On 27th December 1888, Tito Schipa, one of the most celebrated Italian opera singers of the first half of the 20th century, was born in Lecce. His captivating performances drew audiences in the United States, South America, and Italy, establishing him as a prominent tenor.
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Immobiliare.it, Italy’s leading real estate portal, conducted an analysis of user behaviour on its site and app to present an overview of Italians’ 2023 home search trends.
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The Italian journalists union Fnsi announced today its senior leadership would boycott Premier Giorgia Meloni’s year-end press conference. This decision is in protest against a proposed bill that seeks to prohibit the publication of the contents of preventive-detention warrants.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales are scheduled for their inaugural official journey to Italy. It is set to take place in early 2024, with plans to explore the attractions of Rome, among other events.
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Today at the Vatican, Pope Francis celebrated what he called the Catholic Church’s new martyrs on the feast day of St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr. During his Angelus prayer, the Pope acknowledged the ongoing sacrifice of many for the Church, emphasising the fruitful nature of their dedication.
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The year 800 AD witnessed a historic and pivotal moment in European history as Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was crowned Holy Roman Emperor on Christmas Day. This event marked the revival of imperial authority in Western Europe and had profound implications for the political, religious, and cultural landscape of the continent.
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Terracotta statuettes have been discovered in the ruins of Pompeii, shedding light on pagan ritual traditions in the ancient Roman city.
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A mural of Chiara Ferragni appeared in Padua targeting the top Italian fashion influencer and businesswoman. Showing her and her rapper husband Fedez, it says Beware Pickpocket.
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Italy’s Premier Giorgia Meloni wished all Italians a serene festive period in her Christmas message. She also thanked those working on festive days and said the government is doing its bit in difficult times.
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A nativity scene at a church featuring two mothers of the Baby Jesus, instead of the traditional Mary and Joseph figurines, has ignited controversy among conservative Catholics and politicians in Italy.
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