Monthly Archives: May 2022

“A Decisive Turning Point in European History”

Posted on May 12, 2022 by babbityjean

During the first week in March 2022, the New York Times published three articles on Italy and its relationship with Russia that has changed since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.  The first article reported on Prime Minister Mario Draghi’s speech to … Continue reading →

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Proverbi e modi di dire italiani con frutta e verdure

Posted on May 5, 2022 by babbityjean

“Una mela al giorno leva il medico di torno” e “La mela non cade mai troppo lontano dall’albero” sono proverbi che sono gli stessi in inglese e in italiano.  Forse, a causa della passione italiana per il cibo, ci sono … Continue reading →

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Italian Proverbs and Idioms using Fruits and Vegetables

Posted on May 5, 2022 by babbityjean

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” and “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” are proverbs that mean the same in English and Italian.  Perhaps because of the Italian passion for food, there are many other idiomatic … Continue reading →

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