Natalie Aldern
Articles by Natalie Aldern
Mon, 03/28/2011 - 06:08
In 2011, Riccardo Muti has already won two Grammys and been awarded the most prestigious prize in classical music. Now, Muti is using his obvious tale…
Fri, 03/25/2011 - 10:28
John Paul II is one step closer to becoming a saint after a special Vatican commission attributed the first miracle to the former Pope.The commission…
Fri, 03/25/2011 - 05:39
An American tour guide is under investigation in Rome, suspected of selling fake tickets to the beatification of Pope John Paul II.The guide, who was…
Thu, 03/24/2011 - 04:54
Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in Ischia, Italy (June 1962)Elizabeth Taylor is being remembered in Italy today as the world mourns her passing.…
Wed, 03/23/2011 - 04:58
Life in Italy comes at a certain cost, and usually brings to mind a budget for adult pleasures like homes, holidays, food and wine. But how much does…
Wed, 03/23/2011 - 03:38
The European Court of Human Rights has overturned a 2009 ruling that had attempted to ban crucifixes in public classrooms because they might be distur…
Tue, 03/22/2011 - 03:45
The Sol d’Oro, the only international competition for high quality olive oil, has released the results of their 9th annual tasting evaluations and dec…
Tue, 03/22/2011 - 03:15
The 12th Asto del Barolo Wine Auction ended last week, generating a total of 40,000 Euro in bids for the beloved Italian wine.The Accademia del Barolo…
Mon, 03/21/2011 - 06:46
The Venus of Morgantina has returned home to Sicily after being stolen from Italy over thirty years ago.In the late 1970s, tomb raiders are believed t…
Mon, 03/21/2011 - 06:41
Italy its taking part in the allied actions against Libya.An allied response was launched this weekend to enforce a United Nations-sanctioned no-fly z…
Fri, 03/18/2011 - 07:33
Italian maestro Riccardo Muti is having an incredible year. After winning two Grammys from a hospital bed where he was recovering from major surgery,…
Thu, 03/17/2011 - 07:43
As Italy celebrates 150 years of unification, the Youth Ministry has launched a creative new initiative to teach young people about the country’s stor…
Wed, 03/16/2011 - 07:03
Italy’s cinematographic history may be marked by masters like Benigni and Fellini, but a new generation of film makers are taking center stage in Rome…
Wed, 03/16/2011 - 05:34
As most of Europe struggles with falling property values, homes in Italy have maintained their prices.The Bank of Italy looked at housing prices in 13…
Tue, 03/15/2011 - 06:39
Runners from all over the world are lacing up their shoes and heading to Italy for two major marathons.
The endurance runners will hit the streets of…
Fri, 03/11/2011 - 09:58
'Venus and Cupid' by Lorenzo LottoA comprehensive collection of work by Italian Renaissance artist Lorenzo Lotto (1480-1556) is currently on display i…
Fri, 03/11/2011 - 06:22
The rocky peaks of the Dolomites will soon provide a breathtaking backdrop for the Dolomiti Ski Jazz Festival.The music festival runs 11 to 20 March,…
Thu, 03/10/2011 - 07:11
Italian luxury brand Bulgari has sold for a tidy sum. The designer jewelry firm has been acquired by LVMH for 3.7 billion Euros.LVMH, a French Luxury…
Thu, 03/10/2011 - 05:16
Woody Allen wants to translate his love for Rome onto the big screen. Allen has announced that he will shoot his next movie in Rome.Filming is set to…
Wed, 03/09/2011 - 06:59
According to a new report from the Italian Matrimonial Lawyers Association (AMI), sexual apathy leads to 20% of Italian divorces.Lack of bedroom activ…