people between 70 and 80 years old. Acting experience is a plus, but it is not necessary. The movie shoots from Sept. 2 to November, and the pay is $1,246 per day. Interested applicants should send their...