Studio Imaginarium unveils ORA, an Earth Day performance of space and Earth's sounds
On April 22nd each year, Earth Day serves as a vital annual opportunity to demonstrate widespread commitment to environmental protection. This global event, created on April 22, 1970, and coordinated by www.earthday.org, now mobilizes over 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. During what was its 55th anniversary, the Italian Cultural Insti...
Italians and their pets: trends, costs, and the growing pet economy
More than half of Italians (56%) own at least one pet: 36% have at least one dog, and 33% have at least one cat. The remaining 44% are divided between those who don’t have pets but would like to (20%) and those who have chosen not to own any pets (24%). On average, keeping a pet costs 65 euros per month (780 euros per year), excluding healthcare an...
Italy’s push for electric mobility: progress and challenges
Italy is accelerating its transition to electric mobility. On one hand, public charging infrastructure continues to expand: by December 31, 2024, there were 64,391 installed points, a 27% increase from the previous year, with a notable 47% growth in fast DC chargers. Although nearly 16% of the points were still awaiting activation at the end of 202...
The 800th anniversary of the Cantico delle creature
Today, the conclave begins in Rome to elect the successor of Pope Francis. The name Francesco was chosen as a tribute to Saint Francis of Assisi, who is also the patron saint of Italy. This year marks the 800th anniversary of the writing of the Cantico delle creature (Canticle of the Creatures), Saint Francis's most important work—a prayer and prai...
Opera in the Piazza 2025 - New Orleans
Friday, June 6th · 7:00 PM CT. 377 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA. The American Italian Cultural Center's annual event- Opera in the Piazza- returns to entertain you. Featuring local and national opera stars, your evening will be filled with your favorite opera, Broadway, and song hits, accompanied with food and drink from local vendors, making this t...
Welcome to Rome to the US Ambassador to Italy H.E. Tilman J. Fertitta
We the Italians, the Italian media company dedicated to promoting relations between Italy and the United States with a special focus on the Italian American community, is pleased to welcome the U.S. Ambassador to Italy, Tilman J. Fertitta, to Rome, a proud Italian American himself with deep roots. We look forward to continuing our work as a bridge...
Opera Festival Of Chicago brings back The Love of Three Kings after 70 years
The Opera Festival of Chicago will open its fifth season on Friday, May 9 with a performance of The Love of Three Kings (L’Amore dei tre Re), bringing a long-lost Italian masterwork to the Chicago stage for the first time in 70 years. The season offers opera lovers a rich lineup of rarely performed works, bold storytelling, and thrilling music acro...
Marisi La Jolla: A masterpiece in Italian elegance
When Marisi La Jolla opened in 2022, it introduced a new level of Italian fine dining to La Jolla Village. The space exudes vintage coastal glamour with beautiful art deco flourishes throughout. Guests can dine inside the stylish Lemon Room, at the marble bar, or enjoy the fresh ocean breeze on the patio or deck. Marisi executive chef Cameron Ingle...
Italians in America – Our Immigrant Stories: From coast of Italy to Jersey Shore, seafood empire still swimming after 100 years
Danielle La Monica La Vecchia Rauso’s ancestors immigrated from Palermo in the 1890s. Her great-grandparents Peter and Mary La Monica started their small fish store at the market on 13th Avenue in Brooklyn in 1923. At the time there wasn’t a Garden State Parkway and very few bridges, so they eventually wound up moving the family operation to the Ca...
Where to find luxury in Turin: the city’s most exclusive neighbourhoods
Turin is undoubtedly one of the most elegant cities in Piedmont – and in all of Italy. Its long arcaded streets, 19th-century squares, leafy parks and neighbourhoods filled with Art Nouveau buildings reflect the charm of the former capital of the House of Savoy. Unsurprisingly, the city offers plenty of opportunities for those seeking luxury homes....
A Taste of Italy Continues to Spread Around Connecticut
I'm fully Italian yet have never been to Italy, so when a piece of Italy makes its way to our state, I jump at the situation. I may be biased, but Italian food is the best kind of food. The desserts too are completely unmatched. You may not agree and that's fine, but I stand by my word. Back in June of 2024, Oggi Gelato opened their first location...
Celebrating A.P. Giannini
The San Francisco Little Italy Honor Walk invites you to join us for two events celebrating the life and contributions of Amadeo Pietro “A.P.” Giannini. PROGRAM4:00 PMPlaque Unveiling Ceremony Honoring Amadeo Pietro “A.P.” Gianniniin collaboration with Bank of America and the San Francisco Little Italy Honor Walk—–Location:1600 Stockton Street, San...