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unearthing the Apollo statue at San Casciano dei Bagni

San Casciano dig reveals two-metre-high Apollo statue

November 18, 2023November 18, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on San Casciano dig reveals two-metre-high Apollo statue

The ongoing archaeological dig at San Casciano baths has uncovered another incredible find. Following on from earlier bronze sculptures, now the archaeologists have unearthed a marble Apollo statue standing around two metres.

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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 on Gentileschi exhibition in Genoa

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).

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Tolkein exhibition opens 16th November 2023 in Rome

Tolkein exhibition opens in Rome

November 15, 2023November 15, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Tolkein exhibition opens in Rome

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.

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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 on The Food of Italy: Central Italy and Porchetta

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.

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Flyzone Rome Reborn 4.0 virtual tour of ancient rome

Flyover ancient Rome with the latest virtual reconstruction

November 8, 2023November 8, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Flyover ancient Rome with the latest virtual reconstruction

An innovative 3D reconstruction of ancient Rome has been unveiled, allowing users to embark on a virtual journey back in time and explore the vibrant heart of the Roman Empire during its zenith. Rome Reborn 4.0 is a remastered edition of a 27-year-old virtual aerial tour.

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Public domain scan of 16th century artwork depicting a person and landscape background, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

da Vinci sketch may return to Italy

November 6, 2023November 6, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on da Vinci sketch may return to Italy

A sketch attributed to Leonardo da Vinci could end up at auction, and return to Italy. The Italian culture ministry said Monday it would bid for the work if authenticated as a da Vinci sketch.

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Bronze coins found off the coast of Sardinia. Image provided by the Ministry of Culture

30,000 Bronze coins found off Sardinia coast

November 6, 2023November 6, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on 30,000 Bronze coins found off Sardinia coast

A diver’s chance discovery of a metallic object near Sardinia’s coast has led to the remarkable find of tens of thousands of ancient bronze coins.

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Two towers in Bologna. The leaning tower now has a precarious tilt Creator Dimitris Kamaras via Flickr

Bologna’s leaning tower sealed off

November 3, 2023November 3, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Bologna’s leaning tower sealed off

One of Bologna’s architectural icons, the leaning tower named Garisenda, is set to have its surrounding square, Piazza di Porta Ravegnana, closed off for several years. There are concerns over the 12th-century tower’s tilt.

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Drawings in Michelangelo' secret hideout under the Medici Chapels in Florence.

Michelangelo’s secret hideout opens this month

November 1, 2023November 1, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Michelangelo’s secret hideout opens this month

A small room located beneath the Medici Chapels in Florence that is thought to have served as Michelangelo’s secret hideout briefly in 1530 is due to open to the public on a regular basis from November.

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Zadie Smith. Image: Internaz under Commons License

Zadie Smith receives seal of city of Milan

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment on Zadie Smith receives seal of city of Milan

British writer Zadie Smith was awarded the Seal of the City of Milan by Mayor Giuseppe Sala today. The recognition is three years overdue as a result of the pandemic.

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Car tax to be abolished in 2027 for small and medium-sized cars and motorcycles. Image credit: Franck Michel's photo, licensed as CC BY 2.0 via Flickr

Government to scrap road tax for 14.5 million vehicles from 2027

September 18, 2026September 18, 2026Deborah Cater
Blood donors urgently needed. Image credit: Adobe Stock

Italy issues urgent appeal for blood donors

September 6, 2026September 6, 2026Deborah Cater
Pedestrians using phone whilst crossing the road Copyright: © by Westend61 / Maskot,

Italy set to fine pedestrians who use phones while crossing the road

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026Deborah Cater
Espresso could become a UNESCO intangible heritage item

Espresso costs almost 25% more than five years ago

August 19, 2026August 19, 2026Deborah Cater
24-hour transport strike back on after TAR ruling General strike

Italy travel warning: September strikes

August 23, 2026August 23, 2026Deborah Cater
Basilica di Santo Spirito in Florence, where a Michelangelo crucifix hangs. Lucarelli, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

The Michelangelo crucifix most visitors never see

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
Umbrian plateau with lentil bloom https://www.flickr.com/photos/andolfato/29656325828/in/photostream/ Under Creative Commons BY_NC 2.0

Umbrian plateau becomes a living rainbow

July 19, 2026July 19, 2026Deborah Cater
Aerial view of Pietrabbondante https://molise.guideslow.it/

Pietrabbondante: A Samnite mountaintop sanctuary

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026Deborah Cater

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