The downgrade would could lead to a 20% reduction in national funding.
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Scorching Heatwave to Hit Florence: 40°C Expected by Sunday
This could be one of the most intense heatwaves since the infamous summer of 2003.
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Heat Alert Returns in Florence: Orange Warning for June 24 and 25
Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
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Tourist Damages Painting While Taking Selfie at the Uffizi
A tourist caused damage to a historic painting at the Uffizi Galleries after accidentally backing into it while attempting to take a selfie.
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Italian Government to Appeal Ruling on In-Person Check-In for Short-Term Rentals
Italy’s Interior Ministry is preparing to appeal a recent court ruling that struck down a directive requiring in-person check-in for short-term rental guests.
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Florence Issues Heat Warning: Orange Alert for Saturday, Red Alert on Sunday
The national heatwave monitoring system coordinated by Italy’s Ministry of Health has issued an orange-level heat alert for Florence on Saturday, June 14, followed by a red-level alert for Sunday.
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Court Restores Remote Check-In, Florence Keeps Keybox Ban
A court ruling has reignited debate over short-term rentals and tourist regulations in Florence.
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Low Turnout Undermines Italy’s Referendums
Italy’s five referendums on jobs, workers’ rights, and citizenship failed to meet the quorum with national turnout stopping at just 30%.
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Summer Comes Early: Sunny and Hot Week Ahead in Tuscany
Daytime highs will reach 34–35°C in the inland plains, especially in the provinces of Florence, Prato, and Pistoia.
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Jobs, Citizenship, Rights: Italy’s 5 Referendums Explained
Today and tomorrow, Italian citizens are called to vote on five national referendums.
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