“The American people know that it is important for us to continue to stand with the Ukrainians, supporting their efforts to protect their country and uphold principles such as democracy, freedom and truth,” the Democratic leader in the House of Representatives tells Il Foglio

From Democratic candidates boasting of muscle and testosterone to their Republican opponents insulting those who do not embody the ‘Make America Great Again’ (MAGA) model, the mid-term election campaign is turning into a contest to see who is the ‘manliest’. The focus is on the vote of young men, who are disillusioned with Trump and will be decisive for Congress.

From surrealist painting to photography, right through to the enduring cult following of “Twin Peaks”: almost two years after his death, David Lynch continues to inspire artistic pilgrimages and pop culture devotion. Through exhibitions, artefacts and places of remembrance, the director remains a legend capable of speaking to diverse audiences

The Italian-American community has lost one hero but gained another. Following the abolition of Columbus Day, the Los Angeles City Council has approved the establishment of Mother Cabrini Day, in honour of the patron saint of immigrants.  

Published by Einaudi, "Autoritratto nello studio" is back on the shelves; in it, the philosopher tells us about himself whilst taking us on a tour of the space where he writes and studies.

The author, who died in 2015, recounted the Holocaust through his drawings many years later. An exhibition in Paris brings together the illustrations depicting the events he experienced first-hand

A review of Georges Dumézil’s book, published by Adelphi, 234 pp., 26 euros