The Renaissance was a cultural revitalization that spread across Europe, and had repercussions across the globe, but one smallish city-state in Italy was in many ways the epicenter of the thing. Florence, or as Italians might say,...

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Movies have the power to create a shared narrative experience and to shape memories and worldviews. British film director Beeban Kidron invokes iconic film scenes -- from Miracle in Milan to Boyz n the Hood -- as she shows how her group...

The Renaissance was a cultural revitalization that spread across Europe, and had repercussions across the globe, but one smallish city-state in Italy was in many ways the epicenter of the thing. Florence, or as Italians might say,...

Italy is a feast for the senses, wherever your travels take you. Explore the highlights of the north and south with a cultural heritage that spans centuries. But Italy is more than its past. It's also a vibrant modern economy, a key...

Italians shop with a passion. Nevertheless, shopping in Italy can sometimes feel like a challenge. It's not always convenient or easy, but it's always an interesting experience no matter what you're looking for. It may be frustrating to...

Most schoolchildren can find Italy on a map—it’s the “boot” that’s kicking an island into the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is, of course, Sicily, and the boot is Italy’s mainland. Without a doubt, Italy’s complex natural...

Despite an economic turnaround in recent decades, Italy is split into two very different halves. Northern Italy is the country’s economic powerhouse, and the Lombardy region, which produces about 40 percent of Italy’s GDP, is at its...

Northern Italy—and Milan in particular—has been a hub of economic activity since the Middle Ages and is one of the most important financial and industrial centers in the world today. Many businesses have been in families for generations....

Milan is a bustling and immensely productive city located in northern Italy. It's the capital of Lombardy and the second-most populous city in Italy after Rome. Milan makes its mark as a global fashion capital and also serves as the...

If you’re flying into Italy, in all likelihood you’ll come into either Malpensa Airport or Linate Airport, both located in Milan, or Leonardo da Vinci Airport, located in Rome. These airports are modern, efficient, and easy to negotiate,...

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This video discusses the restoration of Michelangelo's Rondanini Pieta using a new technique called fluorescence lifetime imaging. The technique allows restorers to accurately identify and remove dirt and unwanted materials from the...

Exploring Milan, Italy:Our adventure concludes in the vibrant city of Milan, Italy. Admire the majestic Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the city and experience the pinnacle of Italian Opera at the renowned Teatro alla Scala. Finally,...

This video provides a brief overview of two prominent football clubs in Europe - Werder Bremen from the German Bundesliga and Inter Milan from Italy's Serie A. It highlights their history, successes, rivalries, and fan culture, giving...

This video highlights two charity football matches that brought together international football legends to raise money for communities in need. The first match supported the rebuilding of a province in Indonesia after a devastating...

This video discusses two major scandals in football: the 2006 Italian football scandal involving match-fixing and the personal scandals of Manchester United player Wayne Rooney. It explores the impact of these scandals on the clubs,...

This video discusses the careers of two legendary football players, George Weah and Alfredo Di Stefano. It highlights Weah's rise from poverty in Liberia to becoming one of the greatest African footballers, while Di Stefano's success...

This video discusses the importance of transfer fees in the business of football. It explains how transfer fees are determined, the impact of the Bosman ruling, and provides examples of some of the highest transfer fees ever paid. The...