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Read the reactions of other Italian politicians about this. It a surprise that they are surprised at things like this. This has provoked magistrates’ ire: “Denigrating institutions abroad is serious”. [Read more…] Read More »
Tag Archives: News
Female skeleton found in Mona Lisa search
May 28, 2011
Can this discovery at a former convent in Florence be the skeleton of the famous Mona Lisa? It would be interesting to see what comes up from this find. [Read more…] Read More »
Sardinia’s Ferry Price Crisis
May 19, 2011
It isn’t great news for those who were planning their summer vacation in Sardinia. Fare hikes range from 90% to 110%. The main ferry companies Moby, SNAV, Grandi Navi Veloci are blaming oil prices. [Read more…] Read More »
Number of Italian weddings down sharply in last two years
May 19, 2011
The number of Italian weddings have dropped by 9.4% in Rome in the last two years as couples are saying that it’s now more difficult to find jobs and homes. Living here in Rome for the past 5 years, I can confirm that! It took us more than 4 years to find our place and ... Read More »
New Vatican tours for blind and deaf
February 26, 2011
The Vatican is now introducing new tours for the sight- and hearing-impaired where visitors allowed to touch selected works. [Read more…] Read More »
Rare baby basking shark spotted off Taranto
February 17, 2011
The basking shark is the world’s second-biggest shark and poses little danger to people. This one was spotted off Southern Italy. [Read more…] Read More »
Woman, 88, passes driving test
February 17, 2011
I thought this is a nice light note to show that it’s never too late to go after something you want. [Read more…] Read More »
Soccer: Italy not yet as good as Germany, says Prandelli
February 11, 2011
When Germany scored the first goal we were all moaning. I told my husband that I would be happy to see a draw and that happened. Yes, I am still supporting Italy even when they may not be at their best. Forza Azzurri!! [Read more…] Read More »
Ferrari to use race car’s full name to dodge Ford charge
February 11, 2011
The F1 season hasn’t started yet and there is already some controversy about Ferrari as Ford claims that F150 which is a pick-up was virtually the same as F-150. [Read more…] Read More »
Gelmini Wants Schools to Stay Open on Unification Holiday
February 11, 2011
I honestly don’t think the students here will be happy about this. There has been a lot of discussion about this holiday which will be in March. [Read more…] Read More »