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  • The Badia Fiesolana is the EUI’s hub

    From crises to cohesion: how the EUI in Florence mirrors Europe’s push for unity

    From the optimism of early integration to recent crises, the history of the European University Institute mirrors the broader trajectory of the European Union.

  • Zubin Mehta Marks 90th Birthday with Beethoven’s Ninth at the Maggio

    Zubin Mehta Marks 90th Birthday with Beethoven’s Ninth at the Maggio

    A special concert and exhibition honoured more than six decades of his career.

  • Restoration award for work damaged in 1966 flood at Florence church

    Lucia Dori wins the 2026 Friends of Florence prize for a project on a rare 14th-century reliquary bust.

  • Italy’s internet began in Tuscany, 40 years ago

    Italy’s internet began in Tuscany, 40 years ago

    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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Florence Maggio 2026 Summer Season Opens to Jazz and Cinema at the Cavea

Florence Maggio 2026 Summer Season Opens to Jazz and Cinema at the Cavea

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Editorial Staff Life

Opera remains at the centre of the programme, with Rossini and Puccini.

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Montepulciano named among the world’s most welcoming cities

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

The Tuscan hill town is the only Italian destination in Booking.com’s global top 10 for 2026.

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Tenor fined for singing near Florence’s Duomo, video spreads online

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The incident occurred outside the cathedral, where performances are banned. Onlookers backed the singer.

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Artemisia Gentileschi self-portrait painted in Florence sets new auction record

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Sold by Christie’s in New York for $5.69 million, the work more than doubled its pre-sale estimate.

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When Love Is as Frightening as Hate

Monday, February 9, 2026 Eirini Lavrentiadou Opinions

A single sentence during the halftime show of the Super Bowl LX turned a global spectacle into a moment of reflection.

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Ben Stiller’s Super Bowl ad features an 80s dance track born in Tuscany

Monday, February 9, 2026 Editorial Staff Sports

The music is “In America” by Livorno DJ and producer Riccardo Cioni, a cult classic of Italian dance music.

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Florence marks the Remembrance Day with events by the Region and City Hall

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Editorial Staff News

It falls on 10 February and commemorates the victims of the foibe killings and the post-war exodus of Italians from Istria, Fiume and Dalmatia.

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Florence launches Custodians of Green for urban climate action

Florence launches Custodians of Green for urban climate action

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The initiative is part of the city’s new Green and Open Spaces Plan.

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Schiacciata Fiorentina: the dessert you don’t expect from Tuscans

Saturday, February 7, 2026 Jamie "Florence" Lorenzini Life

Tuscans are not famous for making desserts. And yet, every now and then, a sweet comes along that lingers in your memory.

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Black-and-White Tower near the Lungarno Sparks Debate in Florence

More than 10 under investigation over Florence’s black and white tower

Saturday, February 7, 2026 Editorial Staff News

Prosecutors are questioning officials over alleged violations in the former Teatro Comunale redevelopment.

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Florence to mark Liberation Day with official ceremony at Palazzo VecchioFlorence to mark Liberation Day with official ceremony at Palazzo Vecchio
Pisa and Florence airports face delays as new EU border system comes into forcePisa and Florence airports face delays as new EU border system comes into force
Memory and material in focus as Larry Nederlof opens first solo show in LivornoMemory and material in focus as Larry Nederlof opens first solo show in Livorno
Seasonal opening for Florence’s Iris Garden, home of the city’s emblem Seasonal opening for Florence’s Iris Garden, home of the city’s emblem 
Florence skyline controversy over large rooftop antenna near historic centreFlorence skyline controversy over large rooftop antenna near historic centre
Airlines warn of three-hour airport queues, call to revise EU border systemAirlines warn of three-hour airport queues, call to revise EU border system
Tourist reported after climbing Florence’s Neptune FountainTourist reported after climbing Florence’s Neptune Fountain
Florence Black and White Box probe: 15 under investigationFlorence Black and White Box probe: 15 under investigation
Piazza dell’Unità Italiana set for major redesign with more trees and less trafficPiazza dell’Unità Italiana set for major redesign with more trees and less traffic
Fight breaks out in Florence’s Piazza Duomo on New Year’s EveFight breaks out in Florence’s Piazza Duomo on New Year’s Eve

NEWS

Piazza dell’Unità Italiana set for major redesign with more trees and less traffic

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Black-and-White Tower near the Lungarno Sparks Debate in Florence

Florence Black and White Box probe: 15 under investigation

Monday, April 27, 2026

BUSINESS

Cooking schools, ATMs restricted as Florence rules for centre take effect

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Nutella Highlights Florence

A Jar in Orbit, a Tribute on Earth: Nutella Highlights Florence

Sunday, April 12, 2026

TECH

Italy’s internet began in Tuscany, 40 years ago

Italy’s internet began in Tuscany, 40 years ago

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Digital microneedles turn into QR codes for real-time health monitoring

Saturday, April 18, 2026

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LIFE

Zubin Mehta Marks 90th Birthday with Beethoven’s Ninth at the Maggio

Zubin Mehta Marks 90th Birthday with Beethoven’s Ninth at the Maggio

Thursday, April 30, 2026
Seasonal opening for Florence’s Iris Garden, home of the city’s emblem 

Seasonal opening for Florence’s Iris Garden, home of the city’s emblem 

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

SPORTS

Florence Half Marathon draws 6,000 runners through city centre

Saturday, March 28, 2026

Abetone ski lifts to stay open through Easter, season extended to mid-April

Thursday, March 26, 2026

OPINIONS

The Badia Fiesolana is the EUI’s hub

From crises to cohesion: how the EUI in Florence mirrors Europe’s push for unity

Friday, May 1, 2026
Greece’s Social Media Ban for Under 15s Signals a Necessary Shift

Greece’s Social Media Ban for Under 15s Signals a Necessary Shift

Friday, April 10, 2026

ITALIANO

The Nouvelle Carte d’Europe dressée pour 1870

L’Europa come creatura nervosa

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Il rischio idrogeologico divide Regione Toscana e Comune a Signa

Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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