Meet Anyma, the Italian American DJ who conquered The Sphere in Las Vegas
Italian American DJ and producer Matteo Milleri, aka Anyma, presented the audio/visual ‘Genesys’ show in Las Vegas, which has fascinated audiences around the world. His residency at The Sphere is a significant milestone. Initially scheduled for a limited run from December 27, 2024, to January 1, 2025, the overwhelming demand led to the addition of...
The End-of-2024 Address by President Sergio Mattarella to the Italians
Italian President Sergio Mattarella delivered his traditional end-of-year address on December 31, 2024, highlighting the critical issues facing Italy and the world. The central theme of his speech was the urgent call for peace amid a year marked by escalating global tensions and persistent conflicts. With particular reference to the ongoing war in...
Palm Beach Cavallino Classic To Host Ferrari F80’s North American Premiere
The recently launched Ferrari F80 will make its North American premiere at the 2025 Palm Beach Cavallino Classic on 24 January 2025, event organizers have confirmed. The 1,200 hp Ferrari F80 supercar represents the pinnacle of automotive innovation and performance, following in the footsteps of Prancing Horse legends such as the 288 GTO, F40, F50,...
Vittoriale degli Italiani surpasses 300,000 visitors: a historic milestone
The Vittoriale degli Italiani, the mansion-museum celebrating the figure of Gabriele d’Annunzio in Gardone Riviera, has reached a historic milestone: 300,000 visitors in a single year. An ambitious goal, set by the Foundation and President Giordano Bruno Guerri after the Vittoriale’s centennial in 2021, which marked a moment of revival despite the...
Dinucci’s restaurant has long been a ‘mecca’ for Italian dinners in Valley Ford
In the small, sleepy town of Valley Ford, CA, the building that houses Dinucci's restaurant has remained a constant for over a century — first as a hotel for travelers and ranchers, and then as an Italian dining staple. Around 1908, the Brambani family (also referred to as Brombani) erected a stately hostelry known as the Depot Hotel, according to...
Dante’s exile and a James Bond set: Culture without the crowds in Italy’s most beautiful villages
Italy is peppered with villages from hilltop hamlets crowned by medieval castles to coastal resorts with fishing-boat-filled bays. The association ‘i borghi più belli d’Italia’ - the most beautiful villages in Italy - celebrates, promotes and preserves these tiny treasures. As cities like Venice and Florence battle overtourism, venturing to these q...
“A Citizen of All Places, Contemporary of All Ages”: A Volume Celebrates the Legacy of Neapolitan Enlightenment Philosopher Gaetano Filangieri
Edited by Professor Amedeo Arena of the University of Naples Federico II – the Italian university celebrating its 800th anniversary this year – the book Cittadino di tutti i luoghi, contemporaneo di tutte l’età: l’universalità del pensiero di Filangieri brings together essays by legal scholars, historians, and philosophers, exploring the universal...
Isabella Rossellini unveils the quiet influence of women in the Vatican in "Conclave" movie
In the mystery thriller Conclave, Italian American actress Isabella Rossellini portrays Sister Agnes, a nun who plays a pivotal role during the secretive process of selecting a new Pope. The film delves into the clandestine world of the Vatican's papal conclave, shedding light on the subtle yet significant influence of women within the traditionall...
Contemporary Italian artist reimagines stolen Caravaggio masterpiece
In 1969, Caravaggio's masterpiece, Nativity with Saint Francis and Saint Lawrence, was stolen from the Oratory of Saint Lawrence in Palermo, Sicily. Despite extensive investigations, the painting remains missing, leaving a significant void in the art world. Now, the Amici dei Musei Siciliani initiated a project inviting contemporary Italian artists...
RIP, TONY: Noto, former Brooklyn Italians coach, passes away
Tony Noto, whose success as a local soccer coach was bypassed only by his passion for the beautiful game, has passed away. He was 70 years old. Noto was a head coach or assistant coach with several teams in the metropolitan area over several decades. He was an assistant under Mike Rybak when the Brooklyn Italians captured the 1991 Lamar Hunt U.S. O...
10 Years without Pino Daniele: we miss you so much
Some extraordinary artists of Italian music are not as well-known in America as they deserve to be. One of these masters is certainly the magnificent Pino Daniele, a symbol of Naples and of all of Italy that loves the city we adore here at We the Italians. Ten years after the passing of Pino Daniele, his music and influence remain a cornerstone of...
Maserati Marks 110 Years of Italian Elegance and Automotive Excellence
Maserati, the iconic Italian luxury car manufacturer, commemorated its 110th anniversary in December 2024 with a series of global events that highlighted its rich heritage and forward-looking vision. These celebrations served as a platform to introduce new models and engage with enthusiasts worldwide. In Modena, Italy, Maserati's historic headquart...