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

UNESCO in Paris Examines Florence’s Black Cube Development

Thursday, July 23, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The UN cultural agency is reviewing the impact of the controversial former Teatro Comunale redevelopment.

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

Florence Black and White Box probe: 15 under investigation

Monday, April 27, 2026 Editorial Staff News

Prosecutors say the project near the Arno river was approved on the basis of a false landscape authorisation and did not comply with planning rules.

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German woman found dead in park near Florence, murder investigation opened

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Editorial Staff News

The 44-year-old was discovered on Tuesday morning in a green area close to a secondary school in Scandicci. Carabinieri are investigating.

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Florence Planning Debate Widens

Florence Planning Debate Widens as Prosecutors, City Hall and Civic Groups Step In

Monday, February 16, 2026 Editorial Staff News

Investigations, petitions and new luxury student residences have turned urban planning into one of Florence’s most contested issues.

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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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Piazza Santo Spirito

Florence tightens oversight of redevelopment projects

Friday, November 21, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Two cases highlight rising scrutiny of changes of use in the historic centre.

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Florence’s Black and White Tower Under Investigation

Florence Black and White Tower Faces Planning Violations Inquiry

Monday, September 29, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Florence prosecutors are investigating alleged planning violations in the redevelopment of the former Teatro Comunale.

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NEWS

Bomb threats force school evacuations in Florence and across Italy

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Tuscany’s Sleepiest Burglar: Breaks Into a House, Steals Valuables, Then Takes a Nap

Saturday, November 7, 2026

BUSINESS

Tuscany and Rhode Island Explore New Economic Partnerships at Florence Forum

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Buyfood Toscana Brings International Food Buyers to Florence

Friday, October 23, 2026

TRAVEL

Romantic Tourism Accounts for 1.5 Million Overnight Stays a Year in Florence

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Ryanair Changes Baggage Drop-Off Rules: New Deadline for Passengers Flying from Pisa

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

INNOVATION

The Humble Yeast That Helped Scientists Understand How Life Works

Friday, November 13, 2026

Medieval Ventilation System Discovered in Roof of Santa Croce Basilica

Thursday, October 15, 2026

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ARTS

Newly Discovered Puccini Manuscript Sheds Light on the Origins of Turandot

Saturday, November 14, 2026

The Great Beauty of Fired Enamel

Friday, November 6, 2026

LIFE

Remembering the 1966 Flood: Florence’s History Told Through Exhibitions

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

The Film That Made Florence’s 1966 Flood a Global Story

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

SPORTS

From Florence to the Snow: Abetone Opens Ski Pass Sales for Winter 2026–2027

Monday, November 9, 2026

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

Monday, October 19, 2026

OPINIONS

The Politics of Being Legible: From Veils to Short Skirts

Thursday, October 8, 2026

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Friday, October 2, 2026

ITALIANO

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Friday, June 19, 2026

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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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