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Meloni - her cabinet approved the security package

Cabinet endorses security package

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni expressed her satisfaction with the recently approved security package her cabinet endorsed on Thursday.

Artemisia Gentileschi exhibition. Image shows secgtion of one of her works, Judith neheading Holofernes.

Gentileschi exhibition in Genoa

November 16, 2023November 16, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The life and artistic journey of Artemisia Gentileschi, a groundbreaking 17th-century Baroque artist and feminist trailblazer, unfold in a compelling exhibition titled ‘Artemisia Gentileschi, Courage and Passion’ at Genoa’s Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale).

Public bus in Italy. Photo by form PxHere

Friday’s transport strike reduced to 4 hours

November 15, 2023November 15, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

CGIL trade union general secretary Maurizio Landini said today he and UIL general secretary Pierpaolo Bombardieri had decided to reduce a transport strike which is part of a 24-hour general strike Friday to just four hours. This out of a sense of responsibility to workers who might face penalties for arriving at work late.

Tolkein exhibition opens 16th November 2023 in Rome

Tolkein exhibition opens in Rome

November 15, 2023November 15, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A major show on Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien opens tomorrow at the National Gallery of Modern Art (GNAM) in Rome. The Tolkein exhibition and runs until 11th February 2024.

On this day in history: Carlo Emilio Gadda was born

November 14, 2023November 14, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Carlo Emilio Gadda, Italian novelist, essayist, and engineer, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape of the 20th century. Born on November 14, 1893, in Milan, Gadda’s life journey seamlessly merged his engineering prowess with a profound passion for literature.

constitutional changes would pass referendum says Meloni

Yes to presidential changes would win in referendum

November 14, 2023November 14, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni expressed confidence on Tuesday that if the government’s contentious constitutional reform were to face a referendum, the ‘yes’ vote would prevail.

Italian cuisine> small porchetta on a board. https://www.flickr.com/photos/joshbousel/

The Food of Italy: Central Italy and Porchetta

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy, a haven for food lovers, has a meaty gem in its culinary repertoire – Porchetta. This traditional Italian dish, rooted in central Italy, captures the essence of slow-roasted simplicity and aromatic seasonings, making it a favourite among those who appreciate the beauty of unpretentious yet flavourful cuisine.