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Britsh prime minister Gordon Brown
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Why Sometimes Pays to Be Like Gordon Brown
by William Pfaff
Flamboyance of the Latin kind gets you into the newspapers, but for bad reasons as well as good.
Nicolas Sarkozy of France is not a man noted for charm but for his unchecked energies and the restless activity. Italy's Silvio Berlusconi is another matter entirely. He is a success in politics apparently because the majority of Italians like him.
Indeed, sometimes pays to be a nondescript politician like Gordon Brown of Britain.
Sex scandals take a heavy toll on Berlusconi: record low ratings
For years Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been able to shake off his playboy image and obsession with being surrounded by young nubile women and putting them on his partys list of candidates but a survey now show that Italians are tiring of his antics. Support for Berlusconi has...
EU court says Naples rubbish crisis was Italys fault
The Italian government is to blame for the 2007 crisis which saw thousands of tons of domestic rubbish piling up on the streets of Naples and in the Campania region because it did not set up adequate systems to deal with it the European Union court said in a recent...
Rome airport experiments with the see-through body-scanner
Romes international airport recently became the first in Italy to introduce a body-scanner machine for US-bound flights. The controversial security equipment would be in use for some six weeks on an experimental basis officials at the Leonardo Da Vinci airport said. Airports in Milan and Venice that also operate flights...
Fastweb founder makes fast getaway from alleged scam
Italian authorities recently issued an arrest warrant for the founder of Telecommunications Company Fastweb along with dozens of others suspected of involvement in a massive international money laundering scam. Silvio Scaglia who in 2007 sold his remaining stake in Fastweb to Swisscom is believed to be abroad. A billionaire entrepreneur...
Dont touch that dial Italy reins in Pay TV ads
The Italian government recently put a new set of rules in place to regulate the amount of advertising that can be carried on pay TV as well as the inclusion of product placement in TV shows. According to observers the new regulations would reduce the amount of advertising per hour...
Italys treasury won big and lost - in swaps streak
While Greece is being investigated for using currency swaps to hide its deficit Italy used the same method to reap big dividends European Union statistics show. In an eight year span running from 1998 to 2006 the Italian coffer bagged 8.1 billion euros $10.9 billion from interest-rate and currency swap...
RWE Innogy invests in second wind farm in Italy
RWE Innogy recently confirmed its new onshore wind farm project in Italy. The Ururi wind farm would be having a capacity of 26 MW the company said in a release. The location of the farm due to be commissioned by the end of this year will be 20 kilometers southeast...
ENI sees difficulties after profit fall
Italian energy major ENI warned of 2010 challenges after a difficult 2009 in which company profits plunged by 47.7% but said production would be the same or higher than last year. 2009 has been a difficult year for our sector ENI CEO Paolo Scaroni was quoted as saying in a...
Economy shrinks by 0.2% in fourth quarter 2009
Italys economy the Eurozones third largest unexpectedly contracted by 0.2% during the fourth quarter of last year after expanding in the previous quarter. The figures issued by national statistics institute ISTAT mark the sixth decline posted by the Italian economy in the past seven quarters. The decline is a result...
Iranians nuclear plans have to be foiled says Berlusconi
Addressing Israeli fears visiting Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said on 2 February that Iranians nuclear plans had to be foiled and promised to do what he could in this regard. We shall do everything ... to stop this program he told Israeli Prime Minister Benajmin Netanyahu during a joint news...
Government considers raising retirement age
The Spanish government recently approved a proposal to rise the retirement age from 65 to 67 years and announced budget cuts worth 50 billion in new attempts to strengthen an economy eroded by recession. The government says rising the retirement age from 2013 onwards would put Spain in line with...
State film archive to sue over Mussolini iPhone application
Italys national film archive company said on February that it will take legal action against the improper distribution of a set of fiery speeches by Benito Mussolini in a best-selling iPhone application. The Rome-based Istituto Luce said in a statement that US company Apple must immediately interrupt the sale of...
Fiat fourth-quarter earnings dip 26%
Italian industrial group and carmaker Fiat on 25 January posted 2009 fourth quarter results showing a better-than expected 26% drop in earnings compared to the same period the previous year.
The Turin-based company which builds Fiat Alfa Romeo and Lancia branded vehicles and controls US carmaker Chrysler said trading profit earnings...
Second trial resumes in Milan against Berlusconi
The second trial in four days is against Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi resumed on 18 January in the northern city of Milan. Although he said he would have liked to have made spontaneous statements Berlusconi was not in court as he said his attorneys had advised against this Deutsche...
ENI leaves deal up to Uganda government
Italys ENI said on 18 January that it would wait to hear from the Ugandan government before rescinding its purchase of a half-share in two oil blocks from Heritage Oil Plc. ENIs purchase was thrown into doubt on 17 January when Tullow Oil Plc dropped a plan to sell up...
Italy dispatches aircraft carrier to Haiti
Italy was to dispatch an aircraft carrier to assist in earthquake rescue efforts in Haiti navy officials said. The Cavour which was set to sail from the port of La Spezia on 19 January afternoon was expected to reach Haiti in around 10 days Deutsche Presse-Agentur dpa quoted Italian Navy...
Berlusconi vows to press on with judicial reforms
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on 11 January vowed to press on with judicial reforms including some that could help keep him out of the countrys courts. Lets carry on a smiling Berlusconi said back at work after a break of almost a month during which he recovered from an...
Frattini begins African tour with Mauritania visit
Italian Foreign Minister Franco Frattini on 11 January began a seven-nation Africa tour with a visit to Mauritania. Efforts continue in cooperation with Mauritanian authorities to secure the release of the two Italians kidnapped by Al Qaeda but no details on the talks have so far been revealed. Frattini confirmed...
Government may plan more incentives for auto industry
The Italian government is reportedly preparing a second major round of incentives in an attempt to provide a soft landing for the autos industry and cushion it against any sudden slump in sales when the vehicle scrappage scheme finishes according to a report. It points out that although these concerns...
Italy plans largest photovoltaic cells plant
A plant in Italy for the production of photovoltaic cells will become the largest such facility in the country when it enters production in 2011 partners said. Enel Green Power a division of Italian utility giant Enel joined forces with Japans Sharp and Italian-French electronics company STMicroelectronics to sign an...
Tajani takes on a new post sees a good balance
European Commissioner Antonio Tajani stopped during the European Peoplersquo;s Party Congress in Bonn Germany last month to talk with New Europe about his new portfolio Barrosorsquo;s new commission new EU President Herman Van Rompuy and to defend embattled Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi.
Commissioner Tajani we have a new European Commission with...
Fiat plans 2-year 8 billion investment
Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne said recently the Italian carmaker would invest 8 billion $11.4 billion mostly in Italy over the next two years to increase productivity. The plan was included in a presentation - a copy of which was issued by Fiat - by Marchionne to Italian cabinet ministers...
Tremonti says 95 bln declared under tax amnesty
Italians have declared 95 billion $136.7 billion held illegally overseas under a tax amnesty topping original government forecasts and providing a boost to Italys banking system. The Finance Ministry said in a statement on 29 December around 98% of the money declared under the amnesty had been repatriated to Italy....
Italy Russia reach key transport agreements
Russian President Dmitry Medvedevs trip to Italy and his discussions with Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi two weeks ago led to a series of agreements being signed.
Tire maker Pirelli and Russian Technologies put some finishing touches on their pending agreement to jointly build a tire-producing factory in the Samara region...
China Linen signs agreement to ship fabric to Italy
Heilongjiang Lanxi Sunrise Linen Textile Industry Co Ltd a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Linen Textile Industry Ltd CLTI recently inked a contract with an Italian company to deliver approximately 1.4 million meters of semi-bleached linen fabric a statement from the parent company revealed last week. The customer is Italys Tanny...
Saudabayev reiterates strengthening commitment
Kazakhstan is fully committed to bringing a worthy contribution to strengthening and developing the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe during its Chairmanship of the Organization next year Kazakhstans Secretary of State and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev said at the 17th OSCE Ministerial Council in Athens on December 1....
ENI Turkmenistan sign cooperation agreement
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi met with Turkmenistan President Gurbanguly Berdimukhamedov in Rome on 25 November where they signed government and commercial agreements between the two countries.
Italys ENI will study with Turkmenistan the possibility of exporting natural gas from the hydrocarbon-rich Caspian country Paolo Scaroni chief executive of ENI...
China Italy renew scientific cooperation
Italy recently renewed a strategic bilateral cooperation agreement with China focused on he scientific and technological fields. The new agreement would cover the period from 2010-2012. The treaty was signed by Chinese Vice Minister for Science and Technology Du Zhanyuan and the Italian undersecretary for foreign affairs Stefania Craxi. The...
Alcoa to idle smelting operations at two sites
Alcoa said it had decided to temporarily idle production at its two aluminum smelters in Fusina and Portovesme Italy. According to the company the curtailment came as a result of uncertainty in obtaining future power supply for the smelters at competitive rates and the financial impact of a recent European...
Algeria-Italy Galsi gas pipeline delayed to 2014
Italy will still have to wait for another five years to feed its lines with Algerian gas reports confirmed last week. Due to a changed route the start-up of the Galsi pipeline designed to bring Algerian gas to Italy will be delayed to 2014 its consortium chairman Roberto Poti reportedly...
Berlusconi tax fraud trial re-opens
A Milan court on 16 November resumed proceedings against Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi over tax fraud charges relating to his Mediaset broadcasters purchase of TV rights in the United States. Berlusconi did not appear in court as he was attending a UN food summit in Rome. The proceedings were...
Italys Yoox begins IPO eyes December listing
Yoox SpA an Italian online fashion retailer recently rolled its initial public offering on the market with an aim to raise funds to fuel its expansion spree. The IPO was expected to value the company at up to 273 million on a fully diluted basis. Yoox put on offer up...
Italy may be slowly exiting economic crisis
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said the country had finally exited from recession and was among the leading global economic powers. Berlusconi according to local media said Italy was doing incredible progress leading most European countries in the economic revival.
He welcomed the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Developments OECD positive...
ENI starts gas production in Gulf of Mexico
Italian oil and gas company ENI announced it started production at the Longhorn gas field in the Gulf of Mexico 60 miles off the Louisiana coast.
ENI operates the Longhorn field with a 75% working interest while Nexen holds the remaining 25%. The field will initially produce gas at a...
Napolitano vows to preserve peace and fight terrorism
Italian President Georgio Napolitano visited Italian peacekeepers in southern Lebanon on 3 November saying they were needed to fight terrorism and promote peace. The primary job of the armed forces is to preserve peace and combat widespread international subversion starting with terrorism he said. Italy has 2 600 peacekeepers serving...
No trace of radioactive waste on sunken ship
A wreck discovered off the southern Italian coast in September is not that of a vessel carrying toxic waste as claimed by a mafia turncoat but a ship that sank in 1917 Italys Environment Minister Stefania Prestigiacomo said recently. It is not the ship of poisons but a passenger liner...
Italy France seek EU-Libya migration accord
Italy and France want the European Union to clinch a deal with Libya aimed at helping the North African nation control its borders and stem the flown of illegal immigrants across the Mediterranean to Europe the Italian government said.
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi and French President Nicolas Sarkozy made...
Largest opposition party picks new chief
Italys opposition Democratic Party on 25 October elected former minister Pier Luigi Bersani the partys new leader. Though precise results had not yet been made public Bersani was the clear winner in a vote with unexpectedly high voter turnout incumbent leader Dario Franceschini said in a press conference. Nearly three...
Thousands demonstrate against ships poison cargo
Thousands of concerned Italians demonstrated on 24 October in the southern Italian town of Amantea saying they would not allow their home to become Italys trash dump. The demonstrations seem to have been prompted by concerns over a the unknown contents of a ship recently sunk off the coast perhaps...
Fiat third quarter trading profit down 62 %
Despite the governmental packages designed to boost the ailing car industry of Europe signs of upturn are still pending. The recession particularly affected the countries recognized as the leading car producers and Italy remained among the toppers of the list. However since some time when indications of an overall economic...
SunPower begins construction of solar plant
SunPower Corporation last week officially announced that the company recently began the construction of a 1-megawatt solar electric power plant in Mesagne Comune di Brindisi Italy. A statement from the company revealed that the plant designed and constructed by SunPower would be owned and operated by Bluenergia Srl. The project...
Italy inaugurates first offshore gas terminal
Italy recently flagged off its first offshore gas terminal 15 kilometres away from the Po River Delta. The new 10-story structure in the middle of the Adriatic Sea is anchored to the seabed and offers an energy alternative to countries seeking secure supplies of natural gas - but has started...
Italy says EU withholding tax system being evaded
Italy as also its EU peers is actually getting an inappropriate share of the taxes paid by EU citizens in non EU countries like Switzerland the Italian Economy Minister Giulio Tremonti told a news conference on 20 October . While addressing the journalists after an EU finance ministers meeting Tremonti...
Governments tax amnesty wins nod from parliament
ITALYS conservative government recently won final approval for a controversial tax amnesty but only after a closer-than-expected parliamentary confidence vote. The lower house or Chamber of Deputies passed the proposal with 270 votes in favour 250 against. There were two abstentions. The vote followed a rowdy debate in which opposition...
Fininvest ordered to pay rival damages
FININVEST the conglomerate controlled by Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi was ordered by a Milan civil court to pay 750 million $1.1 billion in damages to rival CIR daily Corriere della Sera reported. The case stems back to a 1991 deal in which Fininvest at the time headed directly by...
Azimut may consider Fideuram bid
THE head of the Italian asset management company Azimut Holding SpA last week indicated that the company would consider a bid for Intesa Sanpaolo SpAs asset management unit Banca Fideuram if the asking price were reduced. Azimut founder and CEO Pietro Giuliani said: There is nothing on the table. As...
Berlusconi vows to restore LAquila in seven years
SILVIO Berlusconi speaking on 29 September said the quake-devastated city of LAquila will be restored within seven years. The city of LAquila with all its public buildings art treasures and peoples homes requires restoration and rebuilding that will take years Italian state TV channel Rai Uno quoted Berlusconi as saying....
Italy may renew car-industry incentives
ITALIAN Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said on 30 September his government would not pull back if new incentives for the countrys car industry were deemed necessary. If when [the present incentives] expire at the end of the year it will be necessary or helpful for the government not to pull...
Banks reject government help as outlook brightens
INSTEAD of opting for government help the Italian banks are looking to help themselves emerge from the ongoing crisis. On 29 September two major banks officially turned down governmental propositions looking instead to raise the rescue funds independently. One of the banks Unicredit said in a statement that it would...
Government calls for confidence vote on tax amnesty
THE Silvio Berlusconi-led Italian government last week indicated that despite the ogoing controversy the cabinet was poised to push ahead with the proposed tax amnesty on funds stashed away abroad. On 29 September the centre-right government announced its decision to call for a confidence vote in the lower house of...
Italy News - New Europe News
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What's new in Venice and Rome
Rome and Venice are two of my favorite cities. But to enjoy these classic destinations fully, you need to be prepared for changes in 2010. Knowing about a few recent developments will make your visit smoother this year.
TV chef dropped for cat recipe comments
Italy's state-owned television broadcaster has dropped a popular chef for sharing a recipe with viewers to cook cat.
Migrants leave Italian town amid violence
The message blaring out of the speakers on the van was stark: "Any black person who is hiding in Rosarno should get out. If we catch you, we will kill you."
Two Gitmo detainees transferred to Italy
Two Tunisian detainees whom the U.S. military had held at Guantanamo Bay have been turned over to the Italian government in Rome, the Justice Department announced.
Plane crashes in northern Italy, 5 dead
Five people were killed Monday in a military plane crash in northern Italy, the Italian Air Force said.
Italy convicts 'U.S. agents' in CIA kidnap trial
Nearly two dozen Americans -- most thought to work for the CIA -- were sentenced to five years in prison Wednesday by an Italian court for their role in the seizing of a suspected terrorist in Italy in 2003, the prosecutor in the case told CNN.
Italy vows to fight for classroom crucifixes
The Italian government is vowing to fight a European court ruling that crucifixes in classrooms violate students' right to freedom of religion.
Death toll from Italy mudslides now 21
The death toll from the mudslides on the Italian island of Sicily now stands at 21, the head of Italian Civil Protection said Saturday.
Poll: Money worries world's greatest cause of stress
A new international poll has revealed that money is the main source of stress in most countries --- but men and women often don't worry about the same things.
Soldiers' bodies returned to Italy as Afghan bomb toll rises
The number of people killed in a car bombing in Afghanistan's capital rose to 26, including six Italian soldiers, Afghan authorities said Saturday.
World Soccer: Serie A unwilling to drop veterans to find new talent
What do the following have in common: keeper Vincenzo Fiorillo (Sampdoria), fullback Francesco Renzetti (Genoa), center-half Giuseppe Bellusci (Catania), midfielders Fabio Sciacca (Catania) and Andrea Poli (Sampdoria), and strikers Abel Hernández (Palermo), Guido Marilungo (Sampdoria) and Alberto Paloschi (Parma)?
75 African migrants feared drowned off Italy
Up to 75 migrants are missing and feared dead after a harrowing 20-day journey from northern Africa to Europe, a United Nations agency said Friday.
What is man's greatest achievement?
Fire, the wheel and even cup noodles were among the varied answers to the question posed by CNN: "What is man's greatest achievement?"
Italy: 6 ways to spend the night
Farmstays, villa rentals, mountain refuges. Six ways to immerse yourself in the real Italy.
Italy train explosion kills at least 15
The death toll climbed to 15 on Wednesday in western Italy after a cargo train loaded with liquefied petroleum caused an explosion, civil protection agency officials said, warning more victims could be found.
Madonna Donates Money to Italian Earthquake Victims
"I am happy to lend a helping hand to the town that my ancestors are from," Madonna tells PEOPLE
Italy quake worker: 'It's hard to deal with'
An emergency worker fought back tears amid the rubble of Italy's deadliest earthquake in decades. Helicopters buzzed overhead, and sirens echoed across the region.
Survivor rescued 42 hours after Italian quake
A woman was pulled alive from the rubble of the Italian earthquake late Tuesday -- 42 hours after it smashed central Italy, according to CNN eyewitness accounts and Italian emergency medical staff.
Italian media: Quake kills 20
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck central Italy early Monday, killing 20 people, including four children, Italian media reported.
Melting glaciers force Italy, Swiss to redraw border
Melting glaciers in the Alps may prompt Italy and Switzerland to redraw their borders near the Matterhorn, according to parliamentary draft legislation being readied in Rome.
Tim Vickery: Brazil can't let its results in friendlies go to its head
There's a lesson soccer teaches again and again: Never place too much importance on the results of friendlies. They can be very deceptive, and they're always forgotten once the competitive action gets underway.
Comatose woman in euthanasia debate dies
An Italian woman who had been in a coma for 17 years and whose right-to-die case was being debated in the Italian Parliament has died days after doctors began removing her feeding tube.
Dodge the crowds at Italy's most famous sights
Travelers to Italy need to be smart to avoid needless lines and expenses while enjoying its ever-popular treasures. Major sights in Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan are evolving for 2009.
Italian police arrest suspects for alleged terror plot
Italian police Tuesday arrested two Moroccans suspected of preparing a series of terrorist attacks near Milan in northern Italy, the police announced.
Bandits kidnap Catholic nuns in Kenya
Italy's foreign minister is working with Kenyan authorities to secure the release of two Italian nuns, who were kidnapped Monday by suspected Somalian bandits, according to the foreign ministry in Rome.
Tiny, charming island offers taste of pure Italy
The charm of Ventotene is apparent the moment you spot it from the boat transporting you to its shores. Sitting there like a lonely sponge cake protruding from the surface of a clear blue plate, the island's sheer size -- or lack thereof -- promises something not only special but personal.
Police arrest suspects in Mafia killings
Italian authorities Tuesday arrested two suspects believed to be responsible for the September 18 killing of six African immigrants in Castelvolturno, a small town of 20,000 residents north of Naples.
The Screening Room's top 10 Italian films
Over the last few weeks, there has been a definite Italian flavor pervading "The Screening Room" offices.
Italy Using Soldiers to Fight Crime
Hundreds of soldiers were deployed Monday in cities across Italy as part of government measures to fight street crime
Naples: Italy in the extreme
All my life, Naples has been the symbol of chaos, stress and culture shock for European travel.
For overseas travel, domestic phones are the best bet
The world may indeed be flat, and we all might be competing in a global village. But that doesn't mean we here in the small-biz world can make a cheap, reliable international phone call.
Hiking Italy's Amalfi Coast
Eleven hundred and six steep, stone steps that never seem to end.
"Unicorn" Deer Found in Italy
A deer with a single horn in the center of its head -- much like the
fabled, mythical unicorn -- has been spotted in a nature preserve in
Italy
Atheists caught having sex in cathedral
A man and a woman have been charged by police in Italy after they were found having sex in a confession box, it was reported Wednesday.
World Soccer: Buffon admits Italy is up against the odds -- again
Italy not even make it out of its group? Azzurri keeper Gianluigi Buffon has his doubts at the European Championship, as Italy is in the toughest group. But Gigi and his mates have been in tougher spots: No one expected them to win the 2006 World Cup, either -- and they did so without conceding a single goal (save for one own-goal). World Soccer's Kevin Danton chats with Italy's stone-walling netminder.
Translation software still fails - badly
My public relations agency, NettResults, based in Irvine, Calif., and Dubai, employs 18 people speaking a total of nine languages. Through a partner, we work with 58 other agencies in 26 countries. So I was excited to test three new language-translation software suites: If they worked, I could e-mail clients myself and cut down on the pricey human translators we use every day.
Italian police crack down on immigrants
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi appears to be making good on his promise to deal with crime and immigration, launching a nationwide police sweep just weeks after taking office.
Trash crisis lands Italy in legal strife
Italy faces legal action over the waste crisis that has left piles of garbage rotting on the streets around the southern city of Naples.
Medieval moments in Siena, Italy
Siena seems to be every Italy connoisseur's pet town. More than a sum of places to see, Siena itself is the sight. Grab a gelato, join in the evening stroll, and end up at the town's glorious red brick main square, Il Campo. Lean up against a pillar as the setting sun plays games with the colors of the stone and the sky. At twilight, first-time poets savor that magic moment when the sky turns into a rich blue dome as bright as the medieval tower that holds it high.
Italy truck strike ends -- for now
A strike by Italian truck drivers that has caused shortages of food, fuel and medicine across the country has ended -- at least for now.
Italy terrorism raids: 20 arrested
Police made a string of arrests across Europe Tuesday, detaining 20 people suspected of involvement in the recruitment of suicide bombers, Italian police said.
Euro: Italy rallies to beat Turkey in overtime
MADRID, Spain (AP) -- Marco Belinelli scored six of his 17 points in overtime Monday to help Italy beat Turkey 84-75 at the European Basketball Championship.
Va Fangul!... And Have a Nice Day
Italy's high court rules that an infamous obscenity is merely an expression of annoyance.
Richard O'Brien: Italy's wild ride
Editor's note: We asked SI.com writers to share their memories from the best game they've ever seen. Here are their stories:
Sauerkraut in Italy's Alps
Its German-speaking residents call the Italian town of Castelrotto "Kastelruth." Tucked away in the Dolomites, the Alps of northern Italy, it's my favorite hideaway in the Italian "South Tirol." This region offers Italy a strong dash of German culture. My chalet -- sturdy as a bomb shelter, yet warmly woody -- comes with a generously fluffy down comforter and serious German plumbing: Ka-chunk ... ahhhh.
Experiencing Rome's culture 'in situ'
Throughout Italy, early evening is a time to stroll. As I walk through the streets of the Eternal City with my Roman friends, they explain the ritual of this promenade: While elsewhere in Italy it's called the passeggiata, in Rome it's a cruder, big-city version called the struscio (which means "rub").
Luxury, Italian style
There are few cultures as dedicated to the art of fine living as Italy's. Don't believe it? Think of endless, 14-course lunches and dinners, often eaten on seemingly endless Italian vacations; think of the fabulous decadence of La Dolce Vita; think about the best pair of shoes you have ever seen.
Italy blocks trial of CIA agents
The Italian government has moved to block the trial of 26 Americans, mostly CIA agents, in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a Muslim cleric more than four years ago.
Where's the soul?
VERONA, Italy -- I've been to plenty of MLS games that had 9,000 fans rattling around inside an NFL stadium, but I can't say that I've ever witnessed a soccer match featuring some of the world's best players competing before a paid audience of zero.
'Terrorist cell' arrests in Italy
In a series of morning raids, Italian military police arrested five Algerians for their alleged affiliation with a terrorist group, authorities said Friday.
Italy on the cheap
Vacationing in Italy this past winter was in high demand thanks to the Olympics in Turin. But now that the games are over and before the summer crowds descend, bargains abound.
Deadly bird flu spreads in Europe
The deadly H5N1 bird flu strain that has killed at least 88 people around the world has been detected in Italy and Greece, according to officials.
Italy arrests terror suspects
Italy's military police have detained three Algerian nationals believed to be connected to a militant group with ties to al Qaeda, authorities said.
Priests probed in child sex case
Authorities in Italy say three Roman Catholic priests are among the 186 people under investigation in connection with an Internet pedophilia ring.
Italy, U.S. differ on shooting of Italian agent
The United States and Italy failed to come to the same conclusions in the investigation of the shooting death of an Italian intelligence agent at a U.S. Army checkpoint in Baghdad last month, officials said Friday.
Judge sparks terror ruling row
Italy's justice ministry has sent inspectors to Milan to question a judge who dropped international terrorism charges against five North Africans earlier this week.
Italy train crash kills 13
At least 13 people have been killed and another 50 injured when two trains collided in heavy fog in northern Italy, according to medical officials.
Fast times for 'slow food'
It's autumn in Italy, when even soccer fans become preoccupied with something more important: food.
Italy 'vigilant' on terror threats
An Italian official has reiterated his government's vigilance over threats by terror groups angry at Italy's troop presence in Iraq.
Italy: 'Sudanese' refugees lied
Italian authorities say some of the 37 African immigrants who landed in Sicily after a three-week standoff in the Mediterranean appear to have lied about coming from Sudan's war-ravaged Darfur region.
Italy U-turn as refugee ship docks
Italy has allowed 37 African shipwreck victims to disembark from a German humanitarian aid ship after a three-week standoff in the Mediterranean.
Fence divides neighboring towns
The border between Italy and Slovenia is barely visible here. Neighboring rooftops sit in two different towns in two different countries.
Terror attacks leave Italy on edge
A series of recent police raids and arrests suggest the Italian government remains concerned about the possibility that Italy may be the next terror target.
Italy transport workers on strike
Italian bus, train and metro workers have gone on strike in various cities on Friday, disrupting transport for a second day in a row over demands for better pay.
HOW DO I WOO WORKERS? ...GOT ANY STARTUP MONEY? ...AND OTHER QUERIES
Dear Annie: I am an engineer and manager in a smokestack industry, and I'm considering a promotion to a job where all the people who will be reporting to me came up through the ranks and are wary o...
DYNASTIES SLEEP WITH THE FISHES
Italy is saying arrivederci to its old ingrown way of doing business. For decades, a few powerful Northern families have dominated many huge corporations, as the Agnellis do Fiat, while a giant sta...
FORTUNE'S GLOBAL 500 RANKED WITHIN INDUSTRIES
As they did last year, American corporations ranked No. 1 in sales in 14 of the 25 industry groups we survey. Profits were something else. General Motors not only remains the largest company in the...
ITALY THRIVES AMID SCANDAL
Top executives or directors of companies that account for about 20% of Italy's GNP are now under investigation for kickbacks, falsifying accounts, or illicit funding of political parties. Four dire...
MORE BANG FOR THE BUCK IN ITALY
La vita e dolce for U.S. tourists headed for Italy this summer. Despite the dollar's recent wobbles, Europe's currencies are still weaker in comparison with last August. Italy offers the most vacat...
Tributes to the American dream
The bounty that America offers is very much on your minds -- and in your hearts. Responding to MONEY's October special issue, ''How You Can Live Better,'' your letters primarily expressed pride and...
If the shoe fits . . .
Italy has long been known for its fine, fashionable footwear, the kind Americans love to buy. But now the shoe seems to be on the other foot. Trendy Italian men from Milan to Montepulciano are spor...
Italy: News & Videos about Italy - CNN.com
Find stories, videos, and photos about Italy from CNN.com.
Spring in Tuscany - Italy Travel Photo of the Week
Spring in the Lunigiana of Northern Tuscany © 2010 by Martha Bakerjian Spring in Tuscany - Italy Travel Photo of the Week originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Thursday, March 18th, 2010 at 11:56:37.
Caravaggio in Rome Virtual Tour
As mentioned in a previous blog post, to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Caravaggio's death his works are being featured in several major exhibits. At Rome's Scuderie del Quirinale, 24 of his paintings are currently on display. If you're going to Rome in spring, don't miss this rare opportunity to see the popular exhibit. What if you're not going to Rome or want a sneak preview to find out more about this famous artist before you go? My colleague Shelley Esaak has a Caravaggio Virtual Tour where you can see photos of 13 paintings from the exhibit and find out almost anything you want to know about Caravaggio. Caravaggio in Rome Virtual Tour originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 at 22:26:52.
Plan Ahead to Watch the Giro d'Italia, Italian Bike Race
The Giro d'Italia, Italy's big bike race similar to the Tour d'France, starts May 8. The race runs though scenic Italian countryside and it's fun to take in a leg or two of the race. Because many of the places along the route are small, there aren't a lot of hotels so you'll need to book lodging ahead. On the 2010 Giro d'Italia Interactive Map you'll find details for each leg and lodging suggestions along the route. If you have a B&B on the route or know of a good one, you can recommend it to be added. This year's race covers more than 3400 kilometers, a little longer than the 2009 Giro d'Italia that marked the race's 100th anniversary. Three days of racing in the Netherlands precede the Italian tour which starts in the northwest, going from Savigliano to Cuneo in Piemonte. I'll be taking in the third leg, from Fidenza to Carrara along the historic Via Francigena. The race continues through central Italy and back up the east coast into the northern mountains, finally ending in the city of Verona on May 28. Plan Ahead to Watch the Giro d'Italia, Italian Bike Race originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Sunday, March 14th, 2010 at 11:32:07.
Saint Patrick's Day in Italy and Beyond
Saint Patrick's Day in Italy and Beyond originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Saturday, March 13th, 2010 at 11:31:12.
Saint Patrick's Day, March 17, is a huge Irish festival so of course you'll find lots of parades and parties in Ireland. But Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated in other parts of the world, too, often brought by emigrating Irish to their new homeland. So where can you go on Saint Patrick's Day if you're not in Ireland? Bernd's Ireland Travel Blog has a round-up of places to celebrate in Ireland, elsewhere in Europe, North America and a few more distant lands - Saint Patrick's Day Goes Global. Read more...
Rome Photo Tours
Rome, Italy's most popular travel city, is a photographer's delight. From ancient monuments to lavish Baroque fountains and historic churches filled with artwork, there's something to see everywhere. Take an introductory look at the sights of Rome with our Rome Picture Gallery, then peruse our Rome Photos to enjoy a virtual tour of your favorite places in Rome. Europe Travel has a new photo tour of Rome's Testaccio neighborhood that you might enjoy, too. Trevi Fountain Photo © by James Martin, Europe Travel Rome Photo Tours originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Friday, March 12th, 2010 at 14:25:45.
Best of the Veneto
More: Veneto Region Map | Venice Day Trips Soave Castle Photo © 2009 by Martha Bakerjian Best of the Veneto originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Thursday, March 11th, 2010 at 11:27:39.
While Venice is the jewel of the Veneto and its most visited city, northern Italy's Veneto region has a wealth of attractions. From historic cities like Verona and Padua to the natural beauty of Lake Garda and the Dolomite Mountains, there's a lot to see in the Veneto. Use our Best of the Veneto guide to plan your vacation in the Veneto region.
Cleaning Trajan's Forum - Italy Travel Photo of the Week
Cleaning Trajan's Forum in Rome © 2010 by Martha Bakerjian Cleaning Trajan's Forum - Italy Travel Photo of the Week originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 at 21:51:51.
Tuscany Photos
Tuscany: Top Places to Go in Tuscany | Tuscany Travelogues Pitigliano Photo © 2009 by Martha Bakerjian Tuscany Photos originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 at 11:27:34.
Tuscany, one of Italy's most popular travel destinations, is a picturesque region dotted with evocative medieval hill towns that have ancient walls and towers and lively squares where you can sit at an outdoor cafe for a coffee or glass of wine. Take an armchair photo tour of Tuscany's hill towns, from popular towns like Cortona and Siena to less visited choices, with our Tuscany Photos.
Spring Is On The Way in Italy
Spring Travel: Why Visit Italy in Spring? Photo of Spring flowers in Puglia © 2010 by Martha Bakerjian Spring Is On The Way in Italy originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Sunday, March 7th, 2010 at 13:46:42.
Warmer weather has made its way into many parts of Italy and it's starting to look like spring is on its way. We have a forum post with spring photos from Villa I Due Padroni B&B. I added links to a couple of my spring favorites, too. Drop by the forum to talk about spring in Italy, check out the photos or post your own photo of spring in Italy.
Rialto Special Events in the Heart of Venice
Rialto Bridge and Market area, in the center of Venice, is holding a series of special events to introduce Rialto Cuore della Citta', or heart of the city. Events (listed in Italian) start March 6 and run through April 10. Look for special markets displays, theater, and music on Fridays and Saturdays and Women in Jazz performances on Thursday evenings at 6:30. Rialto Bridge and Market Pictures Rialto Special Events in the Heart of Venice originally appeared on About.com Italy Travel on Friday, March 5th, 2010 at 18:10:53.
The Rialto Bridge is one of Venice's top free tourist sites and you'll easily find it by following signs put up in many parts of Venice. But not so many tourists visit the spectacular Rialto fish market, held weekday mornings for about the last 1000 years. Arrive early to see fresh fish being unloaded from the boats. Nearby is San Giacometto, probably Venice's first church, founded in 471 and rebuilt in 1071, about the same time the Rialto Market was built. You'll find several good, inexpensive places to eat near the market, too. See our Venice Neighborhoods Map for location.
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Italy (Italian: Italia), officially the Italian Republic, (Italian: Repubblica Italiana), is located on the Italian Peninsula in Southern Europe, and on the two largest islands in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and Sardinia. Italy shares its northern Alpine boundary with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. The independent states of San Marino and the Vatican City are enclaves within the Italian Peninsula, while Campione d'Italia is an Italian exclave in Switzerland.
Italy has been the home of many European cultures, such as the Etruscans and the Romans, and later was the birthplace of the movement of the Renaissance, that began in Tuscany and spread all over Europe. Italy's capital Rome has been the center of Western civilization, and is the center of the Catholic Church.
Today, Italy is a democratic republic, and a developed country with the 7th-highest GDP, the 8th-highest Quality-of-life index, and the 20th-highest Human Development Index rating in the world. It is a founding member of what is now the European Union (having signed the Treaty of Rome in 1957), and also a member of the G8, the Council of Europe, the Western European Union, and the Central European Initiative. Beginning January 1, 2007, Italy became a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
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