Is Italy Heading Toward Water Disputes?
Together with new climate risks and socio-economic issues, water disputes are on the rise in Italy. Solving the problem is in the hands of a sustainable agenda.
The Venice Biennale 2022 Is Not To Be Missed
Things are starting to shake up in Venice: diversity, equality, and a welcome fresh take on an institution that had gathered some dust.
Venice Carnival: Between Tradition And Innovation
700 years since it began — and despite some setbacks — the Venice Carnival is still going strong. We take a look at both its history and present.
Can The Italian Democratic Party Speak For The Working Class?
The Democrats have long shifted away from their traditional base — and now it may be too late to reclaim it.
Waiting For A Miracle: Can The Italian Left Be Resurrected?
The Democrats look to remake themselves under Enrico Letta while the Five Star Movement places its future in the hands of Giuseppe Conte. Will it be enough to stem the tide of populism?
Baccalà Alla Vicentina: A Norwegian Fish, Italian Style
The journey of baccalà from the seas of Norway to Italian plates is one that involved shipwrecks, floating barrels, and the Catholic Church.
The Song Of Sarnano
Strangers come for the day and do not hear that Sarnano is special in ways that many towns do not share. The resident was going to try to explain the sound and silence to his young friend.
Can Belluno Lead The Fight Against Climate Change?
Three years after the devastation of Storm Vaia, the city of Belluno in the Dolomites unveils a new policy plan against climate risks.
Is Graffiti Always A Crime?
Seeing vandalism over owned property is increasingly common in Rome. This has brought back the debate over a million-dollar question: can artistic expression override the law?
Street Art That Empowers Women
Creative duo Lediesis puts feminist posters on Italian streets to encourage women's emancipation.