Analysis: Storm clouds gather over Monti's Italy reform drive
Storm clouds are gathering over Mario Monti's efforts to transform the Italian economy, with his approval ratings dropping, mounting protests against his reforms and a damaging row with the parties that sustain him in parliament.
Springtime Emotions at ENIT New York: Introducing “Aperitivo in Piazza”
On March 27 ENIT offered an Italian style “Aperitivo,” an occasion for lovers of Italy to come together and better understand the culture and the lifestyle of the boot-shaped country, and to discover Italy's up-and-coming areas and hidden gems.
“Change the World”, un progetto italiano alle Nazioni Unite
Diplomatici porta centinaia di studenti italiani al Palazzo di Vetro delle Nazioni Unite per “Change the World”, un meeting internazionale dedicato alla diplomazia e alle organizzazioni internazionali.
Elisa Toffoli, da Monfalcone al mercato discografico americano
Elisa Toffoli, da Monfalcone al mercato discografico americano. Elisa Toffoli – originaria di Monfalcone - ha trionfato ieri al Living Room di New York, dove si è esibita per l'uscita dell'album Steppin' On the Water nel mercato americano. In un giorno Elisa ha svettato all'8° posto della classifica dei dischi più venduti su Amazon.
It's About Togetherness
Italian poet Paola Pennecchi and Canadian photographer Allison Harris have joined forces to create an evocative, coffee table-sized book entitled "Traslochi" ("Moving on" in English), and will present it at Galleria Spaziotemporaneo in Milan on Friday, March 30.
Divers recover 5 bodies from Italy Costa Concordia wreck
Divers on Monday recovered five bodies found last week in the wreck of the Costa Concordia, two months after the cruise ship struck a reef and capsized off Italy's Tuscan coast.
'Italian Oscars' accused of nepotism
Italy's "Oscars" are riddled with nepotism and corruption according to an article in a leading italian newspaper yesterday. The famous David di Donatello awards, widely regarded as the country's top film honours, are, according to il Fatto Quotidiano, in urgent need of drastic overhaul.
Wines of Europe Look to Asia to Offset Slowdown at Home
Over all, Italian wine exports rose 13 percent last year, to 4.4 billion euros, or $5.8 billion, according to Vinitaly. But in Asia, Italy has some ground to make up.
Monti 'has restored Italy's credibility' says Japan PM 'Great appreciation for his abilities,' says Noda
Mario Monti has restored Italy's credibility with the international community by enacting reforms since taking over as emergency prime minister when the euro crisis deepened in November, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda said Wednesday.
Italian winemakers reduce their carbon footprint Environmentally friendly products receive certification
ANSA. Italian winemakers' continue to innovate and are ever-more focused on environmental issues, Environment Minister Corrado Clini said on Tuesday at Verona's Vinitaly, the world's largest wine expo.
Rico’s Not On A ‘Rolla
What has turned into a sort of Commedia all’Italo Americana for Santorum has shown that the Republican electorate can’t seem to figure out who they want to run in the general election. I still can’t figure out if he’s Pantalone, Dottor Balanzone, Tartaglia or a mix of all three (also referred to as “masks”, these three principle characters or archetypes are pivotal to the Italian Commedia dell'Arte). With time ticking down, it’s pretty much statistically impossible for “Puerto” Rico Santorum to win the GOP nomination.
Video film Italy Seen at its Margins
Italy Seen at its Margins:
Visual Culture and Social Exclusion Since 1861 Lecturer:David Forgacs, NYU.On the occasion of the opening of the exhibition. ITALY’S MARGINS: Social Exclusion in Photography and Film 1860-2010″
Visual Culture and Social Exclusion Since 1861 Lecturer:David Forgacs, NYU.On the occasion of the opening of the exhibition. ITALY’S MARGINS: Social Exclusion in Photography and Film 1860-2010″
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