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Verona floor mosaic could have been part of ‘Theodoric the Great’s’ villa

April 15, 2022April 15, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Gas pipe replacement uncovers floor mosaic at Montorio outside Verona. It is believed to be part of a villa owned by Theodoric the Great.

Italian films in competition for Cannes Palme d’Or

April 14, 2022April 14, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Two Italian films are in competition for the Palme d’Or best film prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. They are Mario Martone’s Nostalgia and Valeri Bruni Tedechi’s Les Amandiers.

Letizia Battaglia - photo journalist who covered the Mafia

Photo Journalist who covered the Mafia wars dies aged 87

April 14, 2022April 14, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Historic Italian Mafia photo reporter Letizia Battaglia died Wednesday at the age of 87, her family said. Battaglia worked for the prestigious Palermo newspaper L’Ora, chronicling the Mafia wars.

Juan Carrito bear. Image Marjella national park

Biscuit-loving bear reappears in home town after being rewilded

April 13, 2022April 13, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A bear famous for breaking into a bakery has reappeared in his ‘home town’ after a failed attempt to rewild him.

Castel del Monte will house the fashion show for Gucci in May

Gucci is hitting the road again with its shows

April 13, 2022April 13, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Gucci announces the location for their upcoming cruise collection in May. The 13th century Castel del Monte in Apulia will be the venue for the as yet unnamed show on May 16th.

Algeria to become Italy's largest gas supplier

Italy agrees deal with Algeria for extra supply of gas

April 12, 2022April 12, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Algeria is set to overtake Russia as Italy’s largest gas supplier. On Monday, Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi agreed a deal as Rome looks for a replacement of the Russian gas.

Russian-owned villa hit with molotov cocktail

Another Russian-owned villa suffers fire damage

April 11, 2022April 11, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A Molotov cocktail scorched the entrance to a Russian-owned villa in coastal southern Tuscany on Sunday night. The villa near Livorno belongs to a 39-year-old Russian builder.

Italian astronaut may space-walk on next mission

April 11, 2022April 11, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti said she may make a space-walk with a Russian colleague on her next mission to the International Space Station. Her next mission is due to blast off on 21st April.

Berlusconi says he’s ‘deeply disappointed and saddened’ by Putin’s actions

April 9, 2022April 9, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Speaking at a rally in Rome, former Italian PM and leader of the Forza Italia party, Italia Berlusconi expressed his disappointment with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

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5 things to know about Easter in Italy

April 8, 2022April 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Easter in Italy is a blend of solemn religious observance and joyful celebration, rooted in centuries-old traditions. From processions and fireworks to symbolic foods, each region adds its unique touch to the festivities. Here are five facts about Easter in Italy.