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Pope Francis' final book to publish in English this fall
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Measure Publishing LLC will release Hope, Unfailing, Pope Francis’ final book, in English this fall 2026. The 176-page edition brings his reflections on hope, despair, war, migration, climate and technology to a new audience for the first time….
Steric hires Elliot Bonior as director of sales
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Steric has named beverage industry veteran Elliot Bonior as director of sales as demand grows for its beverage processing technology in wine, spirits, RTD and juice.
Lydia Wong plans Strings Camerata Italy masterclass and New York jury role
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Hong Kong educator Lydia Wong is expanding Strings Camerata’s international reach with a July 2027 masterclass and concert in Italy and a new jury appointment in New York. The moves build on student programs in Italy and New York that Wong says…
Infinix Note 60 Ultra wins Gold A' Design Award
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Infinix Mobility’s Note 60 Ultra won a Gold A’ Design Award in the Digital and Electronic Device Design category, highlighting the smartphone’s industrial design and engineering.
FMC sets Adobe Premiere Pro training on Color Mode and AI workflows
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Future Media Conferences will host a two-day live online training Sept. 29–30, 2026, focused on Adobe Premiere Pro’s new Color Mode and AI-assisted post-production.
Psychologist Claudia Matini warns teachers’ back-to-school stress is more than post-vacation fatigue
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As Italian teachers prepare to return to school in the coming weeks, educational psychologist Claudia Matini says the pressure is tied to classroom management, planning and relationships, not just the end of summer.
Heaventopia brings quiet luxury furniture to family homes
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Heaventopia is using French-inspired design, Italian craftsmanship and family-friendly details to position quiet luxury furniture for everyday U.S. homes.
Francesca Porcelluzzi joins psychological thriller RONA
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Italian production designer Francesca Porcelluzzi has joined the Los Angeles-set feature RONA, a psychological crime thriller now in pre-production.
Dylan Medler charges through Nürburgring field before teammate’s race ends
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Dylan Medler gained 13 positions in the opening 30 minutes of today’s GT World Challenge Endurance race at the Nürburgring before a racing incident ended his team’s run. Medler now turns to the next Italian GT Endurance Championship round at Imola…
Franco Oblatore launches first international music challenge pitting AI against human intelligence
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Italian entrepreneur and pianist Franco Oblatore has announced the first international music challenge focused on AI versus human intelligence.
World Woman Foundation sets Venice Film Festival leadership event for Sept. 7
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World Woman Foundation will host World Woman Venice Agenda on Sept. 7, 2026, at The Home of The Human Safety Net in Venice during the Venice Film Festival.
Prosciutto di Carpegna PDO heads to Brisbane dinner showcase
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Prosciutto di Carpegna PDO will be featured at an exclusive dinner at OTTO Brisbane on 7 September, introducing around 100 media and food guests to the Italian cured ham’s flavor, hand-slicing tradition and kitchen versatility.
SAGA Restaurant & Bar opens oceanfront dining at Viking Sunset Studios in Bali
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SAGA Restaurant & Bar has opened on Beraban Beach in Tabanan, Bali, inside Viking Sunset Studios, pairing Italian-Indonesian fusion dining with an oceanfront infinity pool and underwater bar seating.
Lotus House Events finishes Las Vegas venue renovation
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Lotus House Events says its full interior renovation is nearing completion at its Las Vegas garden wedding venue, with private tours already available and bookings open up to two years ahead.
Ezio Fusco publishes third book on food, family and emigration
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Dublin author Ezio Fusco has released his third book, a personal account of how food helped an Italian immigrant family stay connected across four generations in Ireland.
Piedmont wines take center stage at Dubai tasting dinner
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An exclusive wine dinner at Villa Murphy in Dubai showcased producers Batasiolo and Castello di Gabiano, spotlighting Piedmont’s landscapes, heritage and range of styles.
Jeanne Michon leads New Beginnings into new chapter
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Jeanne Michon, executive director and last remaining founder of New Beginnings Inc. in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, is being recognized for four decades of service through food, hospice care, and nonprofit leadership.
La Cucina Melbourne wins 2026 Quality Business Award
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La Cucina Melbourne has been named Best Italian Restaurant in Melbourne, VIC in the 2026 Quality Business Awards.
Italy’s new pay transparency rules start to bite for employers
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Italy’s D.Lgs. 96/2026, which implements the EU pay transparency directive, took effect June 7, 2026 and puts new obligations on public and private employers.
Skin Med Spa formalizes consultation-first injectable protocol in Downers Grove
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Skin Med Spa in Downers Grove has written a consultation-first injectable approach into its process while expanding its treatment menu and device lineup for patients across western DuPage County.
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