10th November 1869, saw the birth of an assassin. Gaetano Bresci was born in Coiano, a small village near Prato in Tuscany. Thirty years later, he would assassinate the king of Italy, Umberto I.
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Niccolò III d’Este was born on this day in 1383 in Ferrara. The d’Este family ruled Ferrara in Emilia-Romagna for over 350 years. Niccolò issued a decree condemning all adulterous women in his domain to death.
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Libraries are a font of knowledge, a route to another world and utterly beautiful to anyone who loves books. Then there are the superlative libraries: architecturally, emotionally and design-wise. We take a look at ten of the most beautiful libraries in Italy.
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From 8th November, Italian citizens and legal residents can benefit from a €200 spa bonus. Designed to help stimulate the spa and wellness sector, the bonus has received both praise and criticism.
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Coffee is an important part of the Italian culture. Most experts agree the key to a good cup is how it is roasted. An Italian company has a novel and energy efficient method of roasting their beans.
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Italy’s latest maxi-trial sees 350 people linked to organised crime gang ‘Ndrangheta going before the court. The biggest names are yet to stand before the magistrates.
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According to the latest preliminary figures by the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV), global wine production is set to drop to 250.3 million hectolitres in 2021. This is 7% below the average for the past 20 years and 9% lower than last year.
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A new discovery at Pompeii is the Room of the Slaves at Civita Giuliana in the suburban villa. Linked to the earlier discovery of the ceremonial chariot and stable, it gives context to the servant’s quarters.
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“Il papà di Tiramisù”, Ado Campeol, has died aged 93. Owner of the Alle Beccherie restaurant in Treviso, where the famous dessert was invented in 1969.
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Halloween may not be the most celebrated festivity, but there is no end of spooky places to visit in Italy. We take a look at seven of the most spine-chilling sites.
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