Adored Zola is back among the fans Sep 14, 2008
After moving to Parma, Zolas flair play did not find favour with manager Carlo Ancelotti and Gullit could not believe his luck when he was given the opportunity to bring him to west London. You dont get an opportunity like this every day and when I heard he might be available I knew I wanted him, said a delighted Gullit. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Stendhal at his best: A 'worthless' historian Sep 11, 2008
Indeed, he dictated "Charterhouse of Parma" in this sorry state while serving as French consul in the south of Italy. Henri Beyle had a seizure in Paris, collapsed and died a few hours later. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
For West Ham, a man of rare qualities? Sep 10, 2008
He learned tricks as an apprentice to Diego Maradona down in Naples; he was ushered out of Italy by the intransigence of Carlo Ancelotti when, as coach to Parma, that Italian had a rigid team structure that considered Zola too small, too unpredictable, too free-spirited. Ancelotti has since learned to relax the reins sufficiently for many triumphs at AC Milan. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Study Confirms Harms of Anabolic Steroid Abuse Sep 6, 2008
Professor Antonio Bonetti from the University of Parma, Italy and colleagues report their findings in the International Journal of Sports Medicine. "Our investigation peers into the world of gyms and bodybuilding, which has often been investigated, but about which it is difficult to gather information because of the conspiracy of silence surrounding the use of illegal substances," Bonetti and colleagues write. (MEDLINEplus)
Favorite place for Italian food? Aug 23, 2008
Just thinking of Parma makes my mouth water. By Anne. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
FIFA order Mutu to cough up US$25mil to Chelsea Aug 16, 2008
Thursdays judgment reflected the valuation Chelsea put on the player after he joined them from Parma in 2003. Speaking in June, after FIFA said they had reached a verdict on the case but did not release it, Chelsea spokesman Simon Greenberg said: We never asked for a sum. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Europe's under-the-radar spots Aug 15, 2008
When I get them back again, then I can propose other places, she says, citing Parma as a personal favorite. Yet even the places picked over by hordes of tourists can yield their own rewards. (MSNBC -- Politics)
* Fiorentina take control over Slavia Aug 14, 2008
There are no doubts about Gilardino, Prandelli said of the striker, who had previously played under him during a stint together at Parma. He is a serious lad who has always had a sense of goal. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Food and puppetspull heart strings Aug 13, 2008
" Feta - the Greeks won this battle, not just over Turkey but against the whole of the EU. Under a European Court of Justice ruling feta, like Champagne and Parma ham is protected. As of 2007, producers of this crumbly white cheese who do not actually make it in Greece cannot call it feta or even feta-style cheese. Turks call their version of this beyaz peynir - white cheese. According to cookery expert and chef Hulya Erdal, "Feta cheese can only be the creation of Greece and any other cheese... (Asia Times Online)
Italians go wild Aug 12, 2008
(Playing well) is one of our targets, the former Napoli, Parma and Chelsea player said. We want to go onto the pitch and enjoy the game, the way we did yesterday and the result is going to be a consequence. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
American-born Rossi shines for Italy Aug 10, 2008
At the age of 12, he moved from the US to Italy, where he developed his skills in the youth ranks at Parma before signing with Manchester United when he was 17 ... The following season, he was loaned to Newcastle and then back to Parma, where he scored nine goals in 19 games. (India Times)
Chemical in plastic baby bottles safe? Jul 25, 2008
Exposure of the human fetus to BPA would be negligible because the mother rapidly metabolizes and eliminates BPA from her body, said the agency based in Parma in northern Italy. In its previous BPA risk assessment in 2006, EFSA set a TDI of 0. (MSNBC -- Health)
Italy's creative microbrew movement gets noticed Jul 19, 2008
In the mid-'90s, early Italian pioneers like Agostino Arioli at Birrificio Italiano and Teo Musso at Birreria Baladin made the jump from home brew to brewpub; today there are almost 200 craft microbreweries and brewpubs operating in Italy - mostly in the north, but new breweries have also appeared in Parma, Rome and even Sardinia. Initial inspiration came from Germany and Belgium; Arioli, for example, adhered to the strict tenets of the German Reinheitsgebot laws (which allow only malt, yeast,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Zola supports Serie A champions bid to sign Lampard Jul 14, 2008
Whilst the ex-Napoli and Parma striker missed out by a year on playing under the Portuguese, he has heard enough first-hand reports to know that Mourinho can be a success in Italy. Mourinho loves messing around, but when it comes to work he is a bulldozer. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Italy's food detectives sniff out fraud Jul 13, 2008
A wedge of "Parmesansan" made in Lithuania, a container of "Parmazano Fiorentino" produced in Britain and labeled "dairy free," a chunk of German "Parmezano" sold in Mexico ... European Union protection, indicated by the alphabet-soup designations DOP and IGP, has been granted to some of Italy's best-known products, including Bufala Mozzarella, Parma prosciutto, balsamic vinegar from Modena, San Marzano tomatoes, and Gorgonzola cheese ... The haul may have just been the tip of the iceberg:... (AZCentral -- News)
The right book for any trip Jul 6, 2008
Last summer, I reread Stendhal's The Charterhouse of Parma (Penguin), drawn deep into his picture of the political life of those old Italian city states, comical and personal, arbitrary, everything on a human scale. It was years since I'd read the novel; I had just about remembered Waterloo, the prison and the duchess in love with her young nephew in her middle age, but most of the story that wound them together had faded, so it was almost like finding it for the first time. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
More of this story Jun 28, 2008
Small but quality changes are noticeable already - fresh parmigiano reggiano is served, the tomatoes are imported from Italy, as is the Parma prosciutto, and seasonal items are abundant. "I wanted to bring this place up to the top level again," said the soft-spoken Chavez. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
San Francisco's Ryan Lipkin Named to USA Baseball National Team Jun 25, 2008
Derek Dietrich (Georgia Tech; Parma, Ohio), Ryan Jackson (Miami-FL; Miami Springs, Fla. and Hunter Morris (Auburn; Huntsville, Ala. (Usfdons.com)
* Nick Mallett and Carlo del Fava return to their roots Jun 20, 2008
Having already played for South Africa and the Natal Sharks under 21 teams, it didnt take him long to make his mark with new club Overmach Parma. Within a matter of months he was making his Italy debut against Wales in Cardiff. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
For Italian Scientist, Tobacco Means Cleaner Air Jun 16, 2008
Based in Casalmaggiore, a town near Parma where prosciutto ham is made, Plantechno will let engineers test the fuel in October by running a one-megawatt hospital power generator. It will also create a firm called SunSeed to commercialise the seeds with the help of private equity investors. (Planet Ark, United States)
Croatia coach Slaven Bilic defends his team's choice of post-match music at Euro 2008 Jun 11, 2008
Chelsea bought Mutu from Parma in 2003 for 15 million pounds and let him go in October 2004 after he tested positive for cocaine. He was suspended from all football for the next seven months. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
EU Urged To Keep Animal Protein Out Of Cattle Feed Jun 6, 2008
EFSA is based in the northern Italian city of Parma. In the past few years, there has been a significant decrease in the number of positive BSE cases detected in the EU, while the age of those positive cases has steadily increased. (Planet Ark, United States)
* EURO 2008: Mutu aiming for ultimate high Jun 1, 2008
Prandelli had been in charge of Parma when Mutu, scorer of 27 goals in 60 internationals, landed there after a difficult time at Inter followed by a loan spell at Verona, but he flourished under the Parma coach X who persuaded the board to outlay 4 million euros (US$6. 2 million) for him X scoring 21 times and getting Parma into the UEFA Cup ... However, while Parma have slid ever further down the table, his goalscoring exploits enticed big spending Chelsea to pay 22. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Mancini out at Inter, Mourinho as replacement? May 29, 2008
"I've fired two coaches this year so I'm certainly not the person to ask for a judgment on this,'' said Parma chairman Tommaso Ghirardi. Inter guaranteed its title with a victory over Parma in the last game of the year, which also condemned Parma to relegation to Serie B. Former Inter greats Sandro Mazzola and Alessandro Altobelli had mixed feelings over Mancini's departure. "I'm perplexed. I would have kept him,'' Mazzola told the Gazzetta. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Gilardino transfers from AC Milan to Fiorentina May 29, 2008
Fiorentina coach Cesare Prandelli previously guided Gilardino when the pair were with Parma. Fiorentina will play Champions League qualifying matches in August. (Xinhuanet, China)
Inter, Roma prep for fourth straight Coppa final May 23, 2008
Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who scored Inter's two goals in the team's title-clinching 2-0 win against Parma, is expected to start. The Sweden striker had been sidelined with a sore knee since late March before coming off the bench against Parma. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
No arrests after Champions final May 22, 2008
Wednesday's match was the second major European football final staged in Moscow after the UEFA Cup final nine years ago between Parma of Italy and Olympique Marseille of France. (Reporting by Chris Baldwin, Conor Sweeney and Vera Kalian, writing by James Kilner and Conor Sweeney; Editing by Robert Woodward). (International Herald Tribune)
Russia poisoning suspect joins Chelsea fans May 21, 2008
The only previous European club final staged in Moscow was the UEFA Cup final between Parma of Italy and Olympique Marseille of France nine years ago. (Editing by Robert Woodward). (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Italy: Inter wins 3rd straight title May 20, 2008
Inter Milan downs Parma 2-0 for third straight Italian league crown ... Inter Milan beat Parma 2-0 on the final day of the season ... Zlatan Ibrahimovic (front) celebrates with teammate Patrick Vieira after Ibrahimovic's two goals propelled Inter past Parma. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Fan violence May 20, 2008
PARMA, Italy (AP) -- A police officer was in serious condition with an injury to his spleen after clashes involving Inter Milan fans Sunday, local reports said. Another officer was slightly injured in the clashes before Inter's game with Parma, the ANSA news agency reported ... One Parma fan was slightly injured, ANSA reported. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Inter Milan wins third straight Italian title May 18, 2008
Inter Milan won its third straight Italian league title Sunday by beating Parma 2-0 on the final day of the season ... The Sweden striker came on in the 51st minute in driving rain at Parma and scored one goal with each foot ... Inter fans were barred from attending the game in Parma, but thousands of supporters celebrated outside the stadium, and fans back in Milan chanted in front of the city's Duomo cathedral. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Ibrahimovic saves the day (and the title) for Inter May 18, 2008
Inter Milan's Swedish forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores the first of two goals against Parma, at the Parma Tardini stadium ... Zlatan Ibrahimovic did that for Internazionale on Sunday when he was summoned off the bench to score the two goals that clinched the Italian Serie A title in the final game of the season at Parma ... The rain in Parma turned lo scudetto, the championship, into the skidetto. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Salaam, prosciutto May 13, 2008
A TRUE prosciutto crudo from the premium Parma or San Daniele regions of northern Italy takes at least 12 months to cure ... It's excellent, with the salty, gently leathery aroma of the best Parma ... "Every man and his dog had a [an import] permit," says top-end meats and smallgoods supplier Clayton Wright, referring to late 2006 when the first pallets of Parma-style ham landed here. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Parma sack Cuper with one match remaining May 13, 2008
Parma sack coach Hector Cuper with one match of the Serie A season left. Cuper was only hired two months ago with Parma struggling against relegation ... Parma need to beat champions Inter Milan on Sunday for a chance to stay up. (CNN -- International)
Parma fires Cuper ahead of final league match May 13, 2008
Parma fires coach Hector Cuper ahead of final Italian league match - - SI.com ... Parma fires coach Hector Cuper ahead of final Italian league match ... PARMA, Italy (AP) -Parma fired coach Hector Cuper on Monday, seeking to save the Serie A team from relegation only days ahead of its final match against league leader Inter Milan. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Materazzi ruins Inter celebrations May 13, 2008
Inter visits relegation-threatened Parma and Roma goes to struggling Catania ... "I'm sorry, I should have let Julio take it and I've apologized to him. Now we need to pick ourselves up and think about Parma, it will be like a final," the Italy centre back told Sky ... Next Sunday, Inter will be without injured talisman Esteban Cambiasso when it travels to relegation-threatened Parma, now managed by Cuper. (Xinhuanet, China)
AS Roma wins to close gap behind Inter Milan May 12, 2008
"This failure by Inter was unexpected and gives us a chance to keep trying,'' Roma coach Luciano Spalletti said. Inter leads the league with 82 points, while Roma has 81. In the final round, Inter travels to play Parma, which has to win to avoid relegation, and Roma plays at Catania, which will be relegated if it loses and Parma wins. If Inter loses and Roma draws next week, the two teams would finish with 82 points, but Inter has a better head-to-head record over Roma and would win its third... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
* Lega Calcio: Milan down Inter to move into fourth spot May 6, 2008
Coach Cesare Prandelli was trying to stay positive ahead of his teams final matches against Parma and Torino. The league is not over yet, were ready to keep going until the end, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Italy: Milan defeats Inter to tighten Serie A race May 6, 2008
In the last game of the season Inter plays at Parma and Roma visits Catania ... Also Sunday, it was: Atalanta 3, Livorno 2; Cagliari 2, Fiorentina 1; Catania 1, Reggina 2; Empoli 0, Udinese 1; Lazio 1, Palermo 2; Parma 1, Genoa 0; and Torino 2, Napoli 1 ... Parma got a second-half goal from Cristiano Lucarelli to keep alive its hopes of staying in Serie A next year. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
McDonald tops list of best Aussies abroad May 4, 2008
After several seasons battling relegation with cash-strapped Parma, Grella moved to Torino at the beginning of this season, scored a rare goal and became embroiled in yet another relegation scrap. But if adversity builds character, Grella is a tower of power. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Think twice before stuffing your suitcase with prosciutto May 3, 2008
Cured meats that's your Serrano, Parma and Iberico hams, plus Hungarian salami and other delicacies are almost always forbidden. Unless they come from particular, preapproved production facilities. (USA Today -- Travel)
Americas best Italian restaurants May 2, 2008
"Twenty years ago it was very difficult to reproduce regional Italian cuisine," says Tony May, the Neapolitan-born owner of New York's illustrious San Domenico, which the Gayot online guide calls one of the top 40 restaurants in the U.S. "A chef couldn't get imported Parmigiano-Reggiano or buffalo milk mozzarella, virgin olive oil, prosciutto di Parma, or balsamic vinegar. Now, everybody can buy the finest of such ingredients, and it's made a tremendous difference in the taste of the food.".... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Vieri out for rest of season with injury after missing decisive penalty against Rangers May 2, 2008
The Viola conclude the season against Cagliari, Parma and Torino. . (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
The Agony of the Food Snob May 2, 2008
At Balducci's this week, prosciutto di parma was $21. 99 a pound ,while Tuscan melons ran $4. (Slate)
Serie A leaders now six points clear of Roma Apr 22, 2008
Strugglers Catania beat nine-man Lazio 1-0 thanks to Gionatha Spinesis first-half penalty but Parma had three dismissed in a 2-1 home defeat by Napoli and remain in trouble ... Parma are one point above, Torino are four clear while Catania and Cagliari have a five-point cushion. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Romas title bid suffers double blow Apr 21, 2008
Livorno remain in the relegation zone but are just a point behind fourth bottom Parma, who host Napoli on Sunday. Fiorentina midfielder Marco Donadel grabbed the only goal with a 25m shot after 29 minutes to give them a boost ahead of Thursday's UEFA Cup semi-final, first leg at Rangers. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
No compensation for Parmalat from banks that sank it Apr 19, 2008
MILAN, Italy A judge ruled Friday that Parmalat cannot seek damages in the trial of five international banks charged with alleged market rigging that led to the Italian dairy's stunning 2003 collapse. The company said the decision would not affect its right to seek damages in the separate criminal trial in Parma, where Parmalat founder Calisto Tanzi, former CFO Fausto Tonna and other 22 former executives face charges of fraudulent bankruptcy and criminal association ... Parmalat emerged from... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
* Soccer Shorts Apr 18, 2008
A controversial goal by France international David Trezeguet inspired Juventus to a 3-0 win over relegation-threatened Parma on Wednesday and gave the winners an almost certain place in next seasons Champions League ... Parma were finally put out of their misery in the 77th minute as the unfortunate Stefano Morrone headed into his own net from Juves Portuguese international midfielder Tiago. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Italy: Totti, Roma lead Coppa semis, Inter held Apr 17, 2008
Italy: Juve beats Parma; Roma leads Coppa semi, Inter held - Soccer - SI.com ... MILAN, Italy (AP) -- David Trezeguet and Raffaele Palladino scored first-half goals to lead Juventus over Parma 3-0 in a rescheduled Serie A game on Wednesday ... Parma midfielder Stefano Morrone headed in an own goal in the 76th to make it 3-0. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Inter restore four-point lead with win over Fiorentina Apr 15, 2008
Fellow strugglers Reggina beat Sampdoria 1-0 and Empoli drew 1-1 with Parma, who have a game in hand at Juve tomorrow. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Eurand in Licenses Corticosteroid GI Product From Chiesi Farmaceutici SpA Apr 15, 2008
Chiesi Farmaceutici is a European pharmaceutical group, headquartered in Parma, Italy with a turnover of EUR 656 million in 2007. Chiesi has marketing and sales organizations in all major European markets, Eastern Europe, Russia and other countries and product distribution in over 40 countries and employs 3000 people worldwide, including approximately 300 scientists in research facilities in Italy, France and the U.S. Chiesi is developing innovative products aimed at the effective treatment of... (Primezone Releases)
Italy: Roma wins; Inter Milan blanks Fiorentina Apr 14, 2008
In Sunday's other games, it was: Empoli 1, Parma 1; Genoa 3, Torino 0; Lazio 1, Siena 1; Livorno 1, Cagliari 2; Napoli 2, Atalanta 0; and Reggina 1, Sampdoria 0. Saturday, Juventus rallied for a 3-2 win against AC Milan and Palermo defeated Catania 1-0. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Juve beat 10-man Milan Apr 13, 2008
First Parma and then Atalanta, we need to do our best, then we'll see where we're at. "We're having an incredible season. Against Milan and Inter I sensed their teams have already consolidated.". (iAfrica.com)
Juve, Milan collide with Champions berth on line Apr 12, 2008
Sunday's other games are: Empoli vs. Parma; Genoa vs. Torino; Lazio vs. Siena; Livorno vs. Cagliari; Napoli vs. Atalanta; and Reggina vs. Sampdoria. Palermo and Catania meet in a Sicilian derby Saturday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Bologna's modernization, a potential model for Europe's other mid-sized cities Apr 11, 2008
When the Argentine soccer coach Hector Cuper flew from Spain last month to report for his new job with the struggling Parma team, he landed at Marconi airport here and then drove an hour north to his new hometown. A few days before, fans supporting the Liverpool, England-based Everton soccer team landed in Bologna and took buses south to Florence to see their team's game against Fiorentina. (International Herald Tribune)
Juventus-Parma game postponed after Parma fan run over and killed by Juventus bus Mar 31, 2008
TURIN, Italy Juventus' match with Parma was postponed Sunday after a Parma fan was run over and killed by a bus at a highway rest stop ... Juventus and Parma, with the approval of the appropriate authorities, have decided to postpone the game as a sign of mourning for the incident involving the Parma fan that was traveling to the Turin stadium, the statement said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Parma fan dies in bus accident, Milan fall to Atalanta Mar 31, 2008
ROME: Italian football suffered another tragic blow yesterday as a Parma fan died after being run over by a bus on a weekend that saw AC Milan's Champions League hopes take another costly dent ... Authorities decided to postpone the Juventus-Parma clash yesterday in a bid to help avoid a repeat of November's ugly scenes ... Sad day: A woman placing a Juventus scarf near the scene where a Parma fan was accidentally knocked down and killed by a bus at a petrol station near Asti in northern Italy... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Parma says fan's death was not due to violence Mar 31, 2008
The death of a Parma fan on Sunday was not the result of violence between rival supporters, the club's president said on Monday. Matteo Bagnaresi was accidentally knocked down and killed by a bus, forcing Parma's match at Juventus to be postponed ... Police said Parma and Juve fans were trading insults at a service station on the way to Turin where the accident happened. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Italy: AC Milan falls 2-1 to Atalanta Mar 31, 2008
A minute of silence was held before Sunday's games after a Parma fan was run over and killed by a bus at a highway rest stop, prompting the postponement of a game with Juventus. The fans at the San Siro were whistling after Sergio Floccari and Antonio Langella scored first-half goals for Atalanta. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Knicks' Thomas mum on interest over IU job Mar 31, 2008
Juventus match with Parma was postponed after a Parma fan was run over and killed by a bus at a highway rest stop in Turin, Italy. Police in Asti, about 38 miles from Turin, confirmed the death but did not provide details. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Totti misses Red Devils clash Mar 31, 2008
Juventus' home match with Parma has been called off following the death of a visiting fan. Claudio Ranieri admits he is still bitter over the manner in which Chelsea showed him the door. (SkySports)
Credit Agricole, Banco Popolare Hold Discussions on Italian Joint Venture Mar 30, 2008
The company has already bought Cassa di Risparmio di Parma e Piacenza, Banca Popolare FriulAdria and other outlets from Italy's Banca Intesa SpA, giving it 1. 4 million clients in one of Europe's most lucrative consumer-banking markets. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Key strikers doubtful for Inter and Roma Mar 29, 2008
The Juventus shotstopper should have an easier time at home to struggling Parma tomorrow when his side will look to further consolidate third place in the table. Fifth-placed AC Milan, four points behind Fiorentina in fourth, host Atalanta with forwards Kaka, Alberto Gilardino and Filippo Inzaghi all doubtful. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Lead now down to 4 pts., Inter Milan visits Lazio Mar 28, 2008
On Sunday, it's: Catania vs. Torino; Empoli vs. Sampdoria; Genoa vs. Reggina; Juventus vs. Parma; Livorno vs. Siena; Milan vs. Atalanta; Udinese vs. Fiorentina; and Napoli vs. Palermo. Lazio is in mid-table and coming off two good performances -- a come-from-behind 3-2 victory in the derby against Roma and a 1-0 away defeat to Fiorentina. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Crowd-Free Costa Rica Mar 28, 2008
The celebrated ballet company will be on an Italian tour, performing "Swan Lake" in Parma (May 3-4, ), Modena (May 6-7, ) and Ferrara (May 10-11, ). And don't let the subject matter deter you: We're talking the Soviet-era, happy-ending, prince-gets-the-girl "Swan Lake," which will also descend on the Teatro La Fenice in Venice later in the year (Nov. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
