Bon Jovi feuds with Jersey Shore mayor over eatery for the poor
On a silver horse he rides to the rescue of the homeless and hungry. Jon Bon Jovi is not backing down in his mission to feed the poor even after a mayor in his home state slammed the singer for turning a public library into a “day shelter and soup kitchen.” Toms River Mayor Daniel Rodrick bashed county commissioners for allowing Bon Jovi’s JBJ Soul...
The evolution of Northeastern Italy: embracing digitalization and innovation
In Italy, high-tech bottles used to store COVID-19 vaccines were produced in Padua, while the first civilian drones approved by the National Civil Aviation Authority came from a startup in Bolzano. Additionally, a Venetian company developed air conditioning systems designed to cool the massive data centers of artificial intelligence. These innovati...
The Italo-American Federal Credit Union Celebrates 90-year Milestone
The Italo-American Federal Credit Union is celebrating 90 years this month, making it one of the longest-running institutions of its kind across the United States. “Our charter number is something like 110, which is very low. I’m not sure the 109 before us are all in operation anymore,” says Craig Montalbano, CEO. “It’s a testament to the operation...
President Mattarella awards 29 "Alfieri della Repubblica"
President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella has awarded 29 Certificates of Honor of "Alfiere della Repubblica" to young individuals who, in 2024, distinguished themselves in studies, cultural, scientific, artistic, and sports activities, in volunteer work, or carried out acts inspired by civic sense, altruism, and solidarity. Alongside individual a...
The Symphony of Life: Mother-Daughter Duo Drs. Gilda and Mary Rorro Receive “Ten for Trenton” Award at Capitol Philharmonic Concert
Drs. Gilda and Mary Rorro are set to receive a mother-daughter duo honor for the Ten for Trenton Award for contributions to our community. The Award will be presented to the Honorees at the Capitol Philharmonic Drama & Irony Italian-themed concert on Saturday, April 12th at 7:30pm at the historic Patriots Theater at the War Memorial in Trenton, N.J...
It’s Not Too Early to Start Planning a Trip for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Northern Italy
Much of the world’s eyes are on Milan as Design Week gears up for kickoff, but city leaders and businesspeople are counting down to an even bigger event: the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, which are less than a year away. The region is abuzz as ticket sales prepare to launch on April 8 (Paralympic event tickets are already available). Though...
UConn's Geno Auriemma Becomes Oldest Coach to Win MCBB, WCBB Title in NCAA D-1 History
UConn Huskies women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma became the oldest coach to win a Division I basketball title in either the men's or women's sports following the team's 12th championship on Sunday. "Well, all those other coaches had the good sense to not stick around until they were 71," Auriemma said, per ESPN's Michael Voepel following the 8...
We the ItaliaNews: Italy in english. Episode 9/2025
The awful impact of US tariffs on Italian exports and industries Cagliari tops the climate livability index in Italy for 2024 Cultural heritage in Italy to be valued based on its use value starting in 2026 A dream come true: thirty thousand outdated Italian laws repealed Italians trust traditional media more than social platforms, but internet now...
Lunch break habits in Italy's cities
The lunch break with a sandwich and coffee, perhaps just a few steps away from the office, remains a popular habit among workers in Italy. It's often seen as a more convenient option compared to bringing lunch from home, but it can also vary in cost depending on the city. A new survey on the average spending of Italians for a sandwich and coffee, c...
Monks of Norcia’s beer win big at untappd community awards
A major achievement for the Benedictine monks of the Abbey of Norcia: their Birra Nursia won three awards at the Untappd Community Awards, prestigious honors in the craft beer world. The monks from Umbria earned gold for the best Italian Belgian Tripel, silver for their Blonde in the Belgian Blonde category, and bronze for their Extra in the Belgia...
Medford (OR) students visit sister city Alba, Italy
Local students from North and South Medford High Schools are saying ciao to Medford’s Italian sister city, Alba, through a cultural exchange program in their tour across Italy. The students have visited Rome, Turin, and of course, Alba, where student Will Brock stopped to sing at a cathedral. The Medford Alba City Sister Exchange Association says t...
La Trattoria brings NYC flavor to Montgomery, AL
Mario Enriquez grew up around food. As a young man, he opened two restaurants in New York, then another in California. Five months ago, he moved his family to Alabama deciding it was time to bring some NYC flavor to the MGM. His restaurant La Trattoria just opened. “I’m nervous and excited,” said Enriquez. He’s had restaurants on both coasts, but s...
