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  • The 1966 Florence Flood and the Failure to Act in Time

    As Florence fought the rising waters, national authorities struggled to grasp the scale of the catastrophe.

  • First Snow of the Season Falls in Abetone and Val di Luce in Tuscany

    Snowflakes appeared in the Tuscan Apennines on 1 November 2026, with a light covering reported at higher elevations.

  • Maggio Musicale Opera Featured on Front Page of The New York Times

    The American newspaper devoted prominent coverage to Romanzo Criminale.

  • Exhibition Explores the Marzocco, the Lion That Symbolised the Florentine Republic

    On display at Palazzo Vecchio until 18 January 2027, I Leoni di Firenze.

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Schiacciata alla fiorentina

Caffè Gilli Wins Best Schiacciata alla Fiorentina at 20th Anniversary Contest

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Editorial Staff Life

The traditional Florentine carnival cake, known for its soft, spongy texture and delicate orange aroma.

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Ponte Vecchio

Tuscany and Florence: Trends and Insights for 2025

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Tuscany, and in particular Florence, remains one of the most sought-after cultural destinations in Italy.

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Lucio Corsi

Tuscan singer Lucio Corsi to Represent Italy at Eurovision 2025

Monday, February 24, 2025 Editorial Staff Life

Tuscan singer-songwriter Lucio Corsi will represent Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025.

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Villa La Quiete in Florence

Villa La Quiete’s Historic Garden Opens to the Public

Sunday, February 23, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

For the first time ever, the historic garden of Villa La Quiete will open to the public on Friday, May 16, 2025.

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Royal Apartments Reopen at Palazzo Pitti After Five Years

Saturday, February 22, 2025 Editorial Staff Arts

After five years the opulent Royal Apartments at Palazzo Pitti are once again open to the public.

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tourismA 2025: Florence Hosts the Leading Archaeology and Cultural Tourism Fair

Florence Hosts the Archaeology and Cultural Tourism Fair

Friday, February 21, 2025 Editorial Staff Life

From February 21 to 23, the Palazzo dei Congressi in Florence will host tourismA, the event dedicated to archaeology and cultural tourism.

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Leonardo Da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci May Appear on New Euro Banknotes

Thursday, February 20, 2025 Editorial Staff Business

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced that the renowned Renaissance genius is among the figures being considered for the new series of euro banknotes.

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Florence Siege Match: History and Photogallery

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Editorial Staff Sports

Florence once again paid tribute to its resilient past with the annual Partita dell’Assedio.

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Piazza della Signoria

Thomas J Price brings contemporary art to Piazza della Signoria

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Editorial Staff Arts

From March 14, 2025 Piazza della Signoria hosts Time Unfolding, the monumental bronze sculpture by British artist Thomas J Price.

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Florence Bans Keyboxes for Short-Term Rentals: What to Know

Monday, February 17, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Starting February 21, Florence will enforce new regulations affecting short-term rentals.

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NEWS

The 1966 Florence Flood and the Failure to Act in Time

Monday, November 2, 2026

First Snow of the Season Falls in Abetone and Val di Luce in Tuscany

Sunday, November 1, 2026

BUSINESS

Buyfood Toscana Brings International Food Buyers to Florence

Friday, October 23, 2026

Florence Metropolitan City seeks sponsors for monuments, parks and public events

Monday, October 5, 2026

INNOVATION

Medieval Ventilation System Discovered in Roof of Santa Croce Basilica

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Montecristo scorpion mystery traced back 26 million years

Friday, October 2, 2026

In the Spotlight

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LIFE

Maggio Musicale Opera Featured on Front Page of The New York Times

Sunday, November 1, 2026

Halloween 2026 in Florence: Events for Families and Adults Across the City

Thursday, October 29, 2026

SPORTS

Florence Approves Fiorentina’s €101 Million Proposal for Franchi Stadium

Monday, October 19, 2026

Florence Athletes Fabbri and Iapichino Top World Athletics Rankings

Saturday, October 17, 2026

OPINIONS

The Politics of Being Legible: From Veils to Short Skirts

Thursday, October 8, 2026

The Price Behind the Price: When the State Shapes the Gas Market

Friday, October 2, 2026

ITALIANO

Signa, il comitato del Crocifisso porta le preoccupazioni ambientali in Regione

Friday, June 19, 2026

Le parole che decidono il mondo: dèmos, kràtos, femminicidio

Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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