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Money manager Mario Gabelli made an offer for the last Italian football club still owned the Berlusconi family. Gabelli, who runs GAMCO Investors Inc., bid for AC Monza, valuing the team as much as €60 million ($66 million), according to people familiar with the matter. The offer expires early next week, the people said. The Berlusconi family holdi...

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The Ministry of Culture announces that the jury for the selection of the city “Italian Capital of Contemporary Art” for the year 2026 has chosen the 5 finalist projects after reviewing the 23 applications received. These are the 5 finalists: Carrara (Tuscany): “Carrara - For 2000 years contemporary”; Gallarate (Lombardy): “La Cultura del Fare. The...

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George Clooney’s villa is a 20-minute drive up the lake shore road from Como’s stadium. Kate Beckinsale was a spectator in the stands last weekend. Celebrity spottings and weddings have long been a pastime on Italy’s famous lake, which is known for its majestic views of the Alps. Now there’s another reason to visit: The local soccer team is making...

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Nestled along the shores of Lake Como, the charming village of Varenna offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and culture. While it may be smaller than its more famous neighbors like Bellagio and Como, Varenna has a peaceful allure and is an ideal destination for travelers seeking to escape the crowds. Whether you’re drawn to i...

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Certain events define calendars around the world, like Labor Day in the U.S. and the Ambrosetti Forum in Italy. Both occur in September, and in 2024, the Italian American community experienced a historic occasion: The European House – Ambrosetti (TEHA) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its flagship annual event, Scenario, held at the iconic Villa...

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The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan was inaugurated on September 15, 1867. For 157 years, it has symbolized elegance and sophistication, earning its place as a must-see landmark during a luxurious stay in Milan. Here are 10 intriguing facts about one of Milan and Italy’s architectural icons to mark this anniversary. The Milan’s Galleria Vitt...

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Autostrade per l'Italia is celebrating a unique milestone: the 100th anniversary of the world's first highway, the A8 Milan-Varese. Also known as the Autostrada dei Laghi, it was inaugurated by King Vittorio Emanuele III in a Lancia Trikappa on September 21, 1924, when there were only 60,000 cars in all of Italy. It was built by the Milanese entrep...

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Surrounding Varese rise numerous points of interest to explore during an out-of-town trip. The area is dotted with places that combine high naturalistic appeal with ancient historical relics and spectacular evidence of the art and ingenuity of human beings. What are the hidden treasures of the province of Varese? Here are some of the most beautiful...

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Today, we are making a trip outside of Italy. Well, at least for a little while. Yes, because we’re taking a closer look at the Bernina Express, a scenic train journey that uniquely links the Belpaese with one of its closest neighbors, Switzerland, on a route that offers travelers the opportunity to experience the transition from Italy’s picturesqu...

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Delta announced an expansion of its trans-Atlantic flight schedule for the summer of 2025, introducing new routes and increasing service frequency to several European destinations from its U.S. hubs. Catania, Sicily: Delta will start daily flights from New York-JFK to Catania in May 2025. Naples, Italy: Four-times-weekly flights from Atlanta to Nap...

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