Massimiliano Verde is a journalist at Parliament News, He is covering Society and Culture News. Boasting a Master's Degree in Political Science, stands as a prominent figure in the Italian cultural landscape. His presidency of the Neapolitan Academy, a scientifically and sociolinguistically renowned group, attests to his relentless dedication to safeguarding and promoting Neapolitan language and culture. His activism and profound expertise have propelled him into the role of interlocutor for UNESCO as part of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages (2022-2032), a prestigious acknowledgment highlighting the significance of his efforts in preserving the linguistic and cultural diversity of our planet.
Verde's fervent passion for the history and culture of Southern Italy has driven him to immerse himself in research, resulting in numerous essays and articles that delve into the peculiarities and beauties of the region. His commitment extends beyond academia, manifesting in ongoing dissemination activities aimed at acquainting the general public with the rich cultural heritage of the South. His endeavors transcend national boundaries, as evidenced by his participation in international conferences and collaboration with various foreign institutions, rendering him an ambassador of Southern culture on the global stage and fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding.
The World Bank has lowered its 2023 economic growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa from 3.4% to 3%, with Sudan’s ongoing civil war cited as a key factor disrupting the region’s economic stability. The conflict in Sudan has severely hindered economic activities, displacing
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – King Charles has declared he will not stand in the path if Australia desires to replace him as the country’s head of state, it has been said. Ahead of his stay later this month, the king is
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK auction house withdraws ‘disrespectful’ sale of shrunken skulls. A British auction house has withdrawn from marketing human and ancestral remains, including shrunken heads and skulls, from neighbourhoods across the globe after objection from native groups and
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – NHS maternity attendants will take part in a mandatory training programme to enhance patient safety after a damning report by the health regulator stated that poor care and damage in childbirth was in danger of becoming “normalised”.
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Roughly 1,000 pro-Palestinian protesters have started marching through central London, with a “significant” policing operation in place across London as circumstances observe the anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel. Activists assembled in Bedford Square ahead
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The number of people out of work due to poor health is rising by 300,000 a year, according to analysis by a leading health thinktank. People of employing age who left their jobs due to ill health
London (Parliament Politics Magzine) – British PM Keir Starmer travelled to Brussels on an assignment to try to enhance ties with the European Union, which disintegrated as the nation left the world’s biggest trading bloc four years ago. PM Starmer wanted to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Structural racism is resulting in stark health inequalities among people from some ethnic backgrounds in London, according to a study by one of the UK’s top public health experts. More than half (52%) of black children and
London (Parliament Polics Magazine) – Maintenance and operations employees at London Cable Car have pledged to strike in a row over pay, a union has stated. The Rail, Maritime and Transport Union (RMT) expressed its members could take further steps for months
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Times Square in New York could be the motivation for the pedestrianisation of Oxford Street, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan. The London mayor visited the tourist web in Manhattan during a four-day visit to the Big Apple.
