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Erotic mosaic returned to Pompeii. Image credit: AP Press

Erotic mosaic stolen by Nazi returned to Pompeii

July 15, 2025July 15, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An erotic mosaic looted during World War II by a Nazi officer has been returned to Pompeii, almost 80 years after its theft. The mosaic dates from between the late first century BC and early first century AD.

On this day in history: birth of artist Amedeo Modigliani

July 12, 2025July 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Amedeo Modigliani, born in Livorno on 12th July 1884, remains one of Italy’s most distinctive and celebrated modern artists. Known for his elongated portraits and melancholy nudes, Modigliani’s work bridged classic Italian sensibility and the avant-garde energy of early 20th-century Paris.

Domus de Janas, Necropolis of Anghelu Ruju By Christian Pinatel de Salvator - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62817243

What are the Domus de Janas?

July 11, 2025July 11, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

As Italy seeks UNESCO World Heritage status for the Domus de Janas, many are asking: what exactly are these mysterious prehistoric tombs, carved into the Sardinian rock thousands of years ago?

strega prize winner andrea bajani Image credit: MUSA

Andrea Bajani wins 2025 Strega Prize

July 5, 2025July 5, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Andrea Bajani has won the 2025 Premio Strega, Italy’s most prestigious literary award, with his novel L’anniversario (The Anniversary). The Rome-born author secured 194 votes, comfortably ahead of runner-up Elisabetta Rasy’s Perduto è questo mare, which received 133.

Arancini Photo by Anna Guerrero: https://www.pexels.com/photo/white-ceramic-saucer-1765012/

The Food of Italy – Sicily and Arancini

June 29, 2025June 29, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In Sicily, arancini are more than just a popular street food, they are a symbol of regional identity. These deep-fried balls or cones of rice, golden and crisp on the outside, are filled with ragù, mozzarella, and peas, although variations abound across the island.

museum of rescued art. Credit: National Museums

Museum of Rescued Art reopens in Rome

June 29, 2025June 29, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Museo dell’Arte Salvata (Museum of Rescued Art) reopens displaying archaeological treasures looted from Italian soil and later recovered from abroad. The museum, based in the Octagonal Hall at the Baths of Diocletian, reopened on Thursday after closing shortly following its 2022 launch.