Pride, passion and purpose, an Italian baseball vision realized
I’ve been caught up all day with how important today’s Team Italy win was for what we’re trying to build in Italy and what we’re fighting for among Italian Americans. We understand baseball in Italy is a niche, and harnessing our interests in Italian Americans in the game is even more specific. But after today, do you see why? On the biggest stage,...
Remains of Basilica of Vitruvius may have been found
The remains of the fabled Basilica of Vitruvius, the first century BC Roman architect who was rediscovered by Leonardo da Vinci and other Renaissance greats and whose treatise on architecture remained a classic text for centuries, may finally have been discovered at Fano in Marche, archaeologists said saturday. The Basilica of Vitruvius, which was...
Team Italy advances to WBC Tokyo quarterfinals after 7-1 win over Kingdom of the Netherlands
After suffering a 2-0 shutout to Panama the day prior at Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium, the Italians returned for a win-or-go home game under the lights against Kingdom of the Netherlands on Sunday, March 12, 2023 and punched their ticket to the second round of the World Baseball Classic in Tokyo after defeating the Dutch 7-1. Before t...
Donation of nearly $5 million for Boboli Amphitheater from American patron Veronika Atkins
Four and a half million euros (about $4.8 million), the largest payment from a private individual ever made to a Florentine museum: benefiting the Uffizi Galleries. This immense act of sponsorship was made by U.S. patron Veronika Atkins. The huge sum will be used to fully restore the amphitheater of the Boboli Gardens, as part of the wide-ranging '...
Mission Classic: IABF-FIBS Docuseries Part 2
"Mission Classic," a three-part docuseries featuring an inside look at the Italian National Baseball Team before and during the 2023 World Baseball Classic, is now LIVE! Part 2 is about a Team Italy mini camp and send-off dinner in Arizona. This piece was produced in partnership by the Federation of Italian Baseball and Softball and the Italian Ame...
What is a Masseria? Farms Turned Luxury Hotels in Puglia
I love the region of Puglia and we take frequent trips down to the “heel” of Italy’s boot. The rugged beaches, white washed villages, natural wonders, and amazing food are a few of the reasons I can’t get enough of the area. But I’m also drawn to the unique homes in Puglia – from the cone-topped trulli houses to the Masseria in the countryside. I r...
No Italian Film is Up for the Best International Feature Film Oscar. Here's What to Watch Instead
Back in September, Italy presented Mario Martone’s Nostalgia for consideration as a nominee for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards, which will air this Sunday, March 12. Nostalgia ultimately didn’t make the cut for candidacy, but Italy — Rome in particular — remains a cinematic stronghold in Hollywood’s eyes; just yesterday,...
Avezzano: A Gateway to Central Italy’s Natural Wonders
Nestled at the foot of the Apennine Mountains, Avezzano is a small yet vibrant city in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Despite its size, Avezzano is a gateway to some of the most stunning natural wonders of Central Italy, making it a popular destination for travelers seeking outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Avezzano’s history dates back to...
103-year-old Camarillo woman hits the gym 3 to 4 times a week
At 103 years young, you'd never guess Teresa Moore is a gym rat. She hits the gym three to four times a week. "It gives me energy," she said. With her hair, makeup and jewels perfectly in place, she gets a pump from lifting weights, and revving up her heart rate on the treadmill. Her daughter Sheila Moore said the gym is her mom's happy place. "Th...
Short track: Italy's Sighel bags gold and silver at worlds
Italy's Pietro Sighel on Saturday won a gold and a silver at the world short track speed skating championships in Seoul, Italy's first male gold in the championships for 24 years. The 23-year-old from Trento first won gold in the 500-metre race, thanks to a stunning last lap that allowed him to move up from third to first place. Then, in the 1,500-...
A magnificent new train route along the Italian coast has just launched
The Nightjet train service is revolutionizing travel throughout Europe, from Germany and Austria to Italy and the Ligurian coast. With comfortable sleeping cabins, delicious dining options, and convenient departure times, it's no wonder the Nightjet has become a popular choice for travelers. The journey begins in Munich or Vienna, with the train ma...
Father Louie was a proud Italian. He understood us culturally, spiritually and spoke our language
Father Louis M. Solcia, the associate pastor at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Little Italy, was a kind and gentle soul, and he had the patience of a saint. He was a good listener and truly cared about what people said and was always compassionate and understanding. He was truly one of a kind! I believe because of his personality many Italian fam...