Life in the Living Museum
A cold war is going on in Italy. Silvio Berlusconi is fighting to hold onto his popularity and battling against those who contradict both his own claims and those of his government. Silvio Berlusconi appears to be taking steps to shut his critics up.So who are on Berlusconi's alleged hit … [Read more...]
Antonio Iavarone and Anna Lasorella are two Italian scientists who have recently revealed the results of their research into the causes of brain tumours in children. The ground-breaking work of this husband and wife team may well lead to new therapies which could help save young lives.Any … [Read more...]
Yes, I know it's odd to say it, but today's (it was still 'today' when I started writing this!) encounter with the advocates was a little bit on the surreal side.Would you believe that an examination of the language relating to liquidated damages, lept towards kangaroos, enduro and dirt bikes, … [Read more...]
In so many words Berlusconi often likes to tell Italians that they should be pleased with what they've got.The trouble is he is missing the point, what Italians want and need more than anything else is dignity.If Berlusconi, or any other Italian politician for that matter, manages to achieve … [Read more...]
My Tuscan vacation gave me a few more clues as to why Italy is the way it is and why really it is not as united as it could be.First of all I believe that Italy is a relatively young country, in the sense that the unification of the country only really began with Garibaldi. And Garibaldi's … [Read more...]
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