Beloved California Italian deli shutting down after almost 50 years
Corsagna Deli to Close After Nearly 50 Years Another San Francisco gem is bidding farewell. Corsagna Deli, a cherished family-run Italian shop that has served the Cow Hollow neighborhood for decades, will close its doors after almost fifty years. The owner expressed sadness, noting that customers now seem more interested in trendy, overpriced food concepts. […]
Zohran Mamdani asked to participate in Columbus Day Parade despite Italian criticism
Zohran Mamdani Booed at Pro-Police Event on Staten Island Mayor Zohran Mamdani has come under fire after being booed during a Staten Island celebration supporting the police. There’s growing scrutiny over his proposed plans, which include a free childcare program, all amidst projected deficits in the city budget. Recently, his invitation to the Columbus Day […]
Inside the large Italian restaurant and market launch at Grand Central
New Italian Restaurant and Market to Open in Grand Central Terminal In an exciting development for the culinary landscape of Grand Central Terminal, a new Italian restaurant and market is set to debut next month, occupying nearly 8,500 square feet on the main level. This venture is anticipated to bring benefits for both its operator […]
Italian officials confiscate $290 million worth of cocaine concealed in banana shipments
Cocaine Seized in Italy Italian officials announced that approximately 1,700 pounds of cocaine were confiscated from a major port. The drugs were cleverly hidden among pallets of bananas, with the seizure revealed on Tuesday. The Guardia di Finanza reported that the cocaine, divided into around 650 parcels, was concealed within refrigerated shipping containers that had […]
Russia Removes Italian Diplomats in Response to Spy Incident
Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Between Italy and Russia On Monday, Russia retaliated against Italy by expelling two Italian military attachés, a move that comes after Rome expelled two Russian representatives over espionage allegations. The diplomatic discord began earlier this month when Italy ordered the expulsion of Russian military officers Ivan Petrovich Gorbachev and Mikhail Vasilyevich Astakhov. […]
Italian restaurant owner declines to serve National Guard members and stands firm after receiving online criticism
Restaurant Owner Refuses Service to National Guard The proprietor of an Italian eatery has decided not to serve members of the National Guard, citing concerns over safety in the city. Miles Tamboli expressed that he has faced harassment and threats after asking four uniformed members of the Memphis Safety Task Force to leave his establishment, […]
Italian soldiers and police demonstrate in Rome regarding salary issues
Military and Security Services Protest in Rome Approximately 6,000 members of Italy’s military and security forces took to the streets of Rome on Saturday to call for higher salaries, improved pensions, and enhanced workplace protections. This demonstration brought together personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Carabinieri, and Guardia di Finanza, marking the first collective […]
The story of how an Italian sculptor crafted the famous World Cup trophy
MILAN — The Italian sculptor who crafted the FIFA World Cup trophy aimed to encapsulate three key emotions related to sports within a single spiral form: the determination of athletes, the joy of fans, and the thrill of victory. On Sunday, either Spain or Argentina will lift the trophy after the 2026 World Cup final. […]
Mamdani’s ‘Immigrant Map’ Excludes Contributions from Irish, Italian, and Jewish Communities in NYC
Controversy Over NYC Immigrant Map New Yorkers are voicing their displeasure with Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s administration for endorsing a map that celebrates the city’s immigrant communities while omitting significant groups like Italians, Irish, and Jews, who have played vital roles in the city’s history. In May, members of Mamdani’s council initiated a campaign showcasing ethnic […]
Former Italian Intelligence Agent Detained in Rome for Alleged Spying for Russia
Two Former Intelligence Officers Arrested in Rome for Alleged Espionage A former intelligence officer in Italy, aged 59 and referred to as an “ex-007” by local media, was arrested along with another ex-official on Tuesday. They are facing charges of spying for Russia and leaking classified information. The retired agent, Gavino Raul Piras, is reported […]