AGP Executive Report
Last update: a minute agoItalian Publishing & Culture: The Festival of Italian and Irish Literature in Dublin wrapped with “Literature as Resistance,” bringing Italian and Irish writers and translators together at Trinity College and the Italian Cultural Institute. Book-to-Book Buzz: Ali Hazelwood announced a sequel to The Love Hypothesis: The Two-Body Problem (Berkley), due Feb. 2, 2027, with preorders already open. Publishing Industry Watch: A new EU court ruling says differential withholding tax on dividends can restrict free movement of capital, but refunds may hinge on whether investors can fully deduct the excess tax—an update that matters for cross-border dividend reimbursement claims involving Italy. Near-Death Studies (Italy link): IANDS will host a European/African symposium on near-death experiences via Zoom on Oct. 31, featuring Italian researcher Professor Patrizio Tressoldi of the University of Padua. Food & Books Angle: Illy’s Trieste coffee-making story gets a spotlight in TODAY’s “From Start to Finish,” tying Italian craft to the brand’s espresso heritage.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result. Feedback is welcome. Please let us know if you have any comments or suggestions about the AGP Executive Report.