Whenever the name Mario Balotelli is brought up, particularly in Italy, the conversation is almost inevitably laced with a sense of regret. There is that lingering “What if?”, a collective sigh over a player who possessed the raw, undeniable potential to be one of the best in the world, if only things had been different. … Read more
Brazil great Ronaldinho has landed in Ravenna, a city more famous for its nearby beaches than its soccer team. The lyrics “and the world’s going to know your name” seemed ironically superfluous as one of soccer’s most recognizable figures stepped on stage in front of thousands of fans on Thursday. (Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / … Read more
Pep Guardiola has spoken to the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) about becoming their next national team head coach. Reports claim that Guardiola is seen as the man to turn around the Italians’ fortunes, after they failed to qualify for a third World Cup in a row. Whether or not Guardiola wants the job remains to … Read more
Heat fuels travel collapse Naples Airport. Once 12 flights per day. Every successor in every seat, maybe even in John. Boeing 747. The airport is so busy it could have started its own city. Noisy, although you can still buy fresh mozzarella packaged in Styrofoam to take home. This was to be a full non-stop … Read more
The woman killed in the massive inferno that engulfed a resort in the Dominican Republic was an Italian mother of two who was visiting family on the island when the fire broke out. Francesca Valentino was the only person killed at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach hotel, which caught fire on Friday. The fire forced … Read more
The customer is always right in Texas – at least once a week. A modern Italian restaurant serving a sumptuous meal A new promotion rolls out every Tuesday on “Pay What You Want” day, allowing cash-strapped diners to decide how much dough they want to pay. Adam Orman and Fiore Tedesco III, co-owners of L’Oca … Read more
Arts The urn was reportedly stolen from the church of San Michele Arcangelo di Cangiano sometime between 2012 and 2022. The FBI’s Boston office said the urn was recovered from an antiques dealer in the Northeast who bought it from an Italian dealer. Boston FBI The FBI’s Boston Division has recovered a 17th-century reliquary that … Read more
Nike has revealed a one-of-a-kind creation for Jannik Sinner through its premium Atelier program, following the immense backlash over the Italian’s recent kit. The sportswear giant crafted an exclusive collection for the World No. 2 that combines its ACG outdoor performance line with highly personalized elements, exclusive to Sinner. This distinctive release arrives just days … Read more
Between screenings, a diverse lineup of gastronomic experiences, talks and theatre led our culinary horizons to new frontiers. Tastings of Fresa di Ittiri cheese from Sardinia and beer made of grape must derived from Moscato wine production are delicious reminders that an extensive network of independent producers and agricultural associations are the beating hearts behind Italy’s world-renowned cuisine. … Read more
Manhattan, New York (Pix11– In some restaurants, food can be a religious experience. This can be said to a new Italian restaurant in the Soho neighborhood in New York City, where the owner of the “papal chef” was wiped in Rome for 10 years. After preparing meals for two chapters in the Vatican – John … Read more