In Italy, Shantytowns of Refugees Reflect Paradox on Asylum
The abandoned university building on the outskirts of Rome, colloquially known as Salaam Palace, was once a sparsely populated makeshift shelter where new arrivals from Africa — fleeing war, persecution and economic turmoil — squatted to create their own refuge.
Italian premier launches new campaign coalition, paving way for possible new term
Italian Premier Mario Monti announced Friday he is heading a new campaign coalition made of up centrists, business leaders and pro-Vatican forces who back his “ethical” vision of politics, aiming for a second mandate in office if his fledging reform movement wins big in parliamentary elections.
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Piero Corsi, Italian Priest, Says 'Provocative' Women To Blame For Spate Of Domestic Violence
An Italian priest found himself embroiled in a national controversy this week after a Christmas bulletin he posted in his church went viral.
Ups and Downs of Moving Onto the Playing Field
Mario Monti announces his formal entry into politics after 13 months of technical leader of Italy. The outgoing Premier has won the support of the Vatican. However, the polls continue to tell the story. They suggest that Monti has obtained the 20% of the potential electorate for the national general elections slated to take place in late February. Polls also show Silvio Berlusconi (on the right with his troubled Freedom Party (PdL)) at about the same amount while Pier Luigi Bersani (on the left with Partito Democratico) is expected to have at least 35% of vote.
December 27, 2012
Happy New Year with Rosanna's Lentils Recipe
In Italy, eating lentils on New Year's Eve traditionally symbolizes the hope for a prosperous new year. So are you ready to cook with Rosanna?
New Year’s Fireworks Banned in Many Italian Cities
New Year is seen in with a bang in Italy – with lots of bangs caused by thousands of fireworks actually, and, sadly, with lots of accidents, injuries and even some loss of life. This year, the number of incidents should fall as a number of major Italian cities and local councils ban traditional end of year fireworks.
Holiday spending drops in Italy for 2012
Italian consumer group Federconsumatori said on Wednesday that overall holiday spending in the country plummeted 14% compared to 2011. Consumers purchased 3% fewer toys and 4% less electronic goods, the report said.
Monti to appear on electoral list of party that backs agenda
Italian Premier Mario Monti will appear on the electoral list of the party backing his reforms platform, according to comments made on Thursday by one of the politicians that supports him.
December 27, 2012
East Coast Artist Washed Up in Carmel
DON'T BE AFRAID OF SILLY IDEAS. I went from unknown to well-known with this ridiculous photo of me standing waist deep in the Pacific Ocean.
December 26, 2012
IAWA Welcomes Jonathan Galassi and Jane Tylus on Saturday, January 12, 2013
"An emotionally riveting collection that tells a powerful story of passion, loss, and transformation." @ Good Reads
The three rules of IAWA: Read One Another, Write or Be Written,
and Buy Our Books.
The Italian American Writers Association (IAWA) presents writers Jonathan Galassi and Jane Tylus on Saturday, January 12, 2013, at the Cornelia Street Café, 29 Cornelia Street in New York City’s West Village, (212-989-9319); www.corneliastreetcafe.com. The reading takes place from 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. and kicks off with Open Mic readings of five minutes after which the featured writers take the stage.
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