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There's Still Tomorrow in the running for Oscars shortlist

‘There’s Still Tomorrow’ on 97th Academy Awards list

January 7, 2025January 7, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Paola Cortellesi’s feminist black-and-white dramedy There’s Still Tomorrow (C’è Ancora Domani) is among the 207 feature films eligible for the 97th Academy Awards.

On this day in history: author Umberto Eco born

January 5, 2025January 5, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 5 January 1932, in the town of Alessandria in northern Italy, Umberto Eco was born. Renowned as a novelist, philosopher, semiotician, and cultural critic, Eco’s work spanned genres and disciplines.

Rosita Missoni, Co-Founder of Iconic Fashion House, Dies Aged 93

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rosita Missoni, co-founder of the celebrated Italian knitwear brand Missoni, has died at the age of 93.

Boy George headlined Rome's NYE festival

Boy George headlined Rome’s NY concert

January 1, 2025January 1, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Boy George expressed his excitement about headlining Rome’s New Year’s Eve concert on Tuesday night, calling it “great” to be in Rome and highlighting his love of work.

Beppe Severignini, journalist and author

On this day in history: birth of journalist Beppe Severgnini

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 26th December 1956, Giuseppe “Beppe” Severgnini, a celebrated journalist, author, and commentator, was born in Crema, Lombardy. Known for his keen observations of politics, society, and culture, Severgnini offers sharp and humorous insights into Italy.

Christmas tree, a pagan element of Christmas traditions, by Florence's duomo

The Origins of Christmas on December 25th

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Christmas, the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth, is one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar. But the choice of December 25th as the official date for this holiday has its roots in both religious and political motives, as well as a fascinating intersection with pagan traditions.

Passetto di Borgo reopenned to the public

Vatican’s Passetto Restored and Open to Visitors

December 24, 2024December 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy and the Vatican have restored the Passetto del Borgo, a historic secret walkway used by popes for centuries.

Nutella celebrates 60 years with a new exhibition

December 22, 2024December 22, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A new exhibition in Rome is marking the 60th anniversary of Nutella, the world-famous chocolate-hazelnut spread. Titled Joyn! Un viaggio nel mondo Nutella, the exhibition runs at MAXXI, the National Museum of 21st Century Arts, from 20 December to 20 April 2025.