LIFE & PEOPLE

“I may be 90 years old, but in my heart, I am still that little girl who dreamed of a better tomorrow. So tonight, let us all dream together.” Sophia Loren radiated elegance as she greeted the audience at the …

“My upbringing until the age of 10, in a certain sense, took place in Italy because Little Italy was filled with Sicilians, Neapolitans, and Campanians. Those memories have influenced me as an artist, so for me, returning to Italy is …

Every weekend throughout next month, the Marsh San Francisco will open its doors to a new show called Lettere D’Amore (Letters of Love), a compelling theatrical monologue written by renowned Italian writer and feminist activist Dacia Maraini and performed by …

Valentina Martelli, a recognized Italian-American journalist and producer, is an inspiring force in the international media landscape. Featured in Forbes for her work in connecting Italian and American entertainment, Martelli has demonstrated her entrepreneurial spirit by founding the ITTV International …

Matera is known for its stone-carved architecture and unique cultural heritage, but this isn’t why the town has made the front pages of Italian newspapers in recent times.  After its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2019, Matera …

Santa Severina is a historic village in the province of Crotone, Calabria, about 30 kilometers inland from the city of Crotone itself. Built on a hill overlooking the Neto River Valley, Santa Severina is famous for its breathtaking views of …

The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) celebrated its 49th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 26, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC. The black-tie event, which was sold out weeks in advance, was once again an opportunity to celebrate …

In recent years, Italy has faced a demographic shift, with a rising number of citizens moving abroad in search of better opportunities, while only a smaller fraction of expatriates chooses to return home. According to the Fondazione Migrantes’ 19th report …

The Watts Towers are an extraordinary symbol of immigrant resilience and artistic ambition and are, today, one of Los Angeles’ most beloved and unique landmarks. Conceived and built over three decades by Italian immigrant Sabato “Simon” Rodia, the Towers capture …

The Festival del Torrone in Cremona is an annual celebration of the city’s iconic nougat, torrone, that takes place  each November.This delightful event, typically held over nine days, offers the opportunity to explore the history, flavors, and cultural traditions of …