Berrettini: first Italian in Wimbledon semi-finals in the open era
The world number 9 is the second Italian man in history to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals and the first in the Open era.
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Author: Deborah Cater
Deborah Cater holds a Master’s degree in English Literature and is a skilled editor, copywriter, and journalist. As the founder of Italy News Online, she combines her expertise in content creation with an understanding of Italian culture to deliver accurate and engaging news for an English-speaking audience.
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Mariangela Zappia: the new Italian ambassador to the United States
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the appointment of Mariangela Zappia as Italy’s ambassador to the United States. Zappia is the first women to hold the position.
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New feud between Croatia and Italy over prošek and prosecco wines
Croatia has once again applied to the European Commission for special recognition of its wine prošek. Italy blocked a first attempt in 2013, arguing the name prošek was too similar to prosecco.
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New heatwave hits Italy
Temperatures will soar again in Italy this week. The heatwave is expected to peak on Thursday with temperatures of around 40C (104F).
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Italy beat Spain on penalties: who will meet them in the final?
FOOTBALL – It was a night of pure theatre as a closely fought match between Italy and Spain went to the wire. Jorginho’s spot kick was the cue for cries of Forza as Italy beat Spain and progress to the Euro 2020 final.
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Medecins Sans Frontieres denounces Italy for detaining ship
French medical charity Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) said on Monday an MSF vessel has been detained in Italy, reports Reuters. The charity suggests the seizure was politically motivated.
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Raffaella Carrá, Italian singer and TV presenter, dies at 78
Raffaella Carrá, one of Italy’s best-loved singers and television presenters, died on Monday aged 78. Carrá became a symbol of sexual liberation not only in her own country, but in Spain and South America as well.
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Euro 2020 Semi-finals: Will Italy maintain their impressive form?
FOOTBALL – The Azzurri are 90 minutes away from a spot in the delayed Euro 2020 final. Tonight, they face Spain in London.
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Berrettini into the Wimbledon quarter-finals
TENNIS – Matteo Berrettini is through to the Wimbledon quarter-finals with a 6-4, 6-3, 6-1 win over Belarus’ Ilya Ivashka on Monday. He now has a nine match winning streak under his belt and remains undefeated on grass this season.
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Tourism labour shortage in Italy
The tourist industry should be enjoying the return of visitors now many covid restrictions have been lifted. Instead, they find themselves facing an unexpected problem – a tourism labour shortage.
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