Further restrictions and new smoking bans are on the horizon in Italy, aligning with new regulations proposed by many European countries. This is the decision of the state authorities, who aim to curb the consumption of tobacco products to reduce the concentration of pollutants in the air. However, uniform legislation […]
Author: Francesco Paladini
The First Italian High Fashion Show
The fine dressing and style of Italian fashion houses are renowned worldwide, unmatched by any other. But have you ever wondered how this achievement was reached? Did Italian fashion emerge from the ingenuity of a forward-thinking genius or is it the result of centuries of history? The evolution of this […]
Titanic Shipwreck: On the Trail of Italians on Board
As we commemorate the most tragic and unforgettable shipwreck in modern history, new information emerges about the stories of the Italians aboard and some survivors. Let’s go back to that frigid night 112 years ago, just 3 days after the boarding of the 269-meter marine giant. At 2:20 am on […]
In Turin debuts Shaker, the first robotic bar in Italy
A new approach with the customer and especially a new way to enjoy an evening sipping a drink arrives in Turin. The robotic mind of Toni Compatto (the robot bartender) is entrusted with the arduous task of satisfying customers at every whim. Italy’s first robotic bar is more than just […]
La Sapienza University of Rome ranked first in the world in classical studies
The QS World University Rankings have once again confirmed the leadership of La Sapienza University of Rome for the fourth consecutive year in classical studies and ancient history. The consulting firm Quacquarelli Symonds annually compiles one of the most renowned university rankings worldwide, and once again, Italy finds itself in […]
Verona, tech-free restaurant: the beauty of dining without a smartphone
The city of love has embraced a new concept of dining, challenging the frenzy and constant need to distract ourselves with social media on our phones. In a society where it’s more common to see two people sitting at the same table eating without exchanging a word, preferring to ignore […]
Red Tide Emergency in Piscinas, Sardinia
Critical hours for one of the wonders of the western coast of Sardinia. Piscinas, renowned for being among the most beautiful beaches in the world, according to National Geographic, is in serious danger. The coastal waters are turning red due to hazardous discharges, raising concerns among environmentalists, naturalists, and even […]
Uffizi, New Openings: All the Updates
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is kicking off 2024 with change and innovation. After ending 2023 with a historic record of visitors (over 5 million), the prestigious museum complex is embracing change. New openings are on the horizon, with fresh dates and extended hours to enhance the tourist experience. If […]
Ancient Elephant Cemetery: a 300,000-year journey
In the Lazio region, more precisely in North Rome, lies one of Europe’s richest deposits. The Ancient Elephant Cemetery houses the remains of 4-meter-tall giants dating back to the Middle Pleistocene, an incredibly ancient era from over 300,000 years ago. Discoveries from the ancient river of Rebibbia Today, Rebibbia is […]
Galileo Galilei ‘s Middle Finger Relic is Kept in Florence
The Uffizi Gallery museum complex in Florence houses priceless works of art, such as Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus and Primavera or Caravaggio’s Young Bacchus. Among these and other material works, there is a peculiar one that most people are unaware of: Galileo Galilei’s middle finger. Since 1927, Galileo Galilei’s […]