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10 Inspirational Italian Women to Know This International Women’s Day

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 03/08/2016 - 03:15

In honor of International Women’s Day, known as Festa della donna in Italy, we take a look back at some of the Italian women who have inspired and…

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A Short History of Sophia Loren

by Magda Lauer | Fri, 09/19/2014 - 03:30

Ed., September 20, 2024: Today Sophia Loren turns 90 and we look back on this archival article to celebrate the iconic Italian actress. Sophia Loren once said…

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Festa della Rificolona: The Traditional Festival of Paper Lanterns in Florence

by Italy Magazine Staff | Fri, 09/05/2014 - 01:30

Every year on September 7, the Festa della Rificolona takes place in Florence to celebrate the birth of the Virgin Mary. The event is thought to have…

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For Friday the 13th, Check Out These Top 13 Italian Superstitions

by Carol King | Thu, 10/31/2013 - 08:00

Ed., September 13, 2024: We're re-sharing this archival article on Friday the 13th, which in some countries is thought of as a day of bad luck. Here in…

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Pope Benedict XVI Resigns

by ITALY | Mon, 02/11/2013 - 07:29

The Vatican has announced that Pope Benedict XVI will retire on February 28. The move has shocked Italy and Catholics worldwide, given that the post is…

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