The first Italian internet connection was established in 1986 from Pisa to Pennsylvania, building on decades of research in computing across the region.
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Author: Editorial Staff
Piazza dell’Unità Italiana set for major redesign with more trees and less traffic
The €1.77 million project aims to reduce traffic, add trees and seating, and turn a busy transit space into a more liveable square near Santa Maria Novella.
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Seasonal opening for Florence’s Iris Garden, home of the city’s emblem
The seasonal opening of the Giardino dell’Iris is underway, offering free access to one of Florence’s lesser-known botanical spaces overlooking the city.
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Florence Black and White Box probe: 15 under investigation
Prosecutors say the project near the Arno river was approved on the basis of a false landscape authorisation and did not comply with planning rules.
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Up to 60 extra taxis on Florence streets until November 2026
The measure aims to cope with rising demand during the tourist season, with additional shifts and new services planned.
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Florence skyline controversy over large rooftop antenna near historic centre
City officials and heritage authorities clash over a telecom installation in viale Belfiore, visible from key viewpoints of Florence’s historic skyline.
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Firenze Rocks eyes expansion with glamping option for 2027
Organisers are considering a multi-day format with a second stage and high-end camping, while the 2026 edition introduces new sustainability and payment measures.
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Historic Santo Spirito’s Tronci organ returns after restoration
The historic instrument, silent for over 60 years, has been restored with support from Friends of Florence and will be inaugurated with a public concert on 24 April 2026.
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Airlines warn of three-hour airport queues, call to revise EU border system
Italian aviation groups ask for more flexibility in the Entry/Exit System after delays of up to three hours at border controls across Europe.
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From tradition to innovation: Florence’s Handicrafts Fair turns 90
Around 500 exhibitors from Italy and abroad will take part in MIDA90, running from 25 April to 3 May 2026.
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