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River Po is at its lowest level since 1972.

North Italy faces fines for water wastage

March 29, 2022March 29, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In some northern regions, mayors have turned off taps to prevent water wastage as Italy suffers its driest winter for 65 years. The river Po is at its lowest level in 50 years.

Jannick Sinner wins in Miami. Image courtesy of ATPTour

Sinner saves match points to progress to Miami Open fourth round

March 28, 2022March 28, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Jannik Sinner, the Italian ninth-seed, had to save five match points against Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta. He now faces Nick Kyrgios who despatched another Italian Fabio Fognini.

Italy’s Beach Clubs under scrutiny by Brussels

March 28, 2022March 28, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Free access to Italy’s beaches has been diminishing over the years. After repeated requests by the European Commission to boost competition, PM Draghi gave in and Italy plans to boost competition for contracts to manage bars, beach clubs and other facilities on its beaches from 2024.

Casa della Gemma, Herculaneum, now open to the public

March 27, 2022March 27, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

At the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum, Casa della Gemma is now open to the public on an experimental basis. From 26th March some of the most precious mosaics of the site are visible.

On this day in history: Guccio Gucci – fashion designer – born

March 26, 2022March 26, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Guccio Gucci, the man whose name inspired the interlocking G logo, was born 26th March 1881 in Florence. Inspired by wealthy clients at the Savoy Hotel, his fashion brand has gone on to become one of the most famous in the world.

Dantedì, the national day dedicated to Dante Alighieri.

Celebrating Dante, ‘Father of the Italian Language’

March 25, 2022March 25, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Friday 25 March is the third edition of Dantedì, the national day dedicated to Dante Alighieri. The annual event follows on from the 700th anniversary of his death in 2021.

Italy fail to qualify for 2022 World Cup

Italy fail to qualify for the World Cup

March 25, 2022March 25, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Once again, Italy have failed to qualify for the World Cup. The European Champions fell to a shocking 1-0 defeat by North Macedonia on Thursday evening.

Rarely-Seen Historic Sites Across Italy Open

March 24, 2022March 24, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Historic sites across Italy open for the 2022 edition of Giornate FAI di Primavera (FAI Spring Days). Their doors open on the weekend of 26-27th March.

Exquisite Donatello Exhibition in Florence

March 24, 2022March 27, 2022Sarah CaterLeave a Comment

Running until 31st July 2022 at the Strozzi Palace and Bargello Museum in Florence is an extraordinary exhibition of the works of Renaissance artist Donatello.