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Fountain in Pesaro which is Italy' capital of culture in 2024.

Inauguration of Pesaro’s year as Capital of Culture

January 21, 2024January 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

President Sergio Mattarella inaugurated Pesaro’s year as Italy’s Capital of Culture on Saturday in a ceremony in the Marche city.

Painting of Joseph Bonomi the Elder by John Francis Rigaud.

On this day in history: Giuseppe Bonomi, architect, was born

January 19, 2024October 15, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On this day, 17th January 1739, Giuseppe Bonomi, the visionary Italian architect, was born. Renowned for his exceptional architectural prowess, Bonomi played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of England during the 18th century.

Pizza with a slice already cut Image by Artyom from Pixabay

Celebrating World Pizza Day: A Slice of Italian Culinary Heritage

January 17, 2024January 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Today (17th January) is World Pizza Day, a global celebration paying homage to one of Italy’s most iconic and beloved culinary creations – pizza.

Russell Crowe will perform at Sanremo 2024

Russell Crowe to make appearance at Sanremo Music Festival

January 15, 2024January 15, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Russell Crowe, Hollywood actor, is set to make a special appearance as a guest in the 2024 instalment of Italy’s prestigious Sanremo Music Festival, as confirmed by organisers today.

Tourist returns ‘cursed’ pumice stones to Pompeii

January 14, 2024January 14, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A tourist has returned ‘cursed’ pumice stones, which she attributes to her breast cancer diagnosis, to Pompeii.

Vittorio Sgarbi who is accused of the theft of a painting

Junior Culture Minister investigated over theft of painting

January 11, 2024January 11, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A junior culture minister faces investigation over theft of a painting. The allegations are that a 17th-century painting in his possession was stolen from a castle over a decade ago. Vittorio Sgarbi, a prominent art critic, is also accused of altering the painting to conceal its true origins.