The U.S. consulate in Florence is among several diplomatic posts set to close following the official announcement of a sweeping reorganization of the State Department, confirmed today by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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Author: Editorial Staff
Florence Mourns Pope Francis: A City United in Prayer and Remembrance
On the evening of Monday, April 21, 2025, the city of Florence gathered in solemn remembrance of Pope Francis, who passed away that morning at the age of 88.
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Pope Francis Dies at 88: Remembering His Profound Bond with Tuscany and Florence
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, aged 88. He shared a strong bond with Tuscany, marked by memorable visits to Florence, Barbiana, Nomadelfia, and Loppiano.
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End of an Era: The Uffizi’s Longtime Crane Bows Out
As reported by Il Fatto Quotidiano, the crane that has loomed over the city center since 2006 is set to be dismantled by June 2025.
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Easter 2025: Florence Celebrates a Perfect “Scoppio del Carro”
Florence marked Easter Sunday 2025 with the traditional Scoppio del Carro and everything went perfectly as planned.
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Taxi Service Resumes at Florence’s Main Train Station After Prefect Steps In
Taxi services have resumed at Florence’s Santa Maria Novella train station following days of disruption.
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King Charles III Honors Tuscany’s WWII Legacy in Historic Italian Parliament Address
The King recalled his grandfather, King George VI’s, visit to British and Allied troops near Arezzo in July and August 1944.
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Taxis Missing at Florence’s Main Station: Days of Delays and Rising Frustration
Since Friday April 11, the primary taxi stand at Santa Maria Novella has been nearly deserted.
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Florence Prepares for the Spectacle of Lo Scoppio del Carro This Easter
The historical event will take place over two days, Saturday, April 19 and Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.
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U.S. Confirms Plan to Shut Down Florence Consulate
Florence’s consulate is to be “folded” into the U.S. Embassy in Rome.
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