Italian journalist focused on international politics, disinformation, human rights, social justice.
ITA, ENG & RU. Lived and worked in Russia, United States, Germany and Finland. 

Double Master's graduated in "Global Communication and International Journalism" at Saint Petersburg State ...

Italian public broadcaster Rai's journalists strike over censorship row

06 May 2024  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Labor Strike

Italian public broadcaster Rai's journalists, represented by the union USIGRai, declared a 24-hour strike to protest editorial interference and working conditions, accusing the right-wing coalition government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of threatening press freedom. Rai management countered, claiming the strike was ideologically driven and harmful to the company's image. The strike follows a series of protests and a downgrade in Italy's press freedom ranking by Reporters Without Borders. The article highlights tensions within Rai, including the cancellation of a critical writer's appearance and criticism of Meloni's policies.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Giorgia Meloni Sigfrido Ranucci Vittorio Di Trapani Daniele Macheda Serena Bortone Antonio Scurati Antonio Angelucci

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Right

Political View

Gabriele Di Donfrancesco is a freelance journalist and fixer based in Rome, Italy, focused on investigations and stories on environmental crimes, housing, religion, politics, and social justice.

He has covered Italian affairs for US and UK news outlets, including the Daily Dot, Jacobin, Euronews,...

Giorgia Meloni’s Grip on Italian TV Is Turning Off Viewers

01 Apr 2024  |  jacobin.com  |  English  |  Public Broadcasting

Italian public broadcaster RAI has become a tool of propaganda under Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, leading to commercial failures and public backlash. The network has seen significant changes, including the replacement of top hosts and journalists, and a ban on criticism of Israel. The Sanremo Music Festival controversy highlighted the censorship issues, leading to protests and political opposition. Meloni's blatant control over RAI has resulted in declining viewership and financial losses, with the network selling historic properties to cover deficits. The article criticizes the right-wing coalition's interference with RAI and the resulting negative impact on its programming and ratings.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Giorgia Meloni Roberto Sergio Alon Bar Ghali Dargen D’Amico Mara Venier Elly Schlein Alessandro Morelli Giampaolo Rossi Simona Agnes Marinella Soldi Pier Silvio Berlusconi Andrea Giambruno Lucia Annunziata Fabio Fazio Chiara Ferragni Pope Francis Bianca Berlinguer Nunzia De Girolamo Pino Insegno Sigfrido Ranucci Ignazio La Russa Maurizio Gasparri Vittorio Sgarbi Virginia Raffaele Beatrice Venezi

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Right

Political View

Theo Farrant is a journalist based in Bristol, United Kingdom.

Archaeologists unearth luxurious Roman home with 'unparalleled' mosaic near Colosseum

14 Dec 2023  |  nz.news.yahoo.com  |  English  |  Cultural Heritage

Italian archaeologists have discovered a luxurious Roman dwelling near the Colosseum in Rome, featuring a unique mosaic from the 2nd to 1st century BC. Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano hailed the find as an 'authentic treasure.' The domus includes a banquet hall with water games and a mosaic depicting warships and a coastal city, suggesting the owner's military success. The site, partially excavated since 2018, will continue to be explored into 2024. Alfonsina Russo of the Colosseum Archaeological Park aims to open the site to the public. In related news, a Cambridge University study found that the Roman town of Interamna Lirenas thrived until the late 3rd Century AD, later than previously thought.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Alfonsina Russo

Factual

Factuality Scale

Anthony Grant is a journalist currently based in Athens, Greece.

Anthony Grant is a seasoned media commentator and travel reporter with bylines in outlets ranging from The New York Times and The Washington Post to Ynet News and Forbes.com and media appearances on leading news networks including ...

Is Florence a ‘Prostitute’? City in High Dudgeon After Being Described as Such

01 Oct 2023  |  www.nysun.com  |  English  |  Public Controversy

Florence is embroiled in controversy after Cecilie Hollberg, director of the Galleria dell’Accademia, described the city as being 'crushed by tourism' and likened it to a 'prostitute.' Her remarks sparked outrage among locals and officials, including Florence's deputy mayor Alessia Bettini and Senator Matteo Renzi, who demanded an apology or resignation. The Italian cultural minister, Gennaro Sangiuliano, labeled the comments as offensive and is considering replacing Hollberg. The incident highlights the broader issue of overtourism affecting European cities, with measures like Venice's upcoming tourist fee and Dubrovnik's fines for noisy suitcases being implemented to manage the influx.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Cecilie Hollberg Alessia Bettini Matteo Renzi

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Center-Right

Political View

Laura Loguercio is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

The Domus Tiberiana, reopened after almost fifty years

21 Sept 2023  |  www.ilpost.it  |  Italian  |  Architecture

The Domus Tiberiana, considered the first imperial palace, has reopened to the public in Rome on September 21 after nearly fifty years of closure due to serious structural issues. Located on the Palatine Hill overlooking the Roman Forum, it was built in the 1st century AD and underwent several modifications and expansions. The site was once favored by Roman aristocratic families and later served as a papal residence in the 7th century. The Farnese family created the Horti Farnesiani gardens there in the 16th century. The museum setup 'Imago Imperii' spans 13 exhibition spaces, narrating the history of the Domus Tiberiana. The structure will be lit in the evenings with LED lighting. Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano hailed the reopening as a historic achievement and confirmed continued investment in the Colosseum archaeological park.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano

Factual

Factuality Scale

Savin Mattozzi is a journalist based in Naples, Italy. He covers history, culture and politics in southern Italy and the Mediterranean region. His work has been featured in National Geographic, Al Jazeera, Euronews, Are We Europe and Hyphen among others.

X-games: Italians battle it out to see who will host Musk-Zuckerberg showdown

17 Aug 2023  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  Technology

Local governments across Italy are competing to host a potential showdown between billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Despite the uncertainty of the event occurring, various Italian cities and towns are showcasing their archaeological sites. The idea, proposed by Musk and discussed with Italian officials, includes a large donation to pediatric hospitals. While the Colosseum is excluded, cities like Pompeii and Verona are strong contenders. The event aims to promote historical sites and generate investment.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Elon Musk Mark Zuckerberg Giorgia Meloni Carmine Lo Sapio Roberto Occhiuto

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Josephine McKenna is a bilingual journalist who has produced breaking news and features in Rome for nearly two decades. She covers the Vatican, politics, mafia, migration and other issues for print, radio and TV. Major stories include the Costa Concordia disaster and election of Pope Francis which ...

Giorgia Meloni named ‘Man of the Year’ by right-wing Italian newspaper

30 Dec 2023  |  The Age  |  English  |  Gender Issues

An Italian right-wing newspaper, Libero, named Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as 'Man of the Year,' sparking controversy. The article praised Meloni for her strong leadership and breaking gender barriers, but faced backlash from political opponents and women's rights activists who accused her of not supporting women's issues. The decision was defended by the culture minister, while critics from the Democratic Party and Greens and Left Alliance condemned it as promoting male superiority.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Giorgia Meloni Mario Sechi Elly Schlein Elisabetta Piccolotti Andrea Giambruno

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Right

Political View

Paolo Morelli is a journalist based in Torino, Italy. He works also as a press officer and started to write for printed and online newspapers 10 years ago.

The League attacks Christian Greco (Egyptian Museum): 'He must be fired, ideological and racist against Italians'

21 Sept 2023  |  torino.corriere.it  |  Italian  |  Cultural

Christian Greco, director of the Egyptian Museum of Turin, is under attack by a member of the League party, Crippa, who accuses him of ideological and racist management against Italians and Christian citizens. The controversy stems from a 2018 incident where Greco offered a discount to Arabic speakers, which Crippa interpreted as favoritism towards Muslim citizens. Crippa, who was previously sued by Greco and won on appeal, is now calling for Greco's dismissal and has appealed to the Minister of Culture, Gennaro Sangiuliano, for action. Italian Egyptologists have defended Greco, emphasizing their qualifications to objectively assess his work.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Christian Greco Crippa Chiara Appendino

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Right

Political View

I'm a journalist based in Berlin, Germany. I have a strong sense for the story and I'm a skilled interviewer. Very quick to write down the article, never missed a deadline, I can count on a good writing style - at least in my language (italian). I'm a freelancer since 2006. I published my articles ...

Italy and Strike: 'U.S. Sets Will Return. But Don't Touch the Tax Credit'

10 Nov 2023  |  www.hollywoodreporter.it  |  Italian  |  Tax Incentives

Enzo Sisti, a key figure in bringing major U.S. film productions to Italy, expresses optimism about the return of Hollywood sets to Italy following the end of a strike by American stars. The Italian Ministry of Culture's data shows that tax credits have attracted significant foreign investment, with examples like 'White Lotus 2' in Sicily contributing to the economy. Cinecittà's CEO Nicola Maccanico anticipates the resumption of international productions in 2024, emphasizing the importance of the tax credit for competitiveness. Anica's president Francesco Rutelli reflects on the strike's impact and the opportunities for non-American productions during this period. Stability and certainty in regulations are deemed crucial for Italy to maintain its appeal to American producers.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Enzo Sisti Nicola Maccanico Lucia Borgonzoni Francesco Rutelli Alberto Barbera

Informative

Factuality Scale

Elena Roda is a journalist and communication specialist based in Como, Italy. She's regularly writing for local La Provincia, focusing on economy, and national La Stampa, focusing on energy, sustainability, and climate. She's a fixer for BBC Scotland in Italy, covering political, social and ...

Capital of Culture: Agrigento's challenge between treasures and difficulties

31 Mar 2023  |  www.upday.com  |  Italian  |  Infrastructure

Agrigento, with its 2600 years of history, has been named the Italian Capital of Culture for 2025, a recognition expected to boost local development. The city's proposal, titled 'The self, the other, and nature. Cultural relations and transformations,' emphasizes integration and cultural exchange. Despite its international fame for the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento aims to highlight other historical sites and address infrastructure challenges, such as improving connectivity and cultural facilities. The initiative seeks to enhance tourism and economic growth while showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Costantino Ciulla

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Alex Sakalis is a writer and journalist whose work has appeared in the BBC, The Economist and The Guardian among others. He was previously the Europe Editor at openDemocracy and lives in Bologna, Italy.

Portfolio: ****

Twitter: @alexsakalis
Instagram: @sakalisalex

48 Hours in Gorizia: Beauty, Intrigue and Goulash on Italy’s Balkan Borderland

21 Mar 2023  |  www.italymagazine.com  |  English  |  History

Gorizia, a city on the Italian-Slovenian border with a population of around 35,000, is known for its mix of Italian, Austrian, and Balkan influences. It has a rich history, including periods under Austrian rule, suffering during WW1 and WW2, and division during the Cold War. The city, along with Nova Gorica, will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Gorizia boasts Habsburg architecture, a multicultural heritage, and a unique cuisine influenced by its diverse cultural history. The article suggests visiting historical sites, museums, and enjoying the local cuisine and wine, particularly the Collio Goriziano and Ribolla Gialla. It also recommends day trips to nearby Slovenian villages and highlights where to eat and stay in Gorizia.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Asta Vrečko Goethe Casanova Martin Fiegl Max Fabiani Ernest Hemingway Charles X

Factual

Factuality Scale

Liam Scott is an independent journalist based in Washington, D.C. He focuses on human rights and mass atrocities, China, press freedom, and disinformation.

Italian Journalist Found Guilty of Libeling Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

13 Oct 2023  |  Voice of America  |  English  |  Defamation

Italian journalist and author Roberto Saviano was found guilty of libel for calling Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and far-right leader Matteo Salvini 'bastards' during a television interview. He received a suspended fine of 1,000 euros, with the prosecution initially seeking a 10,000-euro penalty. Saviano's legal team plans to appeal the verdict. The case has raised concerns among free speech advocates, including PEN International, which condemned the verdict and the chilling effect it could have on journalists and writers in Italy. Saviano, who has been under police protection since 2006 due to his anti-mafia writing, is also facing a separate defamation case that could result in a prison sentence. PEN International has called for the repeal of criminal defamation laws in Italy and for all charges against Saviano to be dropped.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Giorgia Meloni Roberto Saviano Matteo Salvini Burhan Sonmez Gaetano Salvemini

Andrea Vogt is an independent journalist and documentary maker based in Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy.  Her dispatches on crime, politics and social affairs have appeared internationally in print, online, radio and broadcast media, including The Guardian, BBC, The Daily Telegraph, ...

Musk v Zuckerberg: Florence mayor proposes ‘match of minds’

13 Aug 2023  |  The Telegraph  |  English  |  Entertainment & Celebrity

The mayor of Florence, Dario Nardella, has suggested that tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg engage in a battle of wits in Florence rather than their proposed physical fight. Musk is currently in discussions with the Italian government to host a charity cage fight with Zuckerberg at a historic site. However, Nardella believes a clash of ideas would be more appropriate for the birthplace of the Renaissance. Meanwhile, Italy’s culture minister, Gennaro Sangiuliano, has stated that the event will not take place in Rome, with the Colosseum being ruled out as a potential venue.

Tags:

Gennaro Sangiuliano Elon Musk Mark Zuckerberg Dario Nardella