Names, Words, and Pronouns: Italianization Under Fascist Rule
Italianization and Linguistic Policies during Fascist Italy. Caption of the cartoon in the featured image: Here Lies the LEI, whose delicate constitution could not withstand … Read more
Guide to unusual places in Italy.
Italianization and Linguistic Policies during Fascist Italy. Caption of the cartoon in the featured image: Here Lies the LEI, whose delicate constitution could not withstand … Read more
Magic and Religion in the Roman Society. In ancient Roman society, the realms of magic and superstition occupied a unique and often complex space. Far … Read more
Ancient Rome’s Urban Dwelling: Insulae’s Daily Life and Culture. In the bustling city of ancient Rome, a significant portion of the urban population lived in … Read more
How Ancient Romans Spent Their Holidays. The Roman Empire, which spanned from Western Europe to parts of Asia and Africa, is renowned for its military, … Read more
“A Marriage in the Moon” – Italy’s Early Foray into Sci-Fi Cinema. In 1910, Italian cinema offered its audience a whimsical vision of interstellar love … Read more
Italy’s Early 20th Century Sci-Fi Renaissance and Yambo’s Role. Enrico de’ Conti Novelli da Bertinoro, better known by his pseudonym Yambo, was born in Pisa … Read more
Futurism and Cinema: An Unexpected Disconnection. In the context of 20th-century art movements, Futurism is notable for its emphasis on modernity and technological advancement. Born … Read more
Lake Averno has long been seen as the portal to the netherworld, a belief echoed by figures like Dante and Aeneas. This mystical body of … Read more
What Made Hundreds Believe in a Fictional State? The “Sovrano Stato Antartico di San Giorgio”—the Sovereign State of Antarctic St. George—was a phantom nation that … Read more
Government’s Divided Response to Vannacci’s Controversial Narratives. From statements like “dear homosexuals, you are not normal” to “I claim the right to hate,” several remarks … Read more
Artifacts from 2000 Years Ago: Casting Light on Pompeii’s Lower Class. In the Roman villa of Civita Giuliana, just about 600 meters from the ancient … Read more
Mapping the History of Venice, One Inscription at a Time. Venice, with its intricate network of canals and architectural marvels, has served as the backdrop … Read more
Sardinia Wildfires: Investigative Insights into Causes Sardinia – Recent wildfires that tore through parts of Sardinia, leading to evacuations and significant property damage, are now … Read more
Heatwave in Italy: Mediterranean Sea at Record-Breaking Highs. An unprecedented maritime heatwave has gripped the Mediterranean Sea, as it witnesses a substantial upswing in water … Read more
Heatwave Sweeps Across Southern Europe. As temperatures continue to soar across Italy, the nation finds itself grappling with extreme heat conditions. Red alerts have been … Read more