Piero Angela, Italy’s most famous science journalist and TV presenter, died earlier this week, at 93 years of age. A central figure in the country’s broadcast field, he was regarded as a knowledgeable, all-round science presenter and, more generally, as one of the most respected public figures in the country. When his son Alberto (who followed in his father’s footsteps and is also a science journalist and presenter – they have often worked together), gave the news of his passing on social media, many institutional figures issued statements filled with sadness and regret. “A great Italian has passed away; All of Italy is grateful to him”, said the country’s
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