Italy

TPR supporters recently returned from an exploration of Tuscany, in northwest Italy. They were guided along the way by Giorgio Flaccavento, who's been managing tours of his home country for over a decade. He sat down with TPR's Nathan Cone for a short interview to discuss his experiences and why travel is important for personal growth.

In Ostia, near Rome, a café is fighting the Mafia one espresso at a time — teaching young people to run a business legally, and build a future free from organized crime.

Laurel Evans took an interest in cooking and writing to a decorated career in northern Italy.

Italy was one of the first countries to be racked by the disease. The government imposed strict lockdown policies on March 9, earlier than many countries started responding.

Famed pianist Martha Argerich remarked in 2013 that Leonardo Colafelice is a “fabulous pianist and musician," so it's no wonder he advanced to the finals…

The highest tide since 1966 brought seawater into the city, threatening monuments and works of art. Mayor Luigi Brugnaro is asking Italy's central government for help.

Each week on World Music, we not only hear great sounds from around the world, but I share a little news about the many interesting festivals that are…

World music DJ Betto Arcos just got back from an Italian vacation. He joins NPR's Jacki Lyden with some of his favorite musical finds.

Each week on World Music (Saturday nights from 8-10 on KSTX 89.1 FM), I take a look at celebrations happening around the world. This week, a small French…

Each week on World Music (Saturday nights from 8-10 on KSTX 89.1 FM), I take a look at celebrations happening around the world. This week, we'll hear…