Graffiti was a powerful form of protest in ancient Rome – as Gladiator II shows
The obscene graffiti directed against Caracalla and Geta in Gladiator II then is part of a long tradition of political ...
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20 Famous Landmarks in Italy That Will Leave You Speechless!
Explore Italy's iconic landmarks and immerse yourself in its rich history, from Greek temples to Roman ruins and more.
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There aren’t Jewish fighters in Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator II.’ But what about in ancient Rome?
In 79 CE, Mount Vesuvius erupted in southern Italy, burying the nearby Roman city of Pompeii in scalding stone and ash. The ...
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The pope will visit Corsica Dec. 15 after skipping Paris reopening of Notre Dame
Pope Francis will travel to the Mediterranean island of Corsica on Dec. 15, making yet another visit to France that avoids the capital and all the pomp and protocol that accompanies a proper state ...
‘Gladiator II’ exaggerates, but historians say the real-life Colosseum was plenty wild
Sharks? Maybe not. But sea battles, semi-aquatic creatures and plenty of other eye-popping spectacles were part of the ...
Not so entertained. The highs and lows of Gladiator II
Twenty-four years after the first film premiered, director Ridley Scott and an A-list cast returned to Rome for Gladiator 2. With stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington, the film ...
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Visiting the Pantheon in Rome, Italy With Kids
We spent five days in Rome this summer. While there, we got to see many of the bucket-list attractions like the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and St. Peter’s Basilica. One of our absolute favorite ...
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Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican
Pope Francis has revised the funeral rites that will be used when he dies. He's simplifying the rituals to emphasize his role ...
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Pope to make late Italian teenager Carlo Acutis the first millennial saint on April 27
Pope Francis said he will canonize Carlo Acutis next April, setting the eagerly awaited date for the late teenager to become ...
Here's what you can't miss on your next trip to Lazio, Italy
Rome, the Eternal City, radiates its deliciousness and rich history beyond its walls to the Lazio region, where travelers can discover archaeological wonders, vineyards, charming villages, and a ...
10 must-do experiences in Italy’s Lazio region
Rome, the Eternal City, radiates its deliciousness and rich history beyond its walls to the Lazio region, where travelers can discover archaeological wonders, vineyards, charming villages, and a ...
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Pompeii: Italy’s frozen-in-time Roman city
I love exploring the world of ancient Rome, with its grand architecture, fascinating culture, and stories of larger-than-life ...