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  • Ryanair announces 58 routes from Pisa Airport for summer 2026

    Two new destinations are Rabat in Morocco and Bratislava in Slovakia.

  • Tom Jones to perform at Lucca Summer Festival, only Italian date on 28 July

    The Welsh singer will take the stage in Piazza Napoleone during the 2026 edition of the Lucca Summer Festival.

  • Italy to vote on separating judges and prosecutors

    On 22 and 23 March 2026, Italians will vote in a referendum on a reform that would significantly reshape the organisation of the judiciary.

  • President Mattarella awarded honorary degree in Florence

    Italy’s head of state received an honorary master’s degree during the 150th anniversary celebrations of Florence’s Cesare Alfieri School of Political Science.

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FeelHippo AUV, a fully autonomous underwater vehicle equipped with advanced optical and acoustic sensors

Florence University Wins NATO Underwater Robotics Contest Again

Friday, July 18, 2025 Editorial Staff Tech

The team competed using FeelHippo AUV, a fully autonomous underwater vehicle equipped with advanced optical and acoustic sensors.

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The international fast food chain McDonald’s is “one step away from signing” a lease for the premises of the historic Olympion café

We Must Believe in Beauty

Thursday, July 17, 2025 Eirini Lavrentiadou Opinions

Thessaloniki’s McDonald’s debate echoes Florence’s 2016 decision to reject a fast food in Piazza del Duomo, raising questions about preserving urban identity.

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Andreina Contessa Appointed Director of Accademia Gallery and Bargello Museums in Florence

Andreina Contessa Appointed Director of Accademia Gallery and Bargello Museums

Thursday, July 17, 2025 Editorial Staff Arts

Her nomination, part of a broader wave of appointments announced by Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli.

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Florence hotel association proposes day-tripper fee, similar to Venice

Florence Considers Day-Trip Ticket, Inspired by Venice Model

Thursday, July 17, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Federalberghi’s proposal aims to protect residents’ quality of life and promote a more sustainable visitor experience.

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Taxi Drivers Strike in Florence Amid NCC Dispute

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The strike is affecting taxi services on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, with major disruptions expected at train stations and the airport.

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Stanley Tucci Explores Tuscany in Full Episode of “Tucci in Italy”

Watch Now: Stanley Tucci Explores Tuscany in Full Episode of Tucci in Italy

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

The acclaimed documentary series by Stanley Tucci and National Geographic, is now available to watch for free on YouTube.

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€55M for Florence: Urban Plan Frees Funds for Franchi

Government Releases €55M to Florence, Stadium Renovation Back on Track

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Editorial Staff Sports

In 2023, the European Commission ruled that the stadium project did not align with the EU’s criteria for green and inclusive urban transformation.

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With €6 billion in annual exports to the U.S., Florence could face major losses, says the local Chamber of Commerce.

Tuscany Faces Over €1 Billion in Potential Losses from US Tariffs

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Editorial Staff Business

The Florence Chamber of Commerce warns of serious risks to exports, jobs, and tourism if 30% U.S. tariffs are imposed.

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Climbers on Santa Croce: Security Concerns Rise After Risky Video Goes Viral

Viral Video: Climbers Scale Santa Croce in Florence

Monday, July 14, 2025 Editorial Staff News

A short video showing two men scaling the façade of the Basilica in Florence.

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Boston Tea Party, 1773 – The protest against British tea taxes sparked not only a revolution, but also a cultural shift: coffee replaced tea as the drink of American identity.

Trump’s New Tariffs Feel Like an Embargo—and China’s Ready

Sunday, July 13, 2025 Marco Bastiani Opinions

What starts as a bid to protect domestic interests often ends up changing the daily lives of millions in ways policymakers neither planned nor controlled.

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NEWS

Italy to vote on separating judges and prosecutors

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

President Mattarella awarded honorary degree in Florence

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

BUSINESS

Florence-based Menarini reports €4.9 billion revenue in 2025

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Florence issues 30 fines in first weeks of new outdoor dining rules

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

TECH

Florence has a new bridge over the Arno: watch the timelapse

Friday, February 27, 2026
Tuscany upgrades regional digital portal with new AI-powered services

Tuscany upgrades regional digital portal with new AI-powered services

Thursday, February 5, 2026

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LIFE

Tom Jones to perform at Lucca Summer Festival, only Italian date on 28 July

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

TourismA returns to Florence with restored Etruscan urn

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

SPORTS

Two Tuscan athletes competing at the Milan–Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games

Monday, March 9, 2026

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

Monday, February 9, 2026

OPINIONS

When Art is Measured by the Box Office

Sunday, March 8, 2026

History Doesn’t Repeat Itself

Saturday, March 7, 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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