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1. In Pinocchio’s words

   Pinocchio is the protagonist of the famous novel The Adventures of Pinocchio. The Story of a Puppet (1883) by Carlo Collodi, which turns out to be not only a classic of Italian literature but even the most translated book in the world: it exists in 260 languages, including an emoji version by Lecturer in Linguistics at the University of Macerata Francesca Chiusaroli. Originally, the book was not a novel, but as a fable in instalments, published from 1881 in the Giornale per i bambini.  The first version ended with the death of the protagonist but, following the readers’ complaints, the […]

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2. Everything you need to know for the Olympic Winter Games 2026! 

   Italy has been selected to host the Olympic winter games of 2026! And where other than in Milan, the most modern and globalized city of Italy? But it doesn’t stop there. This will be the  first time that 2 cities will host the winter games. Cortina d’Ampezzo will co-host the winter  games of 2026.  When and where will the Winter Olympic games take place? The Olympic Winter Games will be held from Friday, February 6th 2026 until Sunday,  February 22nd 2026 in the Italian cities Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. This is the first time  ever that the Olympic Winter Games will […]

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3. Rome and the Tiber: An Infinite Love Story

   The Tiber is the beating heart of Rome, a river which, both in myth and reality, has shaped the history, culture, and development of the eternal city. Rome and the Tiber, between myth and history… One of the best-known legends about the river is that of the twins Romulus and Remus: the sons of Rhea Silvia and the god Mars. Romulus and Remus became the founders of the city after they were transported to and abandoned near the Palatine hill, where they were then found by the famous and iconic she-wolf who breastfed and raised them. Later as adults, and […]

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4. Discovering Vernante, Pinocchio’s town in Piedmont

   Who would imagine that there was a link between Tuscan Pinocchio and Piedmont? And yet our Piedmont never ceases to amaze us… 20 kilometers from Cuneo, nestled in the mountains, stands the enchanting village of Vernante. This small town is famous for its landscape and numerous sports activities that can be undertaken there in every season, as well as the countless murals dedicated to the most famous child puppet of all time. How Pinocchio landed in Vernante is certainly a beautiful story. In Vernante, after losing his wife and only son, the great illustrator Attilio Mussino, also famous for illustrating […]

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5. 5 Italian Expressions Derived from Sports

   Olympics are over and Italy did great this year! With 40 medals between bronze, silver and gold, Italy placed 9th in the final ranking.  Italian, like many languages, is rich with idiomatic expressions that color everyday conversation. Infact,many of these expressions originate from the world of sports! Here are five expressions derived from sports that Italians use in their daily language.  1. Appendere le scarpe al chiodo Translation: To hang up the shoes on a nailMeaning: To retire (from the career)Usage: This phrase evokes the image of an athlete literally hanging up their sports shoes, signifying the end of their […]

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