NYC. The Society of Foreign Consuls Honors the Work of 20 Women
On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, twenty women from different countries were recognized by the Society of Foreign Consuls in New York City. These women were awarded for their outstanding achievements and contribution to community empowerment in the USA.Among them, an Italian powerful woman, Monica M. Mandelli, Managing Director at Golden Sachs, led by Italy's Consul General in New York, the Hon. Natalia Quintavalle.
March 11, 2015
Frank Sinatra, "American Icon"
American Theatre Wing
Sinatra sings at New York's Stage Door Canteen in 1944.
It's Francis Albert's 100th birthday, and a new exhibition at Lincoln Center pays homage
Court Sentences Take Center Stage
The banner headlines this week in Italy focus upon the successful passage in the lower house (and so far only there) of a constitutional reform bill that would drastically curb the powers of the Senate. But other key decisions, including on Silvio Berlusconi, gay marriage and assisted reproductive technology, have propelled the courts, even more than the parliament itself, onto center stage.
Regional Lazio Court Rules in Support of Gay Plaintiffs
As the only country left in Western Europe to not have same-sex marriage legalized, Italy is taking steps regionally to provide more rights to homosexual couples. This Monday, the transcription of gay marriages performed abroad was ruled in favor of the gay plaintiffs.
Expo Milano 2015 Brings with it Other Major Art Openings
8.5 million people have already bought their tickets for the Expo Milano 2015 collaboration with big name Italian fashion designers, the theme of which is “Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life”. Giorgio Armani is scheduled to open the Expo as special ambassador on April 30th with his Privé Haute Couture line fashion show.
Italian Indie-Sensation Levante Debuts in the US
Like a hot wind blowing in from the East, Levante, born Claudia Lagona, is about to make her US debut at SXSW, the annual music, film, and interactive conference and festival held in Austin, TX, taking place on March 17 – 21, 2015. Showcase dates follow on Monday March 23 in Los Angeles at Genghis Cohen, and on Wednesday March 25 at The Standard, East Village in New York.
Le madri, risorsa della società
So di incamminarmi in un terreno irto di insidie nel parlare di donne senza dimenticare che il più delle volte sono anche madri, eppure Napoli ha retto socialmente solo fino a quando hanno retto le donne, donne coraggiose, tenaci, carnali, faticatrici, sostanza di passione e sacrificio, e tra tutte loro, le donne lavoratrici e madri
March 9, 2015
Andrea Cuomo, Immigrant Pebble Artisan
A still from "Castle," Governor Andrew Cuomo's 2014 election campaign ad.
My on-going research on the Italian-American art of pebble decoration leads me to the father and grandfather of two New York State governors.
Emilia-Romagna’s Food Crowned Italy’s Best
“Italy’s Greatest Gastronomic Treasure, Emilia Romagna.” This is the title’s of David Rosengarten’s latest article published on Forbes, an extensive piece that goes beyond Parmigiano-Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella, tortellini and balsamic vinegar.
Florence and New York. United in Diversity
For Dario Nardella, the mayor of Florence currently visiting New York, there is a great cultural bridge tying together “New York, the world’s greatest global city, and Florence, the world’s smallest global city”.
During his brief trip, a plan for property investment in his city was also presented.
"The Art Show" Features Italian Artists and Influences
"The Art Show," an annual fair of the Art Dealer's Association of America, located at the Park Avenue Armory, includes multiple artworks by Italian Impressionists and Futurists. Many other works draw clear inspiration and influence from these Italian artists.
Firenze e New York. Unite nella diversità
Per Dario Nardella, sindaco di Firenze in visita a New York, un grande ponte culturale lega “New York, la più grande città globale del mondo a Firenze, la più piccola città globale del mondo”. Nel corso del suo breve viaggio, presentato anche un piano degli investimenti immobiliari nella sua città.
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