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Florence Regains Control of Historic Le Mulina Racecourse

Florence Regains Control of Historic Le Mulina Racecourse

Monday, September 8, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Once a jewel of Italian horse racing, the site has fallen into decay since its closure in 2012, but the ruling paves the way for its recovery.

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Florence Tram Line T1 Back in Service After Track Replacement

Florence Tram Line T1 Back in Service After Track Replacement

Friday, September 5, 2025 Editorial Staff Travel

Early completion of works between Porta al Prato and Santa Maria Novella, reopening on September 7, 2025.

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Fire Destroys Viper Theatre in Florence, Blaze Now Extinguished

Scenes from the Fire: How Crews Extinguished the Blaze at the Viper Theatre

Monday, August 25, 2025 Editorial Staff News

A major fire broke out over the weekend at the Viper Theatre, one of Florence’s best-known live music venues.

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

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

Thursday, August 21, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Originally planned as private residences, the approved project will now bring an ultra-luxury hotel and tourist apartments.

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The Liberation of Florence

Florence Remembers Its Liberation: Honoring the Resistance and Allied Forces

Sunday, August 10, 2025 Marco Bastiani News

August 11, a day etched in Florence’s history as a turning point in the fight for freedom.

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Florence Goes Dark to Denounce Israel’s Gaza Strategy

Florence Turns Off Monument Lights in Protest Against Gaza Plan

Friday, August 8, 2025 Editorial Staff News

According to the mayor’s office, the blackout is meant to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis.

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Street Vendors to Move to Cascine Park: Florence Launches Pilot Plan for Urban Decorum and Safety

Street Vendors to Move to Cascine Park: A Pilot Plan for Safety

Sunday, July 20, 2025 Editorial Staff News

The relocation, set to begin this summer, aims to ease congestion in key tourist areas.

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U.S. Consulate in Florence to Remain Open, Ambassador Confirms

U.S. Consulate in Florence to Remain Open, Ambassador Confirms

Thursday, July 3, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Speaking in Rome during the Fourth of July celebrations, Ambassador Fertitta addressed recent concerns over the closure of the Florence consulate.

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Remote Check-in for Tourists Restored: Florence’s Keybox Ban Under Scrutiny, But Still in Force

Court Restores Remote Check-In, Florence Keeps Keybox Ban

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Editorial Staff News

A court ruling has reignited debate over short-term rentals and tourist regulations in Florence.

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Rubio’s Reorganization Plan Reaches Congress, US Florence Consulate Included

Rubio Sends Cutback Plan to Congress: U.S. Florence Consulate to Close

Friday, May 30, 2025 Editorial Staff News

Marco Rubio has formally submitted to Congress a sweeping reorganization plan for the State Department.

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raining Center dedicated to Pope Leo XIV established in Florence

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Eugenio Giani re-elected as Tuscany’s governor

Eugenio Giani re-elected as Tuscany’s governor

Monday, October 13, 2025

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Major new healthcare center opens in Florence’s Manifattura district

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Tuscan Wines 2025: Excellent Harvest, Market Challenges

Tuscan Wines 2025: Excellent Harvest, Market Challenges

Monday, September 29, 2025

TECH

A detail of the David statue by Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1501-1504 CE (Photo: Joe Hunt)

New Web App Brings Michelangelo’s Genius to Life

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

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TRAVEL

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ARTS

Friends of Florence advance restoration of Donatello’s Gattamelata

Friends of Florence advance restoration of Donatello’s Gattamelata

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Donatello’s bronze horse lifted in Padua

Friends of Florence shares exclusive photos of Donatello’s bronze horse removal

Friday, October 10, 2025

LIFE

From Gaza to Kabul, the Middle East takes the stage in Florence

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Tim Burton will take center stage in Florence October 2025.

Tim Burton’s Gothic Imagination Arrives at Florence Biennale

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

SPORTS

Pioli’s tactical reshuffle and summer signings have so far failed to deliver

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Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Florence is getting ready to lace up for Corri La Vita 2025

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Wednesday, September 3, 2025

OPINIONS

The Strength of the Streets and the Value of Political Presence

Sunday, October 12, 2025

A new national holiday for St. Francis sparks a heavenly traffic jam

Sunday, October 12, 2025

ITALIANO

La forza della piazza e il valore della presenza politica

Sunday, October 12, 2025
Oltre 200 persone al trekking urbano per difendere il Crocifisso e il Padule

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Saturday, October 4, 2025
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