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The State of the Union 2012 to take place in May

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José_Manuel_Barroso (Medef) - CCThe 2012 edition of The State of the Union, organised by the European University Institute, is hosted in the Florence City Hall. The Conference takes place on 9-10 May. It aims at contributing to the analysis and debate of the European Union’s current situation, EU policies and the functioning of EU institutions and it brings together high-level policy-makers, leading academics and opinion leaders.

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Tuscan wineries at Viva Vino LA/2

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Viva Vino LACastello di Monastero, Col di Sole, Caiarossa:  Viva Vino LA is the largest Italian wine event staged on the West Coast. From seminars to tastings to dinners, Viva Vino LA offers an exceptional array of events for consumers and trade to experience Italian wines made with native grapes. Viva Vino LA makes its grand return to Los Angeles: May 14­‐19 at various locations.

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Fiorentina trainer Rossi attacks Ljajic, fired

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Delio-RossiFiorentina coach Delio Rossi was fired after attacking central midfielder Adem Ljajic during his side’s 2-2 draw with Novara. An incredible episode, that took place at the “Franchi” stadium. At the 32nd minute, with the visitors ahead 2-0, Delio Rossi decided to take out Ljajic for Olivera, the young Fiorentina striker sat down on the bench and then with a gesture provoked the reaction of the coach, who hurled himself at Ljajic starting a small dust up which was fortunately ended quickly.

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Tuscan wineries at Viva Vino LA/1

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Viva Vino LAPodere Sepaio, Poggio alle Sughere and La Corsa, read the updates of Viva Vino LA: the premiere Italian wine festival presented by the Italy‐America Chamber of Commerce West, The North American Sommelier Association, and Please the Palate. Educational dinners, lectures, tastings and seminars May 14­‐19 at various locations.

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Fiorentina’s fight to stay in Serie A continues

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Stadio azzurri d'ItaliaAtalanta beat Fiorentina 2-0 this afternoon at the Stadio Azzurri d’Italia in Bergamo. Goals from German Denis in the 11th minute and Giacomo Bonaventura in the 51st gave the hosts all three points, while Fiorentina’s Stevan Jovetic had a second-half penalty saved by Andrea Consigli. The result means that Atalanta are mathematically safe, while Fiorentina’s fight to stay in Serie A continues.

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Season’s end for Fiorentina’s Amauri

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AmauriFresh out of their away win against AS Roma, Fiorentina have to contend with several key players’ injuries. Subbing for Cerci 9 minutes into the second half, Italian-Brazilian midfielder Amauri suffered an abductor tendon lesion. With a 3-week prognosis ahead of him, Amauri is therefore off the cards until season’s end. Placing their hopes in Amauri to avert relegation, Fiorentina also have to contend with Cerci’s injury.

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