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    Honoring the Italian Victims of September 11

    Tommaso Cartia(September 14, 2017)
    At the Consulate General of Italy, homage was paid to the fallen victims of the attacks on the Twin Towers. It was also an occasion to remember the Italians whose lives were lost during that tragic event. The Consulate hosted representatives from New York’s Italian community and an institutional delegation from the city of Brescia, who remembered the attack on Piazza della Loggia 43 years ago.
  • Gilberto Benetton, Chairman of Autogrill
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    The “GEI AWARD 2017” Goes to Gilberto Benetton

    The “GEI AWARD 2017” will be awarded to Gilberto Benetton, Chairman of Autogrill, as announced by the president of GEI - Gruppo Esponenti Italiani, Lucio Caputo. The award ceremony will take place on October 5th during a Gala held in the Ballroom of one of Manhattan’s most elegant hotels.
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    Columbus Circle Controversy

    Alex Catti(September 07, 2017)
    Following last month’s removal of some statues and monuments, protests ensued, sparking tension regarding race relations and whether or not statues depicting prominent figures in American history should be removed. Although the statutes in question are mostly located in formerly Confederate states, some are found in the north as well. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that the statue of Christopher Columbus in Manhattan’s Columbus Circle would come under scrutiny.
  • i-Italy at the Columbus Day Parade in New York City
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    NIAF & i-Italy Internship in Journalism and Italian American Affairs

    The National Italian American Foundation and i-Italy have partnered to offer 3 paid internship opportunities for recent Italian American graduates interested in building the basis for a career in media while furthering their proficiency in the Italian language
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    Job Opportunity at United for Italian Speakers!

    Promo(September 07, 2017)
    Ready to see the world and get paid for it? United’s routes to Milan, Venice and Rome have brought new exciting job opportunities. They’re seeking candidates (especially Italian speakers) to apply and start a career flying the friendly skies.
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    Saving Christopher Columbus’s Statue

    Riccardo Chioni(August 25, 2017)
    Among many other figures, the Great Navigator has found himself caught in the mad rush to seek out detested statues dedicated to controversial individuals in American history. Columbus has more than 5 monuments in the city, one of which being the centerpiece of Columbus Circle that is currently the center of controversy. We went to the rally at City Hall organized by City Councilor Joseph Borelli.
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    "The Tearing Down of History Does not Change that History" !

    POST YOUR COMMENT ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIA! And join the rally at CityHall. Christopher Columbus statue in New York City could be considered for removal. Two days ago, Baltimore’s Christopher Columbus monument was vandalized, and now there are calls to remove ColumbusCircle from the heart of NYC. If you believe in patience and dialogue over anger and violence, join the rally at CityHall at noon this Thursday, August 24 (12 pm) , and pass this message along!
  • The Amerigo Vespucci at Pier 88, New York
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    The Amerigo Vespucci Ship Lands in New York

    I. I.(July 25, 2017)
    From the 26th to the 31th July 2017, the Italian Navy Training Ship Amerigo Vespucci is in New York, the eighth port of call of the 2017 Training Campaign. The Training Campaign on board the Amerigo Vespucci represents a key element in cadet professional development, passing on the Italian Navy’s core values of love for the sea, ethics, loyalty and honor
  • 8) Città tropicale, Dolce & Gabbana
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    Welcome to Your Own Tropical Paradise

    Camilla Santinelli(July 25, 2017)
    Tropical vibes all around for this summer, and there’s no doubt everyone will be pleased. Bright colors, tropical animals, and wild vegetation are the undisputed protagonists of this period, providing the right amount of cheerfulness to live the most enjoyable season of the year to its fullest.

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