Pozzuoli is a seaside city with a long history as a major port and a strategic hub in the Mediterranean. Shaped by migration, labor, and identity, it is now also a place where neglect, real estate speculation, and institutional delays have become impossible to ignore. Pozzuoli’s residents feel increasingly isolated. Those who can afford it […]
Wednesday: The Day Mercury Decided to Play Us All
Ah, Wednesday. Midweek. The middle day. The day ruled by Mercury, or Hermes, if, like me, you have a more “Greek” mentality. You know, the god of messengers, travelers, communication… and also of thieves, liars, scammers, and drug dealers. Wait, what? Yes, you read that right.
A Neapolitan’s Heartbreak in Toronto: The Naples I No Longer Recognize
My name is Salvatore and I’ve lived in Toronto for thirty-five years. I’ve traveled extensively for work, crossed continents, and built a life far from home. I hadn’t been back to Naples for fifteen years. Over the past few years, perhaps even before the pandemic, I’ve listened to the stories of people who went to […]
The Failure of Universal Systems and the Trap of Imposed Conformity
You cannot impose the same laws, regulations, and systems on diverse cultures and places—each with distinct needs, histories, and realities. Everything must be understood in context. Yet our leaders consistently fail at this, acting as idiots in the word’s original sense: blind, willfully ignorant of what lies before them.
Hero, Artist, and Ghost: The Incredible Story of Joe Palermo, Italian Hero in the UK
The man behind the hero that England celebrated and Italy forgot These days, there is much talk about the terrible tragedy that occurred in Modena—perpetrated by El S.—and about the official recognition being granted to the rescuers. Among them, it appears, is a young Indian man who, during an interview with Italy’s national broadcaster RAI, […]
Being Vlad Alexandrov
A multilingual genius redefining the language of cinema By N. Yakova Each month, we’re introduced to countless artists—each carrying their own dreams, ambitions, and stories. But in a world where talent often hides behind illusion, it’s rare to encounter someone who truly commands attention. Hollywood, as Oriana Fallaci once observed, is less a place than […]
Da Alfredo: Naples’ smile in Japan
The witty Neapolitan chef who thrives on true Partenopean resistance. By A.D.A. Sometimes life throws unexpected challenges that test persistency and passion. Alfredo, a funny, talented, and successful chef from Napoli, knows this better than anyone. He is the proud owner of Da Alfredo, a beloved Italian restaurant in Chiba, Japan—a place where laughter, good […]
Il Ragazzo delle Scatole di Cartone
The Paperbox Kid’s story told by Maurizio Scillitani By N. Yakova Although Maurizio Scillitani has lived in Pisa for many years, his connection to his hometown remains strong. In fact, the more time passes, the deeper that bond grows. His wife often notes that he now speaks the Apulian dialect even more than he did […]
Oreste Scillitani: the young gangster of Mulberry Street
A buried tale shaping the dark history of Little Italy. By H. Hashni Immigration has always been a deeply sensitive topic. It’s often believed that people left their homelands simply because of poverty or a lack of opportunity. Yet, when looked at from another perspective, we realize that these hardships were often subtly imposed, created […]
Jasmine Wins the Hearts of Parthenope
Meet the Chinese Social Media Star Who Speaks Neapolitan. By P. Reeti Jasmine, known online as @jazzy.aka.jasmi, has become a social media sensation in just a few months. Her videos—entirely in Neapolitan—have captivated thousands, leaving many astonished when she reveals that she began studying the language less than a year ago. Her performances, singing Neapolitan […]
Freedom in a golden card
Did you know there’s something new for those who want to live in the United States? The new “Gold Card” initiative aims to simplify immigration permits for foreign citizens who make significant financial contributions to the U.S. government. This is a program that expedites the issuance of immigrant visas to foreigners who make substantial financial […]
Tension in Orange County
A Cuban immigrant sharing tense moments On June 19th, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security rescinded its recent guidance suspending immigration enforcement operations at farms and hotels. White House Border Patrol Chief Tom Homan said workplace enforcement will continue, including at farms and hotels, but with a focus on identifying and apprehending criminals. Enforcement will […]
Dreams Across the Ocean
The heartbreaking story of Romano and his journey to the Big Apple – By A. Naseer As he stood desperately watching the roses on his father’s grave wither away, his mind raced, brainstorming on what he could do to support his mother and five siblings. The wind rustled through the olive trees, whispering through the […]
A life forged in Iron and Passion
Ciccio Massara: The Iron Master of Mediterranean Cocktail of Art II – By S. Qadir A handful of artistic visionaries exist today to demonstrate traditional methods and superior craftsmanship as they fight against short-lived online interests. The artist Ciccio Massara belongs to this category of practitioners. His extraordinary steel masterpieces will appear at Mediterranean Cocktail […]
Capri? Closed for vacation!
…Or maybe Neverland! by Raffaele Romano Happy to be able to celebrate their fifty years of marriage on February 2, a couple had the audacity to book three days at “La Prora Hotel” in Capri. They left Rome and arrived in Napoli right on time on the Italo high-speed train and, taking a taxi from […]
A desperate father asking for help
His son was stolen right under his nose and taken from Lombardy to Sicily. It all started when his ex-girlfriend had robbed him of all his belongings and then reported him, inventing a violence. The machinery of social services was thus set in motion but, instead of resolving, it complicated the situation. Mario demonstrated in […]
The tragic end of the Republic of Artsakh and the perpetrated genocide. A shame for the Western world
According to the U.S. State Department, the United States established diplomatic relations with Azerbaijan in 1992 soon after its independence from the Soviet Union. The United States and Azerbaijan clearly have common interests. The Azeris have fully adopted the same methods as the healthy bearers of democracy, together with whom they work in a series […]
Escape from a cruel fate
The story behind the immigration of an Iranian Arab singer By M. Raza Originally from the southwestern regions of Iran, Mina Deris is a talented and acclaimed artist, famous in Europe and the U.S. as well but this creates problems in Iran. She fondly paints a portrait of her homeland as a “kingdom of four […]