The recent outbreak of the coronavirus has spread throughout the world, with cases first identified in China, killing thousands of people in its wake. As of February 29, more than 85,000 cases have been confirmed in 62 territories, of which 8,000 were considered serious. At least 2,900 deaths …
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Forever Love: Italy’s Lucchetti d’Amore
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air-- especially on the bridges of Italy. Visitors to Italy may have seen “lucchetti d’amore” (love locks) placed on bridges and lampposts in cities such as Rome, Florence, Bologna, and Turin. The locks, meant to symbolize eternal love, are placed on the …
Silent Strength: Bergen Community College to Host Silent Film Series
The Italian American Podcast is proud to support Bergen Community College as it continues its “Cinema Ciccone” silent film series this month with three unique films, all designed to celebrate this nearly 100-year old art. The series will feature “The Docks of New York” on Tuesday, Feb. 11, “A …
