When we arrived in Genoa, also called Genova, we discovered much about this destination that many in Italy already know: That it’s a little gritty but highly welcoming, the pasta is as fabulous as any you’ll find in Florence, and it’s not plagued by over-tourism. “It’s off the beaten path. So you see something others have not seen,” said Matteo Del...

An important meeting was held in recent days at the Ellis Island Museum of Immigration as NY between the symbols of Italian-American emigration: the MU.MA and the MEI, with the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation. This is a further step in the international collaboration between these prestigious institutions that will lead to the creation in...

As is tradition, Genoa celebrates Christopher Columbus Day on October 12 with a series of initiatives culminating in the traditional Columbus Ceremony. Genoa and Columbus Day begins in the morning with three children's workshops; at 9:30 a.m. with the 50th “Columbus” International Communications Conference - “Submarine Cables and New Global Connect...

Italy, renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, is home to more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country in the world. From ancient Roman ruins to Renaissance masterpieces and awe-inspiring natural landscapes, these sites embody the essence of Italy's cultural and historical significance. Each location offe...

My wife and I have fallen for Genoa - hard. We first visited last year in February, and when the opportunity for another trip came up this summer, we couldn’t resist. With stunning ocean views, towering mountains, and a rich history, Genoa has everything you could want from an Italian getaway. On a clear day, when you look out over the ocean, you c...

The 64th Genoa Boat Show opens today. Tthe Genoese docks have been expanded to accommodate new stands with boats and watercraft of all kinds, from small sails and up to yachts of thirty meters and more. The Genoese docks have been expanded to accommodate new stands with boats and vessels of all types, starting with small sails and up to yachts of t...

February 2024 Christopher Columbus' legal defense in American courts: thanks to George Bochetto

Housed within the Commenda di San Giovanni di Prè, the new MEI – National Museum of Italian Emigration spans three floors divided into 16 areas where visitors can explore the many stories of Italian migrations, from the time of Italian Unification (and even earlier) to the present day. Connected, both administratively and geographically, with the M...

Europe and the United States have allied very often, on various issues and challenges. One fine alliance is the one we present that concerns innovation in education. In Europe, pedagogical structures and methodology went through several reforms since the beginning of the last century in the direction of making education more active and putting stud...

Genoa in Liguria hosted the presentation of the new made in Italy prototype artificial foot called “SoftFoot Pro”. This device, developed by the Soft Robotics for Human Cooperation and Rehabilitation Unit of the Italian Institute of Technology, represents an important innovation in the field of technological prostheses for people with disabilities...