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Trallalero is a highly distinctive form of polyphonic singing that originated in Genoa, Italy, known for its complex harmonies and unique use of vocal techniques. Traditionally performed by male ensembles, trallalero features a complex arrangement of different vocal parts. The …

On March 28, 2025, the Italian Council of Ministers adopted Decree Law No. 36, introducing a set of legislative measures to reform the country’s citizenship by descent regulations. The aim, as clarified in the official press release by the Ministry …

Spring is here and it’s time to bring it to our tables! I love comfort food all year round, not only in the colder months, and this week’s recipe is something I like to make when the sun starts shining …

I was born Catholic, like most Italians of my generation. Brought up by devout grandparents, they taught me how to make the sign of the cross the right way and the words of all prayers. Today, at the ripe age …

The Catholic Church is preparing for a historic transition following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His passing has set in motion the historical process of electing a new pope, with the …

The Festa dei Ceri, or Saint Ubaldo Day, is a centuries-old tradition held annually on May 15 in the medieval town of Gubbio, in Umbria. The festivity honors Saint Ubaldo Baldassini, the town’s patron saint, who died in 1160. Central …

For many Italian-Americans, the connection to Italy is not only cultural but also very practical: maybe you’ve inherited a family home in Puglia; maybe you’re finally buying that dream property in Umbria; or maybe you’ve discovered a long-lost bank account …

Widely regarded as one of the greatest works of Western literature, The Divine Comedy has captivated readers for more than 700 years. Written in the 14th century by Dante Alighieri, a Florentine bureaucrat turned visionary storyteller, The Divine Comedy is a …

On April 22nd each year, Earth Day serves as a vital annual opportunity to demonstrate widespread commitment to environmental protection. This global event, created on April 22, 1970, and coordinated by www.earthday.org, now mobilizes over 1 billion people in more …

Discovering — or simply knowing — that you have a relative living on another continent, in a country different from your own, and that your ancestors came from somewhere else, inevitably sparks a touch of curiosity. That faraway place becomes …