SBS Italian
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Australia here we come!
Migration agent Emanuela Canini answers your questions: the effects of the latest budget on the 457 Visa applicants' pockets.
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Interview with Diego Marani
Italian author Diego Marani is in Australia to present the English translation of his novel "L'ultimo dei Vosniachi". We caught up with him to talk about his books, his passion for languages and Italians abroad.
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Italian word of the week 4
In our series on the Italian language, Dr Brigid Maher explains how difficult it is to translate into English the word "menefreghismo".
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I own the remote!
Our guide to SBS TV programs.
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Happiness and Other Survival Tecniques
At the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia,Mauro Bedoni, editor of Colors Magazine, presents the exhibition "Happiness and other survival tecniques".
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Betting epidemic
Recent researches have shown that the risk of children becoming gamblers is alarmingly growing. Is banning betting ads from TV a first step to protect them? Let's hear the thoughts of SBS listeners.
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Risotto all'isolana
Risotto all'isolana, a recipe by Italian chef Roberto Taffuri.
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Let's talk difference
The Immigration Museum establishes a permanent multimedia forum for Australians to share their experiences of inclusion or exclusion in their country.
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A controversial bill
The Democratic Party has presented a bill that could prevent M5S from being elected in the Parliament. M5S spokesperson Andrea Tosatto tells us why the proposal has enraged the political movement.
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Oklahoma tornado
Oklahoma City was hit hard by the latest tornado. US commentator Giampiero Gramaglia updates us on the aftermath.
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Monash Sustainability Institute
The Monash Sustainability Institute aims to reach sustainable objectives. Fabrizio D'Aprile works at this Institute as a forest expert.
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Economy segment with Max Tani
For the first time the Australian dollar has fallen behind the American dollar. Experts predict that it will fall under 90 American cents. Is this a possibility?
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Carla Fracci talks about Margot Fonteyn
In the fourth episode of "Talk about her", Italian ballet dancer Carla Fracci introduces Margot Fonteyn, widely regarded as one of the greatest classical ballet dancers of all time.
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The Angelina case: your opinion
Angelina Jolie had double mastectomy after a test established her risk of developing breast cancer was 87%. Would you undertake genetic tests to determine whether you are likely to develop cancer? Our listeners' opinion.
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All about my Super
Financial Advisor Marco Nazzaro explains what will change in the Superannuation planet after the new Federal Budget.
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Arty Party
Auction sales... What about the price? Let's listen to Andrea Candiani.
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Advice on trigeminal neuralgia
Homeopath Claudio Capozza talks today of 'trigeminal neuralgia', that has been described as one of the more painful conditions know to humans.
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Waxworms chutney by Giulia Tacchini
Food designer Giulia Tacchini shares her recipe for a perfect waxworms chutney.
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Epifani vs the world
Democratic Party secretary Guglielmo Epifani launches several vitriolic attacks against unions and former allay SEL. Political analyst Matteo Vergani tells us why.
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Baz in Cannes
Our correspondent from the Cannes Film Festival Sandra Bordigoni gives us her verdict on "The Great Gatsby" and other films.
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Nadal, king of Rome
Rafa Nadal thrashes Roger Federer and wins the Rome Masters for the 7th time. Dario Castaldo wrap-ups the tournament for us.
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Australia for dummies
Sabrina and Katia Cappadocio are artisan cheese-makers and they have brought their family's recipes to Melbourne.
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Sport Preview
Juventus signs off the championship with a 3-2 defeat to Sampdoria. Vincenzo Nibali, aka "the shark", tightens up his pink jersey and Sara Errani missed the finals at the Tennis Rome Masters.
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Proud bilinguals
This week's guest is journalist James Panichi, father of two bilingual girls who, after the family's relocation from Melbourne to Brussels, have also started learning French. If you want to tell your story or let our listeners know your strategies...
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Italians in Broken Hill
NSW Community Relations Commision vice-president, Felice Montrone, has returned from an official visit to Broken Hill, where he says the Italian community had a great impact.
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Cd of the week
In today's segment Roberto Fino explores the music vibez of Sicilian band, Pan del Diavolo.
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One life, one story: third episode
This is the third part of an interview to Mr Fortunato Conti, who became "Jimmy" after arriving in Australia from Sicily in 1952. There, he had worked as a mechanic and says he had been systematically exploited.
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The weekly debate
Italy-based finances analyst, Enrico Costantini, and professor Fabrizio Carmignani from Brisbane debate the chances Italy has to recover from crisis amid European policies and impending expenses.
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Another read
"La rivoluzione della luna", a book by Italian writer Andrea Camilleri. A review by Alessandra Bertini.
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Digging and digging
Young archaeologist Stefania Aquilino tells us her story: from University in Naples to her digging ground in Mudgee, NSW.
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Insects on the menu
The UN's food agency FAO says insect farming is 'one of the many ways to address food and feed insecurity'. Food designer, Giulia Tacchini, had formulated the same theory in 2011.
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Republican debate revamped
The Australian Republican Movement has launched a new series of events to revamp the national debate on the country's political future. Luisa Perugini spoke to movement founders, Malcolm Turnbull and Franca Arena.
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Abbott's reply
Federal Opposition leader Tony Abbott has delivered last night his budget reply speech. Economy Professor Max Tani explains to us what are the main differences between Liberal and Labor proposals.
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Angelina's choice
Actress Angelina Jolie's announcement about her preventive double mastectomy has created a stir. Is it a tough but reasonable choice or an excessive measure? We asked Dr. Virgilio Sacchini, surgeon and breast cancer specialist at New York's Memori...
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Italian word of the week 3
In our series on the Italian language, Dr Andrea Rizzi looks at the word "divo".
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Global Mail
Kenya is one of the world's poorest countries. It's our destination in today's Global Mail.
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV shows
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Darwin Italian Festival
This month the Italian community in Darwin comes together to celebrate the "sweet life" with a festival of food, drinks, art, culture and entertainment. Organiser Marco Sperti explains.
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Budget reactions
Education and disability services are the big winners in the federal government's latest budget. Let's hear our listeners reactions.
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Food and health
Homeopath, Dr Claudio Capozza, explains why what we eat has repercussions on our general state of health.
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Cannes Film Festival opens
Film correspondent, Sandra Bordigoni, reports from the town on the French Riviera where the 66th edition of the prestigious festival has just kicked off.
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Guglielmo Epifani to lead Democratic Party
Democratic Party senator Francesco Giacobbe, elected to the Italian Parliament in the overseas constituency which includes Australia, explains the ins and outs of the election of Guglielmo Epifani to the leadership of his party.
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Budget analysis
With Macquarie University lecturer, Massimiliano Tani, we analyse the federal government's budget, which invests on education and the disabled, but cuts expenses elsewhere.
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Melania Mazzucco talks about Eleonora Duse
In the third episode of "Talk about her", Italian writer Melania Mazzucco introduces renowned Italian actress Eleonora Duse.
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Co.As.It replies
Melbourne's Co.As.It. finally responds to the articles published on The Age questioning how it is managed. In this morning's program we host Italian MP Marco Fedi and ISI President Vincent Volpe.
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Saturday Night Fever
Leonardo Torelli talks about "The Hunt", a movie by Thomas Vinterberg.
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Arty Party
Auction sales... What's good and what's bad for an artist. Let's listen to Andrea Candiani.
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Guitar pasta
Black ink guitar pasta with cuttlefish , zucchini and saffron.
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Of Mono and Chrome
Italian-born photographer, Andrea Zubani, takes us to explore his work as a street-photographer in Sydney. His solo exhibition, Of Mono and Chrome, will be open in Surry Hills until June 30th, 2013.
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It's budget (controversy) time
With Canberra insider, Paul Scutti, we talk about tit-for-tat political attacks between Labor and the Coalition one day before the federal budget is handed down.
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Nibali stays pretty in pink
Cycling analyst, Fabio Petrò, is in Italy to follow the Giro d'Italia. We talked to him about the last stage before the first rest day, that saw Vincenzo Nibali keep his pink shirt.
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Ferrari Spanish party
Fernando Alonso outclassed all competitors to win the Spanish GP. Teammate Felipe Massa came third after Lotus's Kimi Raikkonen. Gazzetta dello Sport journalist Andrea Cremonesi analyses the race.
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Australia for dummies
Graphic designer Giorgio Vinciguerra was 23 when he left Italy for Australia. Now sponsored, he says he came to Sydney with little English language skills.
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One life, one story
Part two of the life story of Fortunato Conti, who became "Jimmy" once he landed in Australia from his native Sicily.
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Happy Mother's Day!
Mother's Day is being celebrated all over Australia. We went to the "Festa" organised by the Puglia Association of NSW.
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Proud bilinguals
This week's guest is Melbourne-based Anastasia Bernardi, mother of and eleven-year-old girl. If you want to tell your story or let our listeners know your strategies on bilingualism, write to italian@sbs.com.au
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US State Secretary John Kerry visits Israel
With journalist Carlo Gnetti we review the week's international events, including the US Secretary of State's visit to Israel and frictions within the new Italian government.
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InAustralia
Stefano Pagliari's website www.in-aus.com is a source of information for new Italian migrants in Australia.
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Another read
Viviana Golding reviews "Bella Tuscany," by Frances Mayes.
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Di mamma ce n'è più d'una
Italian writer Loredana Lipperini talks about her latest book "Di mamma ce n'è più d'una".
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Storie di tatami
Alessia Frumenti and Federico Semini are two Italian karateka just arrived in Melbourne for the World Martial Arts Championship. They told us their stories on the eve of the tournament.
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Australia here we come
Migration agent Emanuela Canini answers your questions: today's focus is on the changes to 457 visas.
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Italian word of the week 2
In the second episode of this new series on the Italian language, Dr Andrea Rizzi introduces us to some colourful expressions.
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV shows.
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From Puglia to Melbourne
Musicologist and musician Salvatore Rossano comes from Ostuni, Puglia. Salvatore now lives down under and soon he will be teaching the secrets of "tamburello", an instrument from his region, during a workshop.
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Massimiliano Morelli never says never
Hailing from Livorno, in Tuscany, Massimiliano Morelli, 29, is one of the finalists of "Best Jobs in the World" and aspires to work in Queensland as a Park Ranger.
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Disaster in Genoa port
Yesterday a container ship hit the control tower in the port of Genoa. Seven people are dead, 4 injured and two missing. We spoke about the accident with Genoa-based journalist, Carla Scarsi.
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Italy: love it or leave it
Today "Italy: love it or leave it", a movie by Gustav Hofer and Luca Ragazzi will be available on dvd in Australia. Let's talk about this movie with Luca and Gustav.
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The Internet, the first 20 years
Twenty years have passed since the Internet came into our lives, revolutionizing the way we read, communicate, get information and shop. We hear from our listeners.
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House of horror
Three women have been released after having been held captive for ten years in an Ohio home, in the United States. They were kidnapped separately between 2002 and 2004.
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More Italians bid for the "best jobs in the world"
After Giovanna Cugnetto, interviewed last week, we now meet Manuel Bustelo, selected for the position of "Outback Adventurer" in the Northern Territory, and Arianna Spagnolo, a Roman chef who wants to be a "taster" in Western Australia.
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Advice on Parkinson's disease
With homeopath Claudio Capozza we talk today of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, how to to face it and also recommend a diet that could reduce the risks.
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Wallenberg, another Schindler
The movie "Schindler's List," tells the story of German entrepreneur Oskar Schindler, who saved over a thousand Jews from extermination during World War II. Another person whose merits were perhaps greater than Schindler's was Raoul Wallenberg, a ...
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Elio Petri, a filmmaker above suspicion
From 15 to 29 May, the Melbourne Cinémathèque presents a a retrospective dedicated to Italian director Elio Petri. The title of the exhibition, "A filmmaker above suspicion", echoes one of the most famous titles of cinematography Petri, "Investi...
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No tears for Andreotti
Senator Giulio Andreotti has died. For many he was a very controversial figure in Italian politics. This is also the opinion of Nando Dalla Chiesa, the son of a general killed by the Mafia.
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The economy, with Max Tani
With Macquarie University lecturer, Massimiliano Tani, we discuss the economic issues of the week, including the decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia to lower interest rates to record lows.
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Talking about Syria
US and Russia's talks focused on the Syrian crisis and a possible compromise to avoid military intervention. Italian journo Michele Giorgio tells us the latest developments on Syria.
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Daria Bignardi talks about Susan Sontag
In the second episode of "Talk about her", Italian writer and journalist Daria Bignardi introduces American literary icon Susan Sontag.
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Valerio Cozzi headed for Kangaroo Island?
Once again we talk about the initiative of Tourism Australia "Best Jobs in the World": six categories with six dream jobs. Many Italians are also taking part in the competition: today we meet Valerio Cozzi, who aspires to the position of "wildlife...
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Marco Zacchera's take on new Italian government
On the first week of the Letta government, marred by controversy, tensions and accusations of racism, sexism and threats to some women in positions of power, we hear the opinion of PdL's Marco Zacchera.
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Women attacks on the web
In today's talkback: the issue of sexist attitudes towards women in power intersects with Internet anarchy.
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Malaysia opposition fails leadership quest
Malaysia's ruling coalition has retained its 56-year hold on power, despite a strong challenge from opposition parties. Opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim has accused election authorities of tampering with the final result after the ruling National F...
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Pierluigi Castagnetti remembers Andreotti
Former Democratic Party MP, Pierluigi Castagnetti, recounts his past association with Christian Democrat doyen, Giulio Andreotti, who died yesterday at the age of 94.
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"Tax goes, or we quit"
Former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has said he will withdraw his support to current PM Enrico Letta's government if a controversial property tax is not abolished. We delve into the crevices of Italian politics with PhD Candidate at Monash Univer...
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29 times Juventus
Turin-based journalist, Roberto Beccantini, reports from Italy on Juventus' 29th Serie A title, its second consecutive 'scudetto' under coach Antonio Conte.
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Surprise winner at Giro stage 2
Cycling expert, Fabio Petrò, analyses the second stage of the Giro d'Italia, a team time-trial in the island of Ischia.
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Australian politics
With political correspondent, Paul Scutti, we analyse the main issues of the week, including the unexpected bi-partisan agreement on a levy to finance the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
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Filled with images
Rome's MAXXI Museum hosts until the end of September the exhibition "Energy. Oil and post-oil architecture and grid", which displays models and photographs of service stations, highways and motels. Repubblica journalist, Francesco Erbani, illustra...
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Australia for dummies
Luca Calcaterra left Rome with his photographer girlfriend four years ago. After working his way up in the hospitality industry, he has now become an entrepreneur.
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Fabio Cannavaro in Australia
Former World Cup winning captain, Fabio Cannavaro, is in Sydney to promote a new sport, Tiger Street Football, which is played in a cage.
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Roma edges Fiorentina
With an injury time goal, the Romans win a crucial match to qualify for next season's Euro competitions. We talk football with SBS football analyst, Tony Palumbo.
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Proud bilinguals
Elena Pirovano is an Italian mum living in Melbourne who wants to make sure that her three kids grow up speaking both English and Italian. For further information visit macomefa.com
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One life, one story
Fortunato Conti became "Jimmy" when in 1952 he arrived in Australia from Sicily, where he had worked as a mechanic being systematically exploited.
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Italian-Palestinian actor
Turin has just hosted Europe's most important gay and lesbian film festival. We spoke with Italian-Palestinian actor Nicholas Jacob, star of "Out in the dark".
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Cold War hurricanes
"Arming Mother Nature" by historian Jacob Darwin Hamblin explores how the Cold War gave birth to catastrophic environmentalism.
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Another read
"Il corpo umano", a book by Italian writer Paolo Giordano. A review by Alessandra Bertini.
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Australia: a one way journey
Three authors, Alessio Corazza, Ella Pellegrini and Michele Grigoletti, set up on a journey to tell the stories of the Italian community in Griffith.
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Global Mail
Have you ever wondered what's behind our clothes labels when they say Made in Bangladesh or in Vietnam or in China?
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Saturday Night Fever
Benedetta Nissotti talks about "Rust and Bone", a movie by Jacques Audiard.
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Saving Keith
Keith Haring's Collingwood mural has become a Melbourne icon: after years of rain and bad weather though, it is now on the brink of disappearing. Enters Antonio Rava from Italy, its appointed restorer.
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Italian word of the week
In the first episode of this new series on the Italian language, Dr Andrea Rizzi introduces us to a useful verb.
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV shows
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Spain's cycling doping scandal
SBS Radio's cycling expert, Fabio Petrò, comments on the verdicts on the latest doping scandal in Spain and confirms his presence (not on a bike) at the Giro d'Italia.
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NDIS, where is the money coming from
The national disability insurance scheme (NDIS) will be central to decide which party to vote in the September federal elections next September. Prime Minister Julia Gillard said the bill will not be introduced before the poll, thus leaving it to ...
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Chemical Weapons in Syria
President Barak Obama tells press 'we have evidence' of use of chemical weapons in Syria. Il Manifesto correspondent in Jerusalem, Michele Giorgio tells us about possible future scenarios.
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Talkback: black minister divides Italy but not...
Cécile Kyenge, an African-born woman, has been appointed as the Minister for Integration in the new Italian Government. What do our listeners think of this decision?
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Malaysia goes to the polls
Billed as the closest contest in Malaysia's history, the country's general election is due to take place on May the 5th. For decades, the United Malays National Organisation - known as UMNO - has controlled Malaysia through coalition governments. ...
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Tattoos: good or bad idea?
Tattoos are a widespread form of "body art", both in Australia and in Italy. However, they're still strongly opposed by some religions.
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Poor devil
Tasmania correspondent, Mario Saracino, explains why the survival of the Tasmanian devil is in jeopardy.
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Inflammation of the colon
Omeopath Claudio Capozza talks today about the inflammation of the colon.
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The economy, with Max Tani
With Macquarie University lecturer, Massimiliano Tani, we discuss the economic issues of the week, including the "black hole" in the Australian federal budget.
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Kyenge's appointment "shameful"
Controversial Northern League Euro MP, Mario Borghezio, denies his comments about newly-appointed African-born Integration Minister, Cécile Kyenge, are racist.
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Manus under the spotlight
A doctor who worked at Manus Island has made perfectly clear his disapproval of the detention center for asylum seekers, calling it inadequate and lacking essential medical equipment.
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The best jobs in the world
Giovanna Cugnetto applied to be a "wildlife caretaker" in Kangaroo Island and has now been shortlisted for the position.
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Spotlight on CO.AS.IT
A group of Italian-Australian citizens is raising questions about the transparency of Melbourne community organisation Co.As.It. Former Brunswick MP Carlo Carli is one of them.
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Arty Party
Who's behind a great artist? Let's listen to Andrea Candiani.
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Make or break budget
Prime Minister Julia Gillard said next month's budget will try to cope with the economic challenges that the country is experiencing, including significant reductions in growth projected for the next four years.
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Talkback: a new government for Italy
We hear from our listeners what they think about the new Italian government led by Prime Minister Enrico Letta.
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Tension in Rome, government to get confidence
Newly-elected Senator Francesco Giacobbe (PD) talks about the shooting tragedy in Rome and possible links to the formation of a new government
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Carmen Consoli talks about Rosa Balistreri
In the first episode of "Talk about her", pop star Carmen Consoli introduces renowned Sicilian folk singer Rosa Balistreri.
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The "Giro" begins in a week's time
The 2013 edition of the "Giro" begins on May 4th in Naples. Cycling expert Fabio Petrò believes 2012 Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins will again be the man to beat.
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Australia for dummies
This week's episode is dedicated to "the farms", the three fateful months in agricultural work mandatory for Italians to obtain a second Working Holiday Visa. Our guest is Matt Morigi, mechanical parts designer and currently 'engaged' in the fruit...
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Paul Scutti's take on Australian politics
With federal politics correspondent Paul Scutti we talk about Australian politics, starting with the new party with an old name launched by billionaire Clive Palmer.
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Marco Fedi, MP, on Parliament shooting
Democratic Party MP elected in Australia, Marco Fedi, spoke to SBS Radio's Italian Program just hours after a man shot two carabinieri in Rome's Parliament Square.
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One life, one story
Michele Fezza left his native Naples with his wife and two daughters and arrived in Sydney in 1992 to start his job as a social worker.
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Mission accomplished
An unusual coalition of Silvio Berlusconi's forces and center-left rivals forged a new Italian government that broke a two-month deadlock following inconclusive elections. The daunting achievement was pulled off by Enrico Letta, the center-left PM-d...
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Bulgari Award goes to Cattapan
Melbourne artist Jon Cattapan won the 2013 Bulgari Art Award with a work based on the observation of... well, rubbish.
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My Aida
Untill May 11th, Melbourne's Arts Centre will bring on stage Giuseppe Verdi's Aida. The cast includes opera singers Carlo Barricelli e Daria Masiero. This edition of this Verdi's dramatic and romantic opera is directed by Renato Palumbo, who jo...
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Cd of the week
In today's segment, a tribute to Chrissy Amphlett, who died in New York after a long battle with cancer at 53.
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A book by Paola Mastrocola
Italian writer Paola Mastrocola talks about her latest book "Non so niente di te" just published by Einaudi.
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Solitude kills creativity
Italian anthropologist, Alessandro Bertirotti, claims our society lives in solitude, making it difficult for the arts to reach a wider audience. Later, soccer player Fabio Gadignani explains why he left Italy for Australia, following Del Piero...
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Exhibiting David Bowie's life
An exhibition has opened in London to celebrate the life of the White Duke. Margeta Moss reports.
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Australia's first Italian cookbook
Tania Cammarano will talk about "Food and Fascism: Australia's First Italian Cookbook" at the Italian Museum in Carlton on the 30th of April at 6:30PM.
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The 1980s as a decade of transformation
Dr Brigid Maher (La Trobe University) talks about her seminar "The 1980s as a decade of transformation" as seen in the novel "Riportando tutto a casa" by Nicola Lagioia.
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Activists on board
Six Greenpeace activists boarded a coal ship in Queensland as a campaign to save the Great Barrier Reef. Further into the program, cultural events in Melbourne and Paola Mastrocola's book "Non so niente di te".
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"I want to be Prime Minister"
We start with a look at Australian politics, with billionaire miner Clive Palmer entering the electoral campaign. Then, we present the upcoming sport events and we talk about the environment with the recipient of the prestigious Goldman Prize...
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Global Mail
How to concile the need to reduce hunger in the World and to save the environment at the same time? WWF Eva Alessi answers this question by Jolanda Pupillo.
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV shows.
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Australia here we come!
Migration agent Emanuela Canini answers your questions: are the rules that regulate immigration in Australia really that complex?
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Between a rock and a hard place
The Democratic Party is in deep trouble and the newly-elected MPs are under pressure, juggling between their cantankerous leaders and mounting protests. What's going on within the party? 30 year old MP Lia Quartapelle tells us her poin...
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Cesare Stefanato
Cesare Stefanato was only eleven years old when two Nazi soldiers shot him in the legs during the German occupation of Italy. ANZAC Day/LIberation Day, both commemorated on April 25, have a special meaning for him.
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War stories
Today Australia and Italy celebrate Anzac and Liberation Day. An occasion to remember the past with SBS listeners in this morning's program.
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Global village
With international affairs analyst, Carlo Gnetti, we look back at the main news of the week, including the Boston marathon attack.
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Chemicals and meditation
Dr Claudio Capozza explains why meditation releases chemical substances, which can be beneficial to our health.
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FILEF celebrates 40 years
A ceremony to celebrate the opening of a multimedia exhibition dedicated to 40 years of the Federation of Italian migrant workers and families (FILEF) was held at Sydney's Leichhardt Library.
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Tragedy in Sichuan
Last Saturday's quake in China's Sichuan province left at least 192 people dead. In this morning's program we talk about the Chinese Government's response and report on Australia's population reaching 23 million.
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The economy, with Max Tani
With Macquarie University lecturer, Massimiliano Tani, this week we discuss Australia's budget deficit and the high cost of life in the "lucky country".
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"Solid as a bank..."
Financial analyst, Enrico Costantini, and Griffith University lecturer, Fabrizio Carmignani, debate on the role of banks in the global crisis. And how to get out of it.
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All about my Super
Spot the differences: what tells apart Industry superannuation funds from retail superannuation funds? Financial advisor Marco Nazzaro explains it to us.
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You again
After the swearing in, Giorgio Napolitano becomes the first Italian president to serve a second mandate. In this morning's program we delve into the political situation in Italy and report on the latest developments in Boston, a week after the...
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Australia for dummies
Tonight we talk to some of the representatives of emerging Italian associations that work on a daily basis to address the needs of newcomers to Australia. What has changed over the past two years?
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Boston bombing suspect communicates with police
The surviving Boston marathon bombing suspect is reportedly responding to questions with written notes as he receives treatment in hospital for serious wounds to the neck.
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Claudio Pasqualucci: from Sydney to Shanghai
Director of the Australian office of ICE (Italian Trade Commission), Claudio Pasqualucci, is about to conclude his six-year tenure to start a new phase of his career in Shanghai, China's most dynamic city.
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There is always a first time
Central Coast Mariners' Grand final nightmares are over. After three failed attempts, Australia's smallest club are finally the A-League champions after defeating Western Sydney Wanderers 2-0. In serie A, Juve are now only 4 points away from clin...
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Rome cries but even Canberra can't laugh
Giorgio Napolitano, who was elected Italy's President for a second term on Saturday, will be sworn in on Monday at the parliamentary headquarters in Rome despite Beppe Grillo denounced his re-appointment as a "coup" . Meanwhile, Federal Treasurer...
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One life, one story
This week we tell the story of Dr Enrico Parmegiani. Born in Rome, he moved to Australia as a 13-year-old with his family, he started working in a Sydney hospital (where he met his wife-to-be) before becoming a psychiatrist.
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First reactions to A-League final
Domenico Gentile from Allianz Stadium and Tony Palumbo comment on final that saw the Central Coast Mariners down the Western Sydney Wanderers 2-0.
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A-League Grand Final: WSW-CCM
Western Sydney Wanderers' Iacopo La Rocca talks about the atmosphere before the Grand Final, played today at Allianz Stadium.
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Aida comes back to Melbourne
Between April 21st and May 11th, Melbourne's Arts Centre will bring on stage Giuseppe Verdi's Aida. Opera singers Carlo Barricelli e Daria Masiero join us in conversation to describe this edition of this Verdi's dramatic and romantic opera, direc...
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Sometimes they come back
Italy has re-elected President Giorgio Napolitano for a second term after five previous ballots failed to produce a winner. The 88-year-old head of State and may not serve the full seven-year term, MP Marco Fedi say.
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Cd of the week
In today's segment, Roberto Fino presents a little-known band from Friuli called 'Tre allegri ragazzi morti'.
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Waiting for a president
Italy's parliament began casting its fifth votes for a new president, in the meantime Pier Luigi Bersani has promised to step down once parliament elects a new president. In today's program we also speak with Claudio Pasqualucci, former ICE pre...
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Man hunt in Boston
Boston resident and MIT researcher Laura Indolfi describes the situation in the city, after the shooting on campus involving two suspects, one of whom on the run.
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Fedi comments on Bersani's resignation
Minutes after the Democratic Party's secretary Bersani resigned, we spoke to Hon. Marco Fedi, who represents Italian residents in Australia at the Italian Parliament.
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Political quake in Italy
The Democratic Party has emerged from the second day of voting for the President effectively "beheaded". Both Bersani and Bindi have announced their resignations. Meanwhile a man hunt is taking place in Boston, and we talk to local residents about...
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Doctors within Australian borders
An organisation representing overseas-trained doctors is calling on the federal government to implement the recommendations made by a parliamentary inquiry last year relating to registration. We spoke to AISAAN spokesman, doctor Ettore Guaia. &...
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Global Mail
In today's segment we travel to Angola, to discover the country's environmental challenges.
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV shows
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No President yet
The PD's candidate Franco Marino faced opposition even among the party members, some of whom opted for the Five Star Movement candidate. After talking about the first day of the Italian president's election, we talk about a recent research on sex ...
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Hello, MP?
Tonight's guests of our political round table are: Francesco Giacobbe (PD), Cinzia Bonfrisco (PdL), Andrea Tosatto (M5S) and Loredana de Petris (PdL).
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NZ OK's gay marriage
NZ parliament voted 77 to 44 to legalise gay marriage. We spoke to South Australian marriage equality lobby group convenor, Michael Donato
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The presidency of Destiny
The election of the new President of the Italian Republic is seen as important as never before. Who is the favourite candidate for SBS Radio listeners? Let's hear their proposals.
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The Governor and the wine
We interviewed Veneto region premier, Luca Zaia, at the 47th edition of "Vinitaly", one of Italy's most established wine exhibitions, which takes place in Verona.
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The perils of thrombosis
Dr Claudio Capozza talks about alternative medicine remedies to prevent and treat thrombosis.
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Russia vs USA. Again
With Moscow correspondent, Giuseppe D'Amato, we analyse the latest round of the new "cold war" between the United States and Russia.
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An act of terrorism
President Obama has now defined the Boston attack as "an act of terrorism". Today we talk about the US bombing and then we move to the Gillard government's school funding reform and an exhibition about Sydney's Filef.
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40 years of FILEF
An exhibition to celebrate the 40th anniversary of FILEF (Italian federation of migrant workers and families) opens in Sydney tomorrow, April 18. We spoke with its honorary president, Francesco Raco.
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The economy, with Max Tani
With Macquarie University lecturer, Massimiliano Tani, we discuss the economic issues of the week, including the new resource allocation for Australia's education system brought on by the Gonski reform.
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An eye witness account from Boston
Fabrizio Dembech was at the Boston marathon's finish line when the first explosion went off. 24 hours after the attack he recalled the events for us.
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Who rates rating agencies?
In this week's debate, financial analyst, Enrico Costantini, and Griffith University lecturer, Fabrizio Carmignani, discuss the pros and cons of international rating agencies.
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Horror in Boston
Italian journalist and Boston resident, Nicola Orichuia, reports from the city just hours after a series of explosions killed at least three people during the local marathon.
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Blood marathon
Two huge blasts rock Boston Marathon finish line, killing at least two people and injuring dozens. In this morning's program we report live on this dramatic situation and talk about the uncertain Italian political scenarios.
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Australia for dummies
Alessio Boschi is a Roman-born jewellery designer who has worked with precious stones for many years achieving international success. When he came to Australia, however, questions about his health jeopardised his
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Adam Scott makes history
As sporting achievements go, it's one of the biggest any Australian has ever managed.Greg Norman came close several times, but could never win the U-S Masters Golf Tournament. Now, Adam Scott has.
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The last Emperor
Spain's Fernando Alonso roared to a dominant victory in the Chinese Grand Prix, to give Ferrari their first win of the Formula One season. In serie A, a 1-1 draw in Milan edges Napoli closer to Champions League while Juventus plays tonight with ...
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It's a hard world
Federal government claws back 2,3 billion dollars in University funding to spend on public and private schools' reform. "In an ideal world where there were no fiscal constraints, maybe these sorts of policies have been sustainable" Higher Education M...
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One life, one story
Dr Giulio Parmegiani came to Australia from Rome as a 12-year old. He has since become a renowned psychiatrist in Sydney.
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The Bull, The Moon and the Coronet of Stars
Let's meet Silvia Colloca. She is an actress, an opera singer and a passionate food lover. She will be playing "The Bull, The Moon and the Coronet of Stars" from April 17th to June 22nd.
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Embedded in Iraq
Lao Petrilli recount his experience as an embedded journalist in Iraq with the Us marines troops during the war that overturned Saddam Hussein's regime.
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Cd of the week
In today's segment, Roberto Fino presents 'Purple Rain', the sixth studio album by American artist Prince and soundtrack album to the 1984 film Purple Rain.
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Literary prizes for Italians in the world
RILL spokesman, Alberto Panicucci, presents a literary prize for writers of fantasy novels. Later, journalist Fosca Colli tells Maria Gismondi how aspiring writers of all genres can enter the "Associazione Letteraria Fanny Bufalini Baroni" awa...
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Driving Curiosity
Italy's Paolo Bellutta is among a team of seven pilots, who control the Curiosity rover on Mars from the Pasadena Jet Propulsion Lab.
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Sex on tv
Sex scenes on TV often raise protests, but many will be surprised to hear a young Italian rapper is the one who felt compelled to raise his voice this time.
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SBS reviews its radio schedule
The new SBS Radio schedule for the SBS Radio network will officially start on April 29. The new schedule was announced late last year, after a review that showed there was a need for SBS Radio to introduce new language programs to reflect chan...
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Global Mail
A journey to help doctors working in rural Nepalese communities.
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The latest from Western Australia
Our correspondent, Donatella Bono, talks about two issues, which shook the state. First, a boatload of asylum seekers arrived at Geraldton on the Australian mainland. Second, Woodside Petroleum has announced it will close the construction of its m...
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I own the remote!
Our own guide to SBS TV programs
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Australia here we come!
Migration agent Emanuela Canini answers your questions: how expensive is living in Australia?
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Threat or bluff?
As tension persists on the Korean Peninsula, uncertainty around leader Kim Jong-Un's true intentions hangs in the air. In this morning's program we analyse the Korean threat under the US perspective and talk about the problems of Australian hig...
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Hello, MP?
Tonight's guests of our political round table are: Marco Fedi (PD), Azzurra Cancelleri (M5S) and Lucio Malan and Marco Zacchera (PdL).
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