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  • Pitti Uomo Opens in Florence as Italian Menswear Faces a Challenging Market

    More than 740 brands from over 30 countries are gathering in Florence, while new industry figures show continued pressure on Italy’s menswear sector.

  • Mammoths and Ancient Whales Return to Florence Museum

    The University of Florence’s Museum of Geology and Palaeontology reopens with free admission during the opening weekend.

  • Thousands Join Tuscany Pride 2026 in Grosseto

    The annual event brought together activists, associations, local institutions and supporters from across the region.

  • West Nile Virus Detected in Florence Area, Disinfestation Operations Begin

    Health authorities say the patient’s condition is good and have launched precautionary measures to reduce the risk of further transmission.

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Giardino delle Rose in Florence to undergo upgrades and path repairs

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

The city has completed safety works on the panoramic parapet and will now refurbish around 400 metres of internal paths.

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TourismA returns to Florence with restored Etruscan urn

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Editorial Staff Life

From 27 February to 1 March 2026, the Palazzo dei Congressi will host the 12th edition of the national fair on archaeology and cultural tourism.

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Florence named world’s top city for hands-on food experiences

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

A study by Titan Travel places Florence first among global destinations for immersive culinary experiences, with six other Italian cities also in the top list.

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Statue by Clet decapitated and thrown into the Arno in Florence

Monday, February 23, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The “Common Man” installation on Ponte alle Grazie was vandalised overnight. The body has been recovered near the Circolo Canottieri, but the head is still missing.

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Court backs Florence decision: e-scooter sharing to stop on 1 April

Monday, February 23, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

The Regional Administrative Court of Tuscany has rejected a request to suspend Florence’s planned ban on shared electric scooters.

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A view from the Montefioralle Ring Trail

Hiking in Chianti: Scenic Trails Among Vineyards

Sunday, February 22, 2026 Eirini Lavrentiadou and Marco Bastiani Travel

From short panoramic loops to longer countryside walks, the Chianti hills offer some of the most accessible and rewarding hiking routes near Florence.

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Single Ticket for Florence’s Accademia and Bargello from March 2026

Saturday, February 21, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Seven museums, 50,000 works and 3 million visitors: Florence introduces unified tickets and major restorations.

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Bookings open to visit Gorgona, Tuscany’s prison island

Friday, February 20, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

Excursions to the protected island, home to Italy’s last operating prison colony, will start on 11 April. Applications open on 23 February.

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A Country of Dialects, Now Speaking Italian. And English

Friday, February 20, 2026 Editorial Staff Life

The share of people speaking mainly dialect has dropped from 32% in 1988 to 9.6% in 2024, according to Italy’s national statistics office.

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Giotto’s Bell Tower in Florence to undergo first complete restoration in its history

Thursday, February 19, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

€60 million restoration plan under way for Florence Cathedral complex in a multi-year programme.

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New Board Appointed for Florence’s Uffizi GalleriesNew Board Appointed for Florence’s Uffizi Galleries
Removable Flood Defences Trialled on Florence RiverfrontRemovable Flood Defences Trialled on Florence Riverfront
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NEWS

Thousands Join Tuscany Pride 2026 in Grosseto

Sunday, June 14, 2026

West Nile Virus Detected in Florence Area, Disinfestation Operations Begin

Saturday, June 13, 2026

BUSINESS

Pitti Uomo Opens in Florence as Italian Menswear Faces a Challenging Market

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The Ferrari Luce, the company’s first fully electric production vehicle and also its first five-seat model.

Gucci goes racing while Ferrari goes silent

Thursday, May 28, 2026

TECH

Removable Flood Defences Trialled on Florence Riverfront

Friday, June 12, 2026
Latin meets gaming at Florence’s Museo di San Marco

Latin meets gaming at Florence’s Museo di San Marco

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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LIFE

Calcio Storico and fireworks: Florence prepares for San Giovanni celebrations

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Firenze Rocks Visitor Guide: Transport, Facilities and Travel Advice

Thursday, June 11, 2026

SPORTS

Mugello Attendance Hits Record High as Tuscany Backs MotoGP Future

Mugello Attendance Hits Record High as Tuscany Backs MotoGP Future

Monday, June 1, 2026

Eroica Montalcino returns with around 2,500 cyclists expected in Val d’Orcia

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

OPINIONS

Many Europeans care about climate change, even if they don’t show it in the same way

Friday, June 5, 2026
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

ITALIANO

Larry Nederlof opens first solo show in Livorno

Livorno ospita la prima mostra personale dell’artista olandese Larry Nederlof

Monday, May 4, 2026
The Nouvelle Carte d’Europe dressée pour 1870

L’Europa come creatura nervosa

Sunday, February 15, 2026
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