Italy holds a special place in my heart which is why I'm always finding excuses to return I've visited three times since 2016, including a four-month stay in Florence during college. Thanks to Italy's well-connected transit systems I've had the chance to visit 21 cities and villages Some of the destinations I've been to have blown me away Here are four Italian cities I'd happily return to — and two I'd leave off my itinerary next time Since living in Florence in 2016 which is the capital of the Tuscany region I recommend staying a minimum of four full days to explore the city's museums and local markets I love visiting the farmers market in Santo Spirito for fresh-baked goodies I've also enjoyed grabbing gelato and trekking up to Piazzale Michelangelo to watch the sunset Mark's Church is a great place to watch affordable live Opera I suggest horseback riding through the Tuscan hills I immediately fell in love with how enchanting and walkable Verona felt during my first visit in 2016 Home to Shakespeare's beloved "Romeo and Juliet," visitors commonly visit Juliet's house calling down to those below from the balcony a volunteer group that calls themselves the secretaries of Juliet They receive thousands of letters addressed to Juliet from around the world and volunteers sort letters by language before handwriting a response I got to spend a few hours reading and writing replies myself which became the highlight of my trip to Verona and quaint feel make it perfect for a day trip for time-restricted itineraries If Sicily is on your itinerary The volcanic stone is also used to build local churches Sicily's food and wine scene is also reason enough to visit this part of Italy providing nutrients for vineyards that produce incredible wine Cinque Terre is a string of five seaside villages on the northwestern coast of Italy Although all five villages are accessible by train I'd recommend starting in the southernmost town Cinque Terre is perfect for anyone looking to relax in a vibrant environment or explore five seaside villages in one day staying on opposite sides of the city each time Although the Neapolitan pizza did not disappoint The local metro system was convenient for getting around but it turned out to be a persistent target for pickpockets After witnessing a few such instances firsthand I made the choice to avoid taking the trains at night that meant my taxi fares added up quickly after evenings spent out Overall, if I'm going to be in Southern Italy I'd much rather pop over to the Amalfi Coast or other nearby destinations from the unique architecture to the outstanding glasswork Although the architecture is stunning, the narrow, winding streets also made it difficult to navigate the city and added to the feeling of overcrowding. Additional planning is now needed to visit, as the city requires tourism permits on certain days. Considering the expense, challenges with walkability, and additional planning required, I likely won't return to Venice for another visit. ItalyChevron Daniel Seung LeeSave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links It is 4 a.m. and I am being led through the sleepy foothills of Berri, a small town in the Italian region of Piedmont These chilly nights are part of a delicate ecosystem in Piedmont and are what makes both winemaking and white-truffle hunting so spectacular in this region We walk through increasingly dense poplar and hazelnut trees toward a small ravine Daniele explains that timing is everything He will often return to the same location twice because a truffle can mature in just a few hours truffles tend to repopulate in the same area assuming that the truffle's mycelium—the invisible rootlike network that spreads underground—is not disturbed Veteran truffle hunter Daniele and his trusty hound Bianca Ingredients for pesto at the Genoa restaurant Il Genovese he introduces me to artisans that specialize in various foods and crafts along the way or “handmade.” As with many of the company's itineraries it seeks to connect travelers to a place's makers: In Italy that means winemakers which makes them the essence of the place.” Introducing travelers to these increasingly endangered traditions helps raise awareness about the need to protect them a weaver at Venice’s Tessitura Luigi Bevilacqua Nebbiolo grapes at the Langhe winery Azienda Agricola Lalù who is frantically digging under a tree and chewing wildly at its roots She has been trained not to eat the truffle Immediately I register the scent of the truffle: nutty Daniele digs patiently but with a heightened anticipation Neither of us has to say it: What we want is to find a massive truffle the kind that looks like a strange tumor sprung from the earth It is so small that he feeds it to Bianca as a treat—not even worth selling on the market A breakfast picnic of truffles and eggs in Piedmont he slips Amanda three more truffles we've found Amanda takes us to a vineyard where ripe Nebbiolo grapes are growing—harvest season is upon us—and we sit at a concrete picnic table under a large oak tree The mist of the early morning is beginning to evaporate in the sun serving them beneath a decadent pile of white truffles on bread toasted in the pan which occupies a former castle worthy of Harry Potter beside ancient Roman ruins Carlo's philosophy—that the food we eat should be grown locally and eaten with consideration—is one that David has deeply absorbed Tajarin pasta with white truffles at the Michelin-starred Trattoria del Bivio his restaurant that highlights Italian nose-to-tail cooking the colorful Milanese home of Cabana magazine founder Martina Mondadori to experience the harvest of two young winemakers also graduates of the University of Gastronomic Sciences During the trip David will introduce me to some of the most prominent Barolo wine families in the region—people who own land worth millions and sell some of the priciest bottles around—but Luisa and Lara are not of this ilk They farm just five hectares of land and sell their wine under the label Lalù (a combination of their names) even though these are essentially the same grapes that could be aged into a very expensive Barolo have joined them this week for the harvest They tell me they do this every year to help Luisa and Lara A large plate of rough-cut prosciutto and freshly baked bread sits casually on a plastic table next to a large pitcher of water and an open bottle of wine Winemaking has never seemed easy to me—harvests can be disappointing and climate change is impacting the practice in unexpected ways As they are broken down in a giant stainless-steel crusher-destemmer they release the scent of fruit and yeast into the garage The group's camaraderie and intimacy are real and easy the spell that Langhe casts over everyone who sets foot here and why Lara and Luisa insist on trying to bottle it Prior cofounder David Prior and designer JJ Martin at a dinner party at Martin’s Milan home Handmade chocolates made according to centuries-old recipes by the Genovese master artisans from Romanengo 1780 I watch as a few people below paint three enormous panels for an upcoming production Many of the maquettes are in decent condition All are worlds unto themselves: enchanted forests Each item is saved with the expectation that it will be used again in a future production so preservation and restoration are of paramount importance We wander through another giant hangar of props where gnarled trees sit alongside Egyptian busts and Greek and Roman statuary We conclude our tour in the costume department the tutus worn by the ballerinas in The Nutcracker are ready to be cleaned and patched One of Maria Callas's dresses from Don Carlo in 1953–1954 is on display Everything here possesses a heightened sense of anticipation that comes with the drama of the stage—the orchestra quietly tuning its A the hush of the audience as the curtain rises the singers' first breaths before the performance begins Later we stop into the office of Osanna Visconti located in a centuries-old apartment building wreathed in ivy Her dedication to entirely handmade pieces is a stirring contrast to the modernity of fast-paced Milan She first makes her pieces by hand out of wax the heat of her palms warming the material into the forms she wants She then shapes it into a little clay mold and makes the bronze fillings “It's a very old technique that's been used for centuries,” she says I wouldn't make it any other way.” Her work is not technically perfect: Handprints are sometimes visible in the wax But this proof of the human touch makes the pieces even more beautiful The imperfections are a badge of craftsmanship Glassware at Laguna B made using traditional mouth-blown technique while a bastion of traditional Italian culture is also the country's most contemporary and forward-looking city typical Venetian bar serving cicchetti and wine Bronze worker Osanna Visconti in her studio in Milan We go next to the island of Murano in Venice to visit the glass factory of Laguna B The late French Italian aristocrat Marie Brandolini founded the housewares company after falling in love with the goti de fornasa the cups the glassblowers would make from the leftovers of their trade These informal objects never left the foundry customizing and tweaking their design in playful ways formal Venetian glassware remained overly ornate Since Brandolini launched Laguna B in 1994 it has become a cult favorite among the stylish set He takes me to their family's centuries-old palazzo where a wisteria tree grows diagonally over the courtyard and water laps at the marble steps The day ends at Luigi Bevilacqua There I watch the women weave velvet on large Through the windows I can see the water of the canals The women must place the colorful silk bobbins then move the shuttles back and forth Some of the patterns were designed centuries ago The wildly expensive fabrics have appeared in some of the most celebrated rooms in history including the White House and the Fabergé Museum in St At first I was dismissive of the hand-operated looms thinking it unnecessary to employ such a laborious technique when the work could easily be made by a machine Back in the showroom I'm shown machine-woven fabrics But then I am presented with the same pattern There is an unparalleled dimensionality and depth to the handwoven fabric The experience quietly throws everything into question for me Modernity has undeniably improved our lives in countless ways Even as Italy tries to keep pace with the modern world there are people protecting the country's cultural history many of the artisans I've met are younger ambassadors of a new generation carrying on crafts passed down from those who came before Perhaps the most gratifying takeaway I leave Italy with is an understanding of how important it is to celebrate and preserve locality throughout the world This may be the finest souvenir I could have hoped for which has a monthslong waiting list for its hand-decorated plates A selection of mouth-blown glass at Laguna B up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world This year will mark the beginning of the construction of the world’s longest suspension bridge It will be an unparalleled challenge that the Italian state is determined to undertake at all costs The bridge that will connect the island of Sicily to mainland Italy will span the Strait of Messina over a distance of 3,300 meters the construction must face the intense tectonic activity in this area Italy's leadership is determined to fulfill this dream of connecting Sicily to Europe at any cost And it will be an extremely expensive dream The cabinet of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has revived the concept with Infrastructure Minister Matteo Salvini being the driving force behind the project of the bridge over the Strait of Messina The bridge's design will spare no expense - it will be a structure for both trains and vehicles to travel over the 3.2 kilometers between the towns of Torre Faro in Sicily and Villa San Giovanni on the mainland Recent estimates project a cost of approximately 13.5 billion euros A small portion of this sum will be funded by the European Union Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti stated that the necessary funds will be phased over several years with the first three installments paid by 2026 According to data from the government in Rome, just the construction phase could contribute 2.9 billion euros to the national GDP, create employment for 100,000 people and involve 300 suppliers, with the majority of these workers coming from the Sicily and Calabria regions, where unemployment rates are high, according to CNN the bridge over the Strait of Messina in southern Italy will become the world's longest suspension bridge the Strait of Messina Bridge would be as long as the two longest suspension bridges in China combined - Yangsigang Yangtze and Nansha Top longest suspension bridges in the world: The bridge in southern Italy would stand at a height of around 74 meters above sea level and would allow for a navigation channel of 600 meters enabling the passage of cargo vessels and even the tallest cruise ships it is designed to withstand an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 The biggest challenge for the Strait of Messina Bridge is its location Sicily and the surrounding region of Italy are prone to seismic activities that could disrupt the construction process and the final structure a professor of structural engineering at Princeton University told Newsweek that the design of a suspension bridge can overcome any tectonic issues as this type of bridge is the most flexible "Note that these bridges are quite flexible and can accommodate ground movement and tower displacements better than many buildings," Nordenson said The engineer drew comparisons to the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in Japan which is also located in an active geological area "The Japanese Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is a kind of cousin to Messina The great Hanshin earthquake of January 17 1995 (with a magnitude of 7.3 and the epicenter 20 km west of Kobe) moved the towers the only structures that had been erected at that time "The Strait of Messina Bridge is a huge technological challenge 3 kilometers of bridge will be suspended over the strait (...) It is also Italy's challenge to the rest of the world," he said The project has sparked controversy in Italy but the Italian government remains committed to starting the work by the end of this year builder Webuild announced that work would commence by the end of 2025 "I hope to be there and succeed in crossing it together with the entire team by the end of 2032," said Webuild CEO Pietro Salini Nordenson believes it is difficult to anticipate a definitive date for the start or completion of the work He likened this project to the MOSE barrier designed to protect Venice from floods: "It's quite difficult to predict the completion date The MOSE barrier in Venice was also a priority of the Berlusconi government and took several decades." "In addition to the quality of engineering and design the cost is tied to the work schedule and the level of transparency or corruption that may occur It requires a rare combination of design excellence and respect for craftsmanship and the work involved," the expert detailed Sam and Paul Mincarelli were on vacation in Penne when they learned that their favorite local restaurant had closed down after a century in business “We jokingly talked about us reopening it,” Sam said their love letter to Italian food on Harford Road where they’ll serve up similar fare with a Maryland twist the idea of cooking Italian food in Italy “feels a bit like culinary mansplaining,” Paul joked But he’s confident they’ll win over Penne’s diners with some help from Sam’s recipe for crab cakes The Baltimore Banner thanks its sponsors. Become one. “Go ahead and roll your eyes at those who want to emigrate amid Trump’s second term,” the story said While the Mincarellis’ plans have been in the works since before the most recent election they initially considered keeping Cafe Campli open and renting out their home in Hampden even after leaving the U.S when they decided to embark on a whole new chapter “We wish the life raft was a little bigger,” said Paul The couple first visited the town years ago falling in love with the area’s cuisine over meals at Tatobbe Both eventually ditched earlier careers — Paul worked as a civilian for the Baltimore Police Department and Sam was an architect — to open a restaurant in their hometown in 2022 Cafe Campli’s menu includes references to Abruzzese cuisine which includes a mix of hearty meats like lamb and rabbit as well as seafood and But its Penne’s pace of life that the Mincarellis found equally compelling Restaurants and shops might close for no reason a refreshing change of pace from the grind in Baltimore “Restaurateurship in America can be infuriating,” Paul said between the arms race of vibes and all that stuff.” Italians have different priorities retains a specific and old-world charm that’s hard to pin down a friend of the Mincarellis who also owns a home there She hesitates to post photos online for fear of contributing to the town’s “Disneyfication.” She pointed to a famous sandwich shop in Florence which draws lines for blocks and blocks “There are many other fabulous places in Florence to eat,” she said Penne is the kind of place where people know their butcher and baker by name said friend and restaurateur Francis Cretarola an Abbruzzo-inspired restaurant in Philadelphia He gets why the Mincarellis want to move there — he and his wife also hope to eventually relocate there permanently — and is impressed by their courage their plan to take over a beloved old restaurant in the town’s center is “not without a considerable amount of risk.” While Cafe Campli is an homage to the region’s cuisine in Baltimore the Mincarellis will be tasked with serving that same food to people who know those dishes “in their bones.” He compared it to someone coming from Germany to the Inner Harbor and trying to make a crab cake That task may be even harder in an insular community like Penne and it can take them a little while to trust you,” Marchetti said Paul says he and Sam are up for the challenge The prevailing attitude about food in Penne is to center ingredients The blue crab invasion was initially talked about in Italy “as though the shores have been overrun by roaches,” he said with fishermen fretting over the threat to their clamming industry Only after a while did Italian cooks and diners start to warm up to the possibility of actually eating blue crabs as well the road to success in Penne may be paved with Old Bay Christina Tkacik christina.tkacik@thebaltimorebanner.com Christina Tkacik is a food reporter for The Baltimore Banner Welcome to The Banner's subscriber-only commenting community. 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If the problem persists, please contact customer service at 443-843-0043 or customercare@thebaltimorebanner.com The last day began with four teams still alive with the two leading teams – Great Britain and Ukraine – in control of their own destiny Both needed just a point to advance but only one of them got it Italy and Poland needed to win and get help The issue of relegation had already been settled on Thursday leaving Japan and Romania to play their final games with no pressure against opponents that faced plenty Great Britain and Italy earned promotion to the 2026 IIHF World Championship in Switzerland while Ukraine had to settle for bronze and will stay in Division I Group A the Japanese could neither be promoted nor relegated and played their last game free of stress who seemed to squeeze their sticks all game long Japan outshot Ukraine 15-9 in the opening period Ukraine scored the game’s opening goal on a blind pass in front of his own net by Yuto Osawa that Viktor Zahkarov took advantage of but otherwise Japan was the stronger team over the first two periods Teruto Nakajima tied the score by putting in his own rebound after Alexander Levshin stopped his initial shot but neither the goalie nor his teammates could find the loose puck Late in the first period and early in the second four straight Japanese penalties gave Ukraine two separate stretches with a 5-on-3 advantage but was unable to regain the lead Then goals 53 seconds apart around the game’s midpoint by Taiga Irikura and Fuji Suzuki gave Japan a 3-1 lead we stuck to our game and we were able to finish on some of our scoring chances and that’s why we won,” said Japan’s Yushiroh Hirano Olexi Vorona converted a centring pass from Zakharov with 10:20 remaining to bring Ukraine within a goal and then the Ukrainians pushed hard for the equalizer but were unable to get it despite some great looks in the last two minutes with Levshin on the bench for an extra attacker Unable to get the required point to secure advancement Ukraine’s hopes now rested on either Romania taking one point from Italy or Poland winning in regulation time against Great Britain Asked if he was going to watch the two remaining games I’ll just wait for the results tonight Romania could have helped Ukraine by taking at least a point in this game but the tournament host ran into an Italian team on a mission Ukraine’s loss in the opener opened the door to qualifying with a regulation win and they took full advantage of that opportunity scoring three times in each of the first two periods en route to a 7-1 win Daniel Ross Tedesco had two goals and one assist for Italy while Nicholas Saracino had three assists Radim Valchar scored Romania’s lone goal with 5:21 left in the first period Manuel Mantenuto restored Italy’s two-goal lead just 52 seconds later and the Italians never looked back “It wasn’t a perfect tournament by any means but we reached our goal,” said Italian defenceman Jason Seed Speaking about the favourable result in the first game of the day we knew before our game that we needed that outcome for us to move up there’s nothing we could do about that and we were getting ready to do a good job and win our game either way but the rest was on us and we did our job.” “We didn’t look ourselves this whole tournament and I don’t know what it was,” said Romania coach Dave MacQueen “I don’t know if it was the pressure of playing at home or if some of our guys were tired from playing in the (Erste Liga) finals and they didn’t have any rest coming into this.” they came out to all three games every day It’s just unfortunate we couldn’t put on a better show for them.” Italy had claimed one of the advancement spots and the Brits had the inside track on the second spot Italy’s win had eliminated Poland but the Poles could help out their Ukrainian neighbours by beating GB or at least taking the game to overtime As the minutes wound down and the game well in control the British faithful known as the “Barmy Army” knew that promotion and first place were both well in hand and chanted continuously threw their gloves and sticks in the air and joined them The 31-year-old father went missing on Monday He went hiking in the mountains near Lake Como by himself and never returned and this wasn’t his first visit to the area The local authorities launched a massive search frot he man on Tuesday with over 100 rescue workers and volunteers combing the area while drones and helicopters searched from above They searched “endless hectares of forest,” dived into lakes and even climbed to over 1,800 meters above sea level to see if the Dutch tourist was trapped somewhere “They have done much more than was possible “Our thoughts now go out mainly to his family,” the mayor said after calling off the search It may be picked up again if new clues emerge The Catholic Church’s cardinals are meeting next week at the Vatican to elect the new pope in a centuries-old process called conclave but the longest-ever in history was nearly three years long Lorenzo square taken from the “Loggia dei Papi” of the Palace of the Popes that hosted the longest conclave in the Catholic Church’s history An image of Pope Gregory X who was elected after the longest conclave in the Catholic Church’s history is exhibited in the Palace of the Popes in Viterbo An image of the cardinals who voted in the longest conclave in the Catholic Church’s history Italy (AP) — It was the mounting rage of citizens in Viterbo that put an end to the longest papal election in the history of the Catholic Church forging for the first time the word “conclave.” Viterbo is also considered the birthplace of modern conclaves where cardinals are confined to a single place until they elect a new pontiff and often need to negotiate before reaching a compromise on the final name the cardinals — summoned in Viterbo to elect the successor of the late Pope Clement IV — were split mainly between two factions and couldn’t reach a consensus before September 1271 As the cardinals continued to deliberate in Viterbo frustration rose among locals due to the lack of progress as political and internal struggles had cast a shadow over the election Those divisions stemmed from the cardinals’ allegiance to competing parties mainly supporters of the papacy and the Holy Roman Empire That was further complicated by personal and family ties making any agreement on the pope’s election extremely difficult The electing marathon led citizens ,who at the time had to pay for the cardinals’ room and board expenses “The cardinals left us a very important testimony where they said to be locked inside a palazzo discoperto a palace with no roof,” said Elena Cangiano an archaeologist at Viterbo’s medieval Palazzo dei Papi (Palace of the Popes) the cardinals ended up camping inside the unroofed palace “That’s reportedly testified by some holes found on the hall’s floor which could be those left by the tents’ poles,” she explained Then Viterbese also restricted the cardinals’ meals to bread and water to make them hurry up they started tearing off part of the roof of the large room that hosted the college of cardinals Those extreme conditions only lasted three weeks following which the cardinals were allowed access to the other rooms of the palace It would take another 15 months before Gregory X was chosen as the new pope That was the longest papal election ever: To avoid the same situation ever occurring again Gregory X promulgated a new apostolic constitution — called “Ubi Periculum” — that imposed strict regulations on the election and allowed to isolate the cardinals Gregory’s election was also seen as a “compromise,” with his name chosen to unite the divided college of cardinals and bring an end to the exhausting process Gregorio X decreed that cardinals were restricted to “one meal per day,” and later considers the city’s primacy a matter of pride ”This is the history of our city,” he said we care a lot about our medieval neighborhood we care about the pope palace that is truly wonderful and was struck by the history of the Viterbo conclave after a tour of the papal palace I did not know that first conclave started here Vatican history experts stress that modern conclaves still owe to Viterbo some of their key characteristics “Let’s say that the timing is now almost certainly respected also thanks to all that happened in Viterbo,” said Cangiano it doesn’t take that long to elect the pope.” Associated Press video journalist Isaia Montelione contributed to this report ha ricevuto le repliche delle dieci medaglie olimpiche distrutte dall’incendio di Palisades Fire a inizio anno Gretchen Walsh spiega come una bracciata in meno sul primo 50 e il piano di gara di Todd Desorbo l’abbiano portata al WR di 54.60 A meno di due settimane dal via del Mare Nostrum Tour a Monaco il cast si arricchisce con campioni olimpici e medagliati iridati Nicholas Santos nuota 23.26 nei 50 m farfalla M45 LCM limando di 1,70 s il precedente record mondiale e superando il minimo “A” per i Mondiali we are discussing the madness that occurred at the Ft Lauderdale Pro Swim May 05th, 2025 Europe, International, News, Open Water, Previews & Recaps Andrea Filadelli beat out a tough field to capture his first-ever individual World Cup victory. Dario Verani the 2022 World Champion in the 25k distance Behind the leading pack for much of the race the two training partners caught up to the field and then passed them on the final lap After a disqualification at the last World Cup stop in Somabay Italian Giusepe Ilario redeemed himself by rounding out the all-Italian podium 2016 Olympic open water bronze medalist Marc-Antoine Olivier finished fourth for France, touching about three seconds after Ilario. American Joey Tepper came in fifth who was with the leading pack for the start of the race The women’s 10k race went to 21-year-old Angela Martinez Guillen Martinez Guillen took over the last lap and led a close pack to win in her home country “It’s amazing to compete here,” Martinez Guillen told World Aquatics “I have my family here and I’m happy to share this performance with them now I am very happy about this and I hope and look to carry this type of performance into my next competitions – especially in Singapore.” Touching just behind Martinez Guillen were Germany’s Celine Rieder and Hungary’s Bettina Fabian to earn silver and bronze it was their highest-ever individual finishes at a World Cup World Aquatics debuted a new three-stage sudden elimination 3k event All competitors race the first 1500 meters and the top 20 in the pack make it to the next round the top 20 regroup and race another kilometer with the top 10 making it to the final 500 meters the sprint is on for another set of open water medals Swimmers aim to conserve energy for the sprint while still ranking high enough to advance to the next round Germany’s Lea Boy gave a master class in this conservation game sprinting to become the event’s first gold medalist after laying relatively low in the first rounds The 25-year-old came in 7th in the second round before posting a 5:18.50 in the final 500 meters to win by three seconds Bettina Fabian notched her second medal of the meet by earning silver, while bronze went to Ichika Kajimoto earned bronze Kajimoto was the only non-European to medal at this stop The first men’s gold medal also went to a German: 23-year-old Oliver Klemet Klemet asserted his dominance from the start topping both of the first two rounds and never looking back Germany won gold in both genders and Hungary won silver, with David Betlehem coming in second. Marc-Antoine Olivier captured the bronze for France The next Open Water World Cup stop will be from June 15-16 in Setubal Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Bet Bethlehem is really happy Hungary twisted his arm to get him out of NC State at the semester He just placed 34th in the 10,000 World Cup race in Ibiza I bet he would have had more fun at NCAA and come out of it with more motivation than he got from 34th in Ibiza It was very cold in Ibiza and affected many people with adverse results than the public come to expect Maybe his time in NC state was not as productive for him as he had hoped also 🤷 The grass is not always greener on the next hill Pretty sure the after party in Ibiza would be motivation enough to keep pushing so he can get back again next year 😉 I will start by saying Openwater racing is a “long distance” discipline to me it adds a whole new level of tactics and strategies I suspect this event may tempt a few of the pool distance swimmers to cross-over and sink their teeth into the Openwater environment which can only be great for the Openwater popularity and exposure Not sure who come up with the 3km concept but well done World Aquatics for implementing the innovation More from Will BaxleySee All Subscribe to our newsletter and receive our latest updates visited Washington for meetings at the US Department of Energy to advance collaboration on key clean‑energy technologies Supply chain collaboration. In an interview with our sister website Formiche.net Corvaro reported “great interest” from the US in Italy’s energy‑technology supply chain Italy risks forfeiting its energy security president of the federation representing Italy’s aerospace As President Erdoğan visits Rome to meet with Prime Minister Meloni the two countries are deepening ties with new trade and defence agreements.. Decode39 is a spin-off project stemming from Formiche a leading geopolitical and analytical news outlet that has been informing Italian decision-makers since 2004 We provide authoritative content and geopolitical insights taking advantage of Italy’s unique perspective as a global crossroads to reach English and Arab-speaking readers around the world authoritative content and geopolitical insights from Italy to Arabic readers around the world DECODE39 IN ARABIC> The Italy gluten-free products market size was estimated at USD 480.0 million in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2025 to 2030 The market for gluten-free products in Italy is experiencing significant growth due to a combination of health awareness rising diagnoses of gluten-related disorders Traditionally known for its wheat-based cuisine Italy has seen a noticeable increase in demand for gluten-free alternatives that allow individuals to enjoy their favorite foods without compromising their health Italy has one of the highest diagnosed rates of celiac disease in Europe driven by effective screening programs and strong public health initiatives a significant number of Italians follow a strict gluten-free diet out of medical necessity rising awareness about non-celiac gluten sensitivity and a general perception that gluten-free foods are healthier and easier to digest have led many non-celiac consumers to adopt gluten-free eating habits growing health and wellness awareness among Italians has led many to adopt gluten-free diets as a lifestyle choice some consumers believe that reducing gluten intake can improve digestion This broader health-conscious movement is driving demand for a variety of gluten-free foods beyond necessity Recognizing the seriousness of celiac disease the Italian government provides a monthly stipend of up to €140 to affected individuals such as subsidies for diagnosed individuals to purchase gluten-free products known for their strong connection to traditional cuisine now have access to a wide variety of gluten-free versions of pasta thanks to advancements in food technology and innovation Italian producers have invested in research and development to create gluten-free products that resemble traditional Italian foods taste and texture This innovation has expanded the variety and appeal of gluten-free options Rich Products expanded its Authentically Italian Portfolio with two new offerings: the Gluten Free Cauliflower Pinsa and the Roman Style Pizza Dough Ball offering a soft interior and crunchy exterior for quick delivers authentic Italian texture and versatility for various dishes These launches cater to the rising demand for artisanal especially among Millennials and Gen Z consumers in quick-service restaurants and convenience outlets The market for gluten-free products in Italy is increasing due to growing medical awareness With roughly 1% of Italians-about 600,000 people-diagnosed with celiac disease medically driven demand for gluten-free foods The Italian government supports these individuals by providing monthly vouchers (up to 140 euros) to help offset the higher cost of gluten-free products ensuring that those in need have access to safe alternatives Italy’s rich culinary heritage has spurred creative adaptations of traditional foods leading to an impressive network of over 4,000 gluten-free eateries across the country Innovations such as gluten-free pizza crusts perfected in Naples have helped integrate gluten-free options into everyday dining making them nutritionally viable and gastronomically appealing the market for gluten-free products in Italy is set to expand further driven by both health needs and lifestyle choices Italy’s deep-rooted food culture-especially around pasta and bread-has seen significant gluten-free innovation Producers have developed high-quality gluten-free versions of classic dishes using ingredients like rice This culinary evolution makes it easier for consumers to enjoy traditional flavors without gluten a leading Italian producer of flours and bases for pinsa romana a prominent producer of gluten-free pizzas completed in partnership with the Galati family (Pizzami's founders) strengthens Di Marco's position in the gluten-free market and expands its product portfolio for both food service and retail channels is the third-largest Italian producer of gluten-free baked products The move aligns with Di Marco's rapid growth trajectory which saw its turnover double to €60 million in 2024 and follows the establishment of its U.S Both companies aim to leverage their complementary strengths to drive innovation and consolidate leadership in the gluten-free segment Bakery products accounted for a revenue share of 29.6% in 2024 Italian consumers increasingly prefer gluten-free bakery products due to a combination of health awareness With a significant portion of the population diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity demand for gluten-free alternatives has surged many Italians are adopting gluten-free bakery items as part of a broader wellness lifestyle Advances in baking techniques have made gluten-free breads and pastries more appealing by closely replicating the taste and texture of traditional recipes The growing availability of these products in supermarkets and cafés has further fueled their popularity across the country Desserts and ice cream is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.4% from 2025 to 2030. Italians increasingly prefer gluten-free desserts and ice cream due to health awareness many consumers associate gluten-free options with a healthier lifestyle Food manufacturers and gelaterias have responded with innovative gluten-free desserts and ice creams that maintain traditional Italian flavors making it easier for consumers to enjoy their favorite sweets without compromise Sales through supermarkets & hypermarkets accounted for a revenue share of 30.7% in 2024 Italians prefer buying gluten-free products from supermarkets and hypermarkets due to the wide variety These stores provide dedicated gluten-free sections stocked with trusted brands and certified products making it easier for consumers to find safe and diverse options in one place and the ability to shop for all household needs in a single trip also add to their appeal supermarkets often collaborate with health authorities and gluten-free associations boosting consumer confidence in product authenticity and safety Sales of Italian gluten-free products online are expected to grow with a CAGR of 11.6% from 2025 to 2030 Italians are increasingly turning to online stores for gluten-free products due to the convenience Online platforms often offer a wider range of specialized and international gluten-free brands that may not be available in local stores shopping online allows them to easily check ingredient lists and certifications before purchasing especially for consumers living in smaller towns or with busy lifestyles Subscription options and discounts further enhance the appeal of buying gluten-free products online Many manufacturers in the gluten-free product market are leveraging technology to enhance consumer experience and health tracking some companies are developing smart packaging and mobile app connectivity that allow consumers to track product freshness receive personalized dietary recommendations and monitor nutritional intake in real-time to cater to health-conscious and lifestyle-driven consumers brands offer customizable gluten-free options such as build-your-own snack kits or mix-and-match baking blends enabling greater flexibility and personalization These innovations improve convenience and transparency and deepen consumer engagement and brand loyalty Rich Products expanded its authentically Italian portfolio by launching gluten-free cauliflower pizza and Roman-style pizza dough balls made with rice buckwheat flour and cauliflower parbaked crust designed for quick preparation It transitions from freezer to oven in minutes catering to gluten-intolerant and health-conscious consumers is showcasing its 100% Puglia-made pasta at SIAL 2024 in Paris highlighting its commitment to sustainability Granoro also emphasizes eco-friendly practices using FSC-certified recyclable paper that reduces plastic and CO₂ emissions for its “Dedicato” and “Biologica” lines Verve Culture announced the launch of its Italian Pizza and Pasta Flour and Gluten-Free Flour at the Summer 2023 Fancy Food Show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center These flours are crafted from premium ingredients enabling consumers to create authentic Italian dishes at home a family-run brand renowned for its high-quality launched nationally at Whole Foods Market stores across the U.S this summer. The rollout includes 11 classic and gluten-free varieties with Shells and Mezzi Rigatoni offered exclusively at Whole Foods through the end of 2023.  Key companies profiled Inc.; The Hain Celestial Group; General Mills Inc.; MartinoRossi SpA; The Kraft Heinz Company; Siete Foods; Barilla G Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts working days) with purchase Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs. Explore purchase options This report forecasts revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030 Grand View Research has segmented the Italy gluten-free products market report based on product The Italy gluten-free products market size was valued at USD 480.0 million in 2024 The Italy gluten-free products market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5% from 2025 to 2030 Bakery products accounted for a revenue share of 29.6% in 2024 Italian consumers are increasingly preferring gluten-free bakery products due to a combination of health awareness The market for gluten-free products in Italy is experiencing significant growth due to a combination of health awareness Traditionally known for its wheat-based cuisine such as pasta We never share your personal data. 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quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information potentially prompting the firm to pull the deal according to people familiar with the matter Rome doesn’t currently see any reason to make it easier for UniCredit to buy the smaller rival and it’s unlikely to change the restrictions it set out last month on the proposed transaction UK tech entrepreneur and his daughter were among seven killed when the Bayesian sank in a violent storm A 55-metre (180ft) barge carrying a heavy-lift crane has begun work to raise the British-flagged superyacht Bayesian from the seabed off Sicily, where it sank last summer killing seven people including the UK tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch specialist diving apparatus and a remotely operated underwater vehicle where marine salvage experts have started operations to raise the Bayesian the 56-metre yacht was anchored just off Porticello when the vessel was struck by a violent storm shortly before dawn and sank View image in fullscreenMike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Photograph: Family Handout/PAMorgan Stanley’s international chair also died along with the US lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife Experts expect the salvage operation to be fiendishly complex “The mobilisation of this specialist salvage consortium and key lifting assets follows a detailed assessment of the best technical methodology to safely recover Bayesian,” said Marcus Cave a director of the British-based consultancy TMC Marine which will oversee a consortium of expert salvage specialists undertaking the project “Every marine salvage operation requires unique planning considerations environmental protection and recovery of Bayesian intact have been pivotal to the planning and decision-making process.” View image in fullscreenThe Bayesian was owned by the company of Angela Bacares Photograph: Perini Navi Press Office/EPAThe wreckage sits at a depth of 50 metres in the bay of Porticello which is under surveillance by Italian authorities salvage workers will use undersea drones with laser scanners with Hebo Lift 2 remotely operating underwater with specialist diving equipment the Hebo Lift 10 – one of Europe’s largest floating cranes – which is not yet involved in the operations will use its 83-metre boom to hoist the yacht from the seabed these dedicated lifting assets will be supported by specialist anti-pollution experts and assets that have been monitoring Bayesian since her sinking,” TMC Marine said in a statement “They will help to continue to ensure that protection of the marine life and environment is maintained throughout the recovery of the Bayesian.” Free newsletterA digest of the morning's main headlines from the Europe edition emailed direct to you every week day In Italy this does not imply guilt or mean formal charges will necessarily follow Investigators hope the yacht will yield vital clues: whether a series of human errors led to the sinking forensic examination will determine whether one of the hatches remained open and if the keel was improperly raised Sicilian port officials have declared a 650-metre exclusion zone around the sunken vessel swimming or fishing until the work is complete” Insurers estimate the salvage will cost about $30m (£22.4m) a bill the Bayesian’s underwriters will pick up which is supervising operations and patrolling the security perimeter said the overall operation to recover the Bayesian could take from 20 to 25 days Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Liz Thach writes about wine business and wine lifestyle.Follow AuthorMay 02 10:40am EDTShareSaveComment@font-face{font-family: "Schnyder"; src: url("https://i.forbesimg.com/assets/fonts/schnyders/schnyders-bold-webfont.woff2") format("woff2") url("https://i.forbesimg.com/assets/fonts/schnyders/schnyders/schnyders-bold-webfont.woff") format("woff"); font-weight: 700; font-style: normal;} @font-face{font-family: "Merriweather"; src: 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complexity of the 3-tier wine sales system,” he continued It’s a market we can’t replace easily in the short-term.” And it turns out that Italian wine sales can be quite lucrative for American wine buyers because Rebughini shared that every euro spent on producing a bottle of wine in Italy generates a margin of €4.5 euros for importers the three Italian wine executives described some of the programs and methods they are using to maintain positive relationships with U.S They are hopeful that these strategies will help to lessen the impact of the potential tariffs Given that wine is so important to Italy they were one of the first countries to establish a large annual trade show, now called VinItaly where wine buyers from around the world are invited to taste and learn more about Italian wines as well as to negotiate sales deals “The first wine trade fair actually started in the city of Verona in 1896, and our organization – Veronafiere “The mission of VinItaly is to promote and foster the global wine business for Italian wines.” Bricolo reported that for the most recent VinItaly 2025 (right after Donald Trump’s tariff announcement on April 2) that 97,000 people from 130 countries attended “Because the tariffs were announced a few days before the trade show or 3200 American buyers,” reported Rebughini “There was concern because the tariffs for Italy were 20% (now on pause for 90 days) but there was a lot of vibrant energy and good conversations wine has survived many centuries and we will figure it out.” The main VinItaly trade show has been so successful that last year Veronafiere decided to launch VinItaly-USA The trade show was held in Chicago in October of 2024 and attracted 1500 American wine buyers “At both VinItaly trade shows we provide matchmaking tools so Italian wineries and wine buyers can discuss and Italian wine master classes,” Rebughini said Veronafiere works very closely with the Italian Trade Agency (ICE.org) “We couldn’t be successful at VinItaly without the support of ICE because they are the ones who help us identify and invite buyers to the trade show,” added Rebughini The VinItaly Trade Show in Verona Attracted Over 97,000 Attendees in April 2025 it may not be surprising that Italy’s Prime Minister was one of the first government officials to reach out to the Trump administration to discuss the tariffs “Our Prime Minister has a good relationship with Trump Another method to enhance Italian wine relationships is the VinItaly Ambassador program “We have now trained over 1500 people to be Italian wine ambassadors at our VinItaly International Academy,” explained Stevie Kim The purpose of the program is to education wine professional on the intricacies and joys of Italian wine This allows them to better explain the benefits of Italian wine to consumers “The academy has been running for 10 years now and we offer the training and certification exam at VinItaly in Verona “We are very proud of all of our Italian wine ambassadors.” She explained that in addition to the in-person training sessions where the ambassador candidates taste and evaluate Italian wine there is also a 40 hour online program that provides the history and theory aspects of Italian wine President Trump Meets With Visiting Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni At The White House Though the Italian wine executives want to maintain their position as the #1 wine import country to the U.S. they also recognize the need to explore other markets for Italian wine “Rightfully the Italian wineries are looking into other markets they don’t want to give up on the U.S.,” said Rebughini He mentioned that they are looking at India and have held several small events there In addition they are also expanding tasting events in South America and Asia “The mission is to promote Italian wine abroad but Italian wineries want to keep on investing and increasing their presence in America We haven’t heard anyone say that they want to get out of the U.S Senate on Tuesday confirmed Houston billionaire Tilman Fertitta to serve as the ambassador to Italy and San Marino Fertitta is the CEO of Landry’s — which includes restaurants casinos and hotels — and the owner of the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association He also starred in the television show “Billion Dollar Buyer.” Fertitta said he was focused on increasing trade between the United States and Italy He said he wants to "close the gap" in the United States' trade deficit with Italy, partially through the Italian government working with American energy companies. The deficit, where the United States imports more goods from Italy than the country exports to Italy, was more than $43 billion in 2024 according to the U.S Italy is “receptive” to doing more business with the United States “They're very excited about having an American come over there and work with them,” Fertitta said about his conversations with Italian officials he told the State Department he will resign from various positions including his roles with Landry’s and on the University of Houston System Board of Regents He will remain in his ownership position with the Houston Rockets and will not participate in any situation that could interfere with the NBA or the team while serving as ambassador While introducing Fertitta during his Senate confirmation hearing, Sen. John Cornyn praised Fertitta as “one of the nation’s most prominent businessmen,” and as a voice in the Houston area – naming his donations to the University of Houston, his positions on various boards, and his work with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on reopening businesses after COVID-19 shutdowns “Tilman's realization of the American dream will serve him well as the voice for our nation's interests and as an advocate for a strong relationship between the United States and Italy,” Cornyn said During the COVID-19 pandemic, Fertitta was outspoken about how his business empire was struggling due to restrictions in the United States and overseas. He was a member of Abbott’s task force to “reopen” Texas after lockdowns which drew criticisms for being made up of business executives Fertitta also participated in a roundtable with Trump and other restaurateurs in May 2020 focused on what the industry needed to reopen following COVID-19 shutdowns Fertitta publicly supported Trump’s presidency in 2017 when he shared his optimism for the new president’s economic policies He is a prolific political donor Fertitta held a Houston fundraiser for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign Italy’s conservative Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has closely aligned herself with Trump The pair met at the White House earlier this month where Trump called Meloni a “friend,” and said she has “taken Europe by storm.” San Marino is a microstate surrounded by Italy with a population of about 35,000 people Disclosure: University of Houston has been a financial supporter of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. 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Find a complete list of them here Tickets are on sale now for the 15th annual Texas Tribune Festival Texas’ breakout ideas and politics event happening Nov TribFest 2025 is presented by JPMorganChase Choose an amount or learn more about membership Italy’s regional councilors for agricultural policies have taken a unified stand against the national government’s recent ban on industrial hemp flowers calling the measure an “ideological” overreach that threatens an emerging sector and undermines regional autonomy in agricultural development who oversee agriculture policy implementation in each of Italy’s regions are aligned under the influential Italian Confederation of Agriculture (Cia) a key stakeholder in the country’s food and farming policies Their coordinated response marks the most forceful political challenge yet to the ban introduced by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government as part of a sweeping “Security Decree” issued in April “With a regulation that can undoubtedly be defined as ideological an entire supply chain in full development and an economic and employment-related sector are being erased,” said Massimo Pica He warned that the ban not only affects farmers but also downstream industries such as construction and textiles that depend on hemp as a raw material The government decree ­– Article 18 of the broader Security Bill – classifies hemp flowers and cannabinoids such as CBD in defiance of existing EU regulations that permit the free circulation of industrial hemp with THC levels below 0.3% Critics say the decree fails to distinguish industrial hemp from marijuana conflating non-psychoactive crops with controlled substances and undermining a sector that has contributed to job creation and rural economic revitalization since hemp was re-legalized in 2016 “The government’s action disregards scientific evidence and fails to recognize the proven safety and economic potential of industrial hemp,” Pica said Industry leaders warn that without legal differentiation between hemp and cannabis Italy risks falling behind its European neighbors in developing bio-based materials The backlash from Cia and regional officials follows a recent court decision further narrowing the space for Italy’s hemp economy the Lazio Regional Administrative Court (TAR) rejected an appeal challenging a ban on oral CBD products thereby reinforcing the government’s classification of all cannabis-derived oral supplements Citing the “precautionary principle,” the court said the state was justified in restricting CBD to prescription-only use due to health concerns such as liver toxicity and psychiatric risks The ruling overturned earlier suspensions of the ban despite counter-evidence from La Sapienza University and the European Commission’s Cosing database which classifies CBD as non-psychoactive and non-addictive The decision stunned legal experts and advocates who had hoped the court would favor market openness and scientific transparency The Security Decree and CBD ban were both enacted without full parliamentary debate prompting constitutional questions and concerns over abuse of executive power the government can issue a decree law in cases of “urgency and necessity,” but it must be ratified by Parliament within 60 days Legal experts representing hemp trade association Federcanapa called the decree “constitutionally and legally doubtful,” arguing it violates both domestic law and European Union rules on free trade and agricultural policy Trade groups estimate the combined regulatory moves could jeopardize more than 3,000 businesses and 30,000 jobs in a sector valued at nearly €2 billion a coalition of advocacy groups—including Canapa Sativa Italia and Imprenditori Canapa Italia—has launched a legal and public campaign to challenge the bans at national and EU levels who abide by the rules every day and ensure a transparent and safe market should not fear the state but receive its support,” said Mattia Cusani of Canapa Sativa Italia during testimony before the European Parliament’s Petitions Committee in March the European Commission has requested clarification from the Italian government Industry advocates hope the EU will ultimately intervene to prevent Italy from setting a precedent that could restrict legal hemp markets across the bloc While the synthesizer world is abou to at Superbooth in Berlin this coming weekend an similar event for guitar enthusiasts is taking place in Italy: Guitar Show 2025 The two-day event features numerous masterclasses and live performances renowned manufacturers will be presenting their latest gear the Guitar Show has established itself as Italy’s most important acoustic and electric guitars trade fair it now aims to achieve this status throughout Europe Pavilions 31, 32, and 33 at the BolognaFiere exhibition center in Bologna will host various presentations, masterclasses, and live shows. On the three stages of Guitar Shows 2025, new products will be presented on May 10 and 11, 2025. Masterclasses on topics such as playing technique and music theory will be held and live performances by professional musicians will be shown the Guitar Show has grown rapidly every year Last year’s edition welcomed over 7,500 visitors over the two days of the fair The move to Bologna this year is primarily for logistical reasons Bologna’s central location in Italy makes the Guitar Show 2025 easier to reach from all corners of the country both for manufacturers and distributors as well as for the public Bologna’s international airport is also only 15 minutes away from the exhibition center Well over 200 manufacturers will be presenting their latest gear at Guitar Show 2025 and Zoom will show their products in the three pavillons The organizers have also devised a solution to one of the biggest problems at many music fairs: the volume level where electrically amplified guitars and basses may be played Artist presentations may also only be given through headphones and mainly acoustic instruments will be played here Admission for one day costs 14 euros, while both days cost 24 euros: Tickets This does not include the masterclasses mentioned above Tickets for these can be purchased along with admission tickets on the Guitar Show 2025 website Hot PicksOXI ONE MKII Now Available: Get Your Hands on the Hot New Sequencer Polyend Synth Update 1.3 Brings Crazy Sample-Based Engine Frap Tools Magnolia – Superbooth 25’s Surprise Hit 5 of the Best Budget Small Diaphragm Mics for Home Recording Roland SH-101 Alternatives for Classic Leads and Basslines The Best Channel Strips for your recording setup 5 Best Stage Pianos for an authentic vintage sound Budget Home Recording: Essential tools to get you started AKG C414 Alternatives: The Classic Studio Workhorse How to find the best MIDI Keyboard Controller How To Set Up A Home Recording Studio For Beginners The Best Loop Pedals for Music Production and Live Performance The Electronic Resistance: How To Sound Like Leftfield Customizing Your DAW Workflow: 5 Tips for Efficiency The Best Effects Pedals for Dawless Workflows The Best Budget Studio Monitors Under $300 The Best LA-2A Alternatives for Home Recording Instruo Seashell: Semi-Modular Desktop Synth with Total Recall A complex oscillator alone goes for around 500-600 so for all the added features that's a fair price Instruo is on the high end of the modular .. 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Italy is advancing its crypto regulatory framework through Legislative Decree 129/2024 Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Italy's Treasury said it planned to buy back five BTP bonds expiring next year in a transaction to be held on Wednesday, using the cash surplus it holds at the Bank of Italy. "Only specialists in government bonds will be allowed to participate in the buyback auction for a maximum amount of 5 billion euros ($5.65 billion)," the Treasury said in a statement. The bonds subject to buyback will be BTPs maturing February 1, 2026, March 1, 2026, April 1, 2026, June 1, 2026 and August 1, 2026, the Treasury said. Copyright © 2025 FactSet Research Systems Inc.© 2025 TradingView Tyra Grant, who until this week was one of the most promising young players in American women’s tennis is the daughter of an American father and an Italian mother She was born in Rome and raised in Vigevano before training at the Piatti Academy in Bordighera 1 Jannik Sinner also spent his formative tennis years She relocated to Florida in 2023 and has since spent significant time training in the U.S. including at the USTA National Campus in Orlando Grant was not immediately available for comment through her representatives at IMG Tennis Association (USTA) spokesperson confirmed that Grant had informed the organization that she would represent Italy while a spokesperson for Italy’s tennis federation said Grant and officials had been in talks and that a formal announcement could happen soon for which Grant has received a singles wild card A spokesperson for the WTA confirmed that the organization had approved Grant’s request to change her nationality and that the change was scheduled to go into effect for the Italian Open All a player needs to change her nationality for tennis is a valid passport or other proof of nationality Players who request a change after the start of the season are not allowed to request another change until the next season Grant has a career-high singles ranking of No. 356 and has won three junior Grand Slam doubles titles. She last year won the Wimbledon girls’ doubles title with another American rising talent, Iva Jovic and reached the semifinals of the girls’ singles at the 2024 French Open Grant received a singles qualifying wild card to the 2025 Madrid Open which is still owned by IMG as a deal for its sale to a consortium led by Endeavour chief executive Ari Emanuel approaches Perhaps more notable is the wild card to the Italian Open Grant’s was the only given to a non-Italian athlete Grant played with an American flag next to her name where Grant is playing in the pre-qualifying tournament for doubles ahead of the Italian Open It is not uncommon for American athletes with dual citizenship to choose to represent countries other than the U.S. where there is less competition for sponsorship dollars and potentially being the best in that country is worth more than being one of many elite players in the top 50 and three players in the top 100 Naomi Osaka born in Japan but raised largely in the U.S chose to represent Japan and soon became the world’s highest-paid female athlete She lit the Olympic flame at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games a freestyle skier from California with a Chinese mother where there are fewer winter sports athletes Gu became the youngest Olympic champion in freestyle skiing after winning two gold medals and one silver at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing grew up in Brooklyn and played college basketball at St He signed a contract with the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA but did not last with the team and went on to a lengthy career in Europe In an interview with The Athletic last year said she found the experience at the USTA campus in Orlando far different from her training in Europe in one very significant way who said she there trained regularly with other Black juniors and pros for the first time explained after a match during Wimbledon juniors in July Italy's Jannik Sinner speaks during a press conference ahead of the Italian Open Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Welcome to “Cookbook of the Week.” This is a series where I highlight cookbooks that are unique While finding a particular recipe online serves a quick purpose flipping through a truly excellent cookbook has a magic all its own.  this latest volume from Milk Street has done something unexpected—it’s made Italian food new for me again.  This absolutely packed cookbook by Christopher Kimball and J.M and it’s fresh in more ways than that that you’re about to see a different side of the country's cuisine and relatively reliable to duplicate across regions What this cookbook does differently is give you a host of dishes you probably aren’t familiar with (I wasn’t) and truly helpful tips at every turn.  As for the dishes you thought you knew well Milk Street Backroads Italy shows you a new way to make it A new way that doesn’t make you grumpy about the change intrigued by the possibility of an alternative favorite It’s important to mention that these “new” methods aren’t actually new—they’ve been in use for generations But they’re finally making their way to us from different regions in Italy—from Italian chefs that Kimball and Hirsch cooked with and learned from—occasionally with an adjustment in favor of science or a spin on technique for the sake of ease in the American kitchen.  I usually find an excess of stories in cookbooks a little tiresome—I like to get on with the recipes—but the stories in this cookbook drew my attention nearly every time Instead of meandering anecdotes (which is when I usually flip) these excerpts are descriptive with a clear intention They provide vital information about what you’re about to see on the next page and why it’s going to be different from what you’re used to.  I especially enjoyed reading about No-Fry Neapolitan Eggplant Parmesan (Parmigiana di Melanzane) and the Milanese technique for quick-cooking risotto Each dish traditionally has an annoying but supposedly written in stone the eggplant must be breaded in a coating of egg and bread crumbs it’s consistent stirring and boosting it with lots of cheese and butter much of the same slow and consistent stirring while slowly ladling in chicken broth Well Milk Street Backroads Italy showed me that not only can you ditch the annoying steps but the meal might actually be better for it.  While Italian food is often known for hearty the authors here relish in unearthing the little-known recipes of Italy—and the enthusiasm is contagious.  I love the idea of making a soup that’s jam-packed with herbs instead of meat swapping spaghetti with chickpeas for my vongole or giving tomatoes a break and dousing rigatoni with a bright green broccoli sauce Don’t get me wrong: There are familiar pasta dishes Just be open to the twists and turns on these backroads I browsed the offerings in this cookbook for days and I stopped often to gander at a gorgeous picture here or peruse the ingredient list there Something about the creamy green sauce with big pasta tubes and even bigger broccoli florets was irresistible Plus the ingredient list was a reasonable length of 10 ingredients the sauce is made from the often-jettisoned broccoli stem with some key flavoring ingredients added They all get blended into a furiously jade-hued sauce and tossed with the cooked rigatoni and blanched broccoli florets made even less busy by using a single pot of boiling water for all of the work I appreciated not having multiple pots and pans going at once (and not having to clean them all later) When I caught a whiff of the sauce out of the blender I knew: There would be no hope for leftovers The broccoli flavor is to be expected—it’s the star—but the sauce is actually built on layers of flavor and lemon zest specifically—get blended in at the perfect ratio to lift each other up without overwhelming the eater My neighborhood is about to run out of broccoli Extra imaginary points from me if you solicit your local real-life bookstore too Allie has been Lifehacker’s Food Writer since 2021 She worked as a pastry chef for over a decade in New York City honing her skills at places like Balthazar Ambassador to Italy and San Marino vows to give up more than 600 businesses and restaurants to step into his new role The U.S. Senate confirmed Houston’s billionaire restaurateur Tilman Fertitta Ambassador to Italy and San Marino on Tuesday “I take the responsibility of being an ambassador at this crucial moment in history as the most important job of my life,” Fertitta told the Senate during his speech Despite the long list of companies that Fertitta will divest or resign from, it appears he’ll remain an owner of the NBA’s Houston Rockets the Office of Government Ethics has determined it is not a conflict of interest John Cornyn (R-Texas) introduced Fertitta to Congress during a hearing held on Tuesday praising his business acumen and reputation as one of the most successful restaurateurs in the country “What I later learned is that Tilman is not only one of the nation’s most prominent businessmen he’s also a visionary and a philanthropist who’s dedicated much of his time and resources to bettering the community I’ve witnessed Tilman make an incredible impact on the city of Houston and the entire state of Texas,” Cornyn said Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) also showed his support for Fertitta during the early April hearing Kelly talked about Fertitta’s support and encouragement when his wife was shot in the head in 2011 while meeting with constituents in Tucson “When I think of the worst moment of our lives and the impossible days and weeks and months that followed Tilman is one of those people that got us through it and that I significantly relied on,” he says Although Fertitta has extensive experience as a business owner and in running restaurants it is uncertain how much experience he has in foreign service The Galveston native has some Italian connections — his family is of Sicilian descent “We’ve been blessed to visit Italy numerous times over the years and I’ve long been an admirer of the country’s culture and true patriotic spirit,” he said during the March hearing Fertitta has shown his support for Trump in the past, donating $420,000 to PACs backing the President and hosting numerous fundraisers for the president-elect. During a roundtable discussion at the White House at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic aspects of Trump and Fertitta’s relationship came to light Several Italian municipalities have been offering abandoned homes for just €1 in a bid to revitalise their shrinking villages as young Italians move towards the cities The aim is to attract new residents and prevent further decline of rural communities particularly in regions like Sicily and Abruzzo These homes are typically uninhabitable and require extensive repairs The home owners have transferred them to local councils who later resell them for a symbolic €1 to avoid demolition and stimulate redevelopment and repopulation of these dying villages There are certain government incentives that can help Italy’s “Superbonus” tax programme offers up to 110 per cent coverage of qualified renovation costs though availability may vary depending on the region and the type of works being undertaken Orient Express has partnered with Milan-based Dimore Studio to create La Dolce Vita, a luxury train experience that reimagines mid-century elegance through a distinctly Italian lens Set to traverse eight curated routes across the country the train draws from the visual language of the 1960s while delivering a modern take on travel and hospitality developed the interior concept by referencing iconic Italian design and classic materials The result is a travel experience that connects guests with local culture A post shared by La Dolce Vita Orient Express (@ladolcevitaorientexpress) each space designed to balance comfort and visual impact mirrored walls and wooden slatted ceilings reflect light and lend texture A patterned sofa folds out into a double bed and each unit comes with a private bathroom The larger Suites include lounge seating with a sofa inviting guests to linger and experience the space as more than a means of travel Dimore Studio applied a signature mix of color and surface drawing on both vintage and contemporary references to create an intimate and layered interior environment Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck leads the restaurant car bringing refined Italian gastronomy to the rails The dining space itself acts as a visual counterpoint to the soft wood and textile tones found in the sleeping quarters and leather seating in vivid orange establish a jewel-box feel a communal lounge welcomes guests to enjoy drinks The space extends the design narrative into a more social dimension offering a space to gather while surrounded by details that reflect Italian design culture La Dolce Vita offers eight itineraries that travel across diverse Italian regions Each itinerary features experiences curated to highlight the cultural and architectural character of the destinations the train’s broader mission revolves around immersive travel offering more than scenery by connecting travelers to the nuances of place through each route Orient Express repositions the luxury train not just as transport but as a frame through which to experience Italy Dimore Studio’s interiors provide an intimate richly-detailed context for this new form of slow but moments of stillness and design clarity along the way and website in this browser for the next time I comment DSCENE is curated as a daily art, design, fashion & lifestyle destination. 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They are four points ahead of second-place Real Madrid in the domestic standings with only four games to go The Catalans are also into the UCL semifinals and there's a possibility of Hansi Flick guiding his team to a glorious treble something he achieved with Bayern Munich in 2020 Raphinha has revealed he was approached by the Italian national team to represent them in 2020 under Roberto Mancini's leadership who has featured in 33 matches for Brazil and scored 11 goals had an opportunity to don the Azzurri blue - as his father is of Italian descent - and he holds the Italian passport he had not yet made his international debut for the Selecao as Mancini wanted him in his Euro 2020 squad 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Raphinha turned down the deal due to his belief he would receive a call-up from Brazil and would represent the Samba Boys That day came a year later when he made his debut for Brazil in October 2021 coming on as a substitute in a 3-1win against Venezuela "I was close to accepting the Italian national team call," Raphinha told journalist Isabela Pagliari during an interview "I was supposed to go to the Euros they won in 2020 The 28-year-old would not have been the only Italy international with a Brazilian background Emerson Palmeiri and Rafael Toloi all featured in that Italy team which went on to win Euro 2020 the people from the Italy national team were calling me The Italian staff had an amazing project for me I still had that 1% of hope that I could wear the Brazil shirt my Italian passport didn’t get ready in time." Raphinha always dreamt of representing Brazil due to the legacy and the heritage of the Brazil team and now he is one of their integral players heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup Atrayo Bhattacharya is a content producer for The Sporting News For travel to the United States on a temporary basis For foreign citizens who want to live permanently in the United States The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of participating countries* to travel to the United States without a visa for stays of 90 days or less Learn more about quality higher-education opportunities in the U.S that you will not find anywhere else in the world Find the closest American Space in Italy where you can connect with the U.S Trump and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni held their first official meeting yesterday in Washington where they confirmed their resolve to promote a mutually beneficial relationship and further strengthen the U.S – Italy strategic alliance across security and Italy reiterate the unwavering commitment to NATO and to the principle of developing their collective and individual capacity to contribute to the Alliance’s goals We therefore commit to ensuring our national security and defense are aligned and funded to meet the challenges of today Our defense cooperation must rely on a deep and extensive transatlantic supply chain We are facing a complex security environment and we are ready to further increase defense equipment and technology cooperation including co-production and co-development that strengthen U.S and Italian defense industrial capacity and protect it from foreign adversaries and Italy reaffirm their shared commitment to counter illegal immigration and to ensure that legal migration is used as a tool to benefit our nations and not to create a security problem for our citizens We will step up our common efforts to eradicate international organized crime groups engaged in migrant smuggling and human trafficking and Italy confirm their joint effort to fight the production especially synthetic opioids and the criminal networks trafficking these drugs and well-being of our citizens and people around the world We highlight the importance of information technology to enabling free enterprise across the Atlantic We agreed that a non-discriminatory environment in terms of digital services taxation is necessary to enable investments from cutting-edge tech companies We welcome American investments in AI computing and cloud services in Italy to maximize the opportunities of digital transformation and support Italy as the key regional data hub for the Mediterranean and North Africa Developing a workforce that can deliver on the needs of our economies is vital The United States and Italy are proud partners in industrial endeavors that will benefit employment in both countries playing a vital role for each other’s supply chains and strengthening our industrial bases Italy will contribute to the maritime renaissance of the U.S will look into the investment opportunities offered by the increasingly positive Italian business environment including through the incentives granted by the new Single Special Economic Zone (SEZ) established in Italy and Italy cooperate to strengthen energy security by further encouraging the diversification of Italy’s energy supply source and by increasing exports of U.S liquefied natural gas to Italy in a mutually beneficial manner and Italy will work together to develop the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor one of the greatest economic integration and connectivity projects of this century and undersea cables and stimulating economic development and integration from India Following the example of the President Trump’s successful Abraham Accords approach and Italy will cooperate on crucial infrastructural projects and consider leveraging on the Mattei Plan’s potential We are proud to partner on Space Technology including through two Mars Missions in 2026 and 2028 and lunar surface exploration on future Artemis missions As we transition to and innovate on the technologies of the future we also commit to exploring opportunities for enhanced partnerships in these critical industries that protect our data from adversaries that would exploit it By U.S. Mission Italy | 18 April, 2025 | Topics: News, U.S. & Italy We use cookies to make our website work better and improve your experience From getting the coffee you actually want to tipping etiquette here’s what you need to know when dining out in Italy Home » Gallery » Other » Milan: Nirmala Sitharaman meets Italy’s Finance Minister at ADB Annual Meeting #Gallery and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni shake hands following their meeting at Villa Pamphilj in Rome meets with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at villa Doria Pamphilj Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni waits for the arrival of Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for a bilateral meeting and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni arrive for a joint press conference after their meeting and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni meet the media during a joint press conference at Villa Pamphilj in Rome and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni address the media during a joint press conference at Villa Pamphilj in Rome Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a joint press conference with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan adjusts his earphones during a joint press conference with Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni ROME (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday observed the formal exchange of a dozen cooperation agreements as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two Mediterranean nations Erdogan was in Rome to attend a fourth so-called Intergovernmental Summit between Italy and Turkey that aims to boost trade and cooperation His visit comes at a time when Turkey and Italy have expanded defense partnerships reached a memorandum of understanding for a joint venture with Italy’s Leonardo for production of unmanned aerial vehicles Baykar bought Italian aircraft producer Piaggio Aerospace Meloni and Erdogan said that Turkey and Italy have successfully reached their $30 billion trade volume target and have now set a new goal of $40 billion “We will continue to strengthen our cooperation with Italy which has made significant progress in the field of defense industry with new partnerships and projects,” Erdogan said Italy sees Turkey as a key partner in managing migration numbers and maintaining stability in the region saying joint measures by Turkey and Italy had resulted in the number of migrants originating from Turkey dropping to “zero.” Erdogan said: “We will continue our cooperation with Italy in the field of combating irregular migration in the coming period.” The Turkish leader also said that the sides had discussed possible cooperation toward Syria’s redevelopment and would hold more consultations on the issue We recognise you are attempting 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