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POPE LEO XIV CARRIED THE CROSS IN THE VIA CRUCIS ON GOOD FRIDAY AMIDST PRAYERS AGAINST WARS AND THE ABUSE OF POWER

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✍️ Pope Francis led a procession through the Colosseum in Rome, carrying the cross and reading reflections on the first day of Easter.

👉 Pope Francis led a procession through the Colosseum in Rome 👉 The procession was part of the Pope's first day of Easter celebrations 👉 The Pope carried the cross and read reflections on the significance of war and violence

-- #PopeFrancis #FatherFrancescoPatton #Rome #Colosseum #religion

POPE LEO XIV CARRIED THE CROSS THROUGHOUT ALL THE STATIONS OF THE VIA CRUCIS

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✍️ Pope Leo XIV carried the cross during the traditional Via Crucis at the Colosseum, commemorating the passion of Jesus Christ, and emphasized the importance of protecting civilians and promoting international law and human rights.

👉 Pope Leo XIV carried the cross during the Via Crucis at the Colosseum 👉 The event commemorated the passion of Jesus Christ 👉 The Pope spoke by phone with the President of Israel and the President of Ukraine 👉 He emphasized the need for a just and durable peace in the Middle East 👉 The event highlighted the importance of protecting civilians and promoting international law and human rights

-- #PopeLeoXIV #IsaacHerzog #VolodimirZelensky #FrancescoPatton #PabloVI #SanJuanPabloII #BenedictoXVI #PapaFrancisco #RobertPrevost #SanFranciscodeAsís #Colosseum #Vatican #Israel #Ukraine #Jerusalem #BasílicadeSanPedro #BasílicadeSanJuandeLetrán #Castelgandolfo #religion

POPE FRANCIS ANNOUNCED THAT HE WILL WEAR THE CROSS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOLY WEEK ON GOOD FRIDAY

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✍️ Pope Francis has announced that he will personally carry a wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Holy Way in the Colosseum during his first Holy Week on the position, marking the first time in decades that a leader has carried the cross.

👉 Pope Francis will personally carry a wooden cross through the 14 stations of the Holy Way in the Colosseum 👉 This marks the first time in decades that a leader has carried the cross 👉 The Pope's decision highlights the importance of faith and devotion

-- #PopeFrancis #Colosseum #religion

POPE LEO XIV TO CARRY CROSS FOR ENTIRE PROCESSION

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✍️ Pope Leo XIV plans to carry the wooden cross through all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff.

-- #PopeLeoXIV #Colosseum #religion

HOW MUCH ARE THEY GOING TO CHARGE FOR VISITING THE TREVI FOUNTAIN

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✍️ Roma introduces a 2-euro ticket for visitors to the Fontana di Trevi to limit the influx of tourists and protect the monument.

👉 A 2-euro ticket will be introduced for visitors to the Fontana di Trevi 👉 The measure aims to limit the influx of tourists and protect the monument 👉 Locals will not have to pay the ticket 👉 The revenue generated will be used to improve the city's tourist services and infrastructure

-- #RobertoGualtieri #DanielaSantanchè #ElisabettaPiqué #Roma #FontanadiTrevi #Colosseum #Panteón #travel

A PEEK INSIDE THE COLONNA PALACE, ROME'S MOST EXCLUSIVE TOURIST SITE

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✍️ The Colonna Palace in Rome is a private home-museum that is rarely open to the public, with only small groups allowed to visit on Friday and Saturday mornings.

👉 The Colonna Palace is a private home-museum in Rome that is rarely open to the public. 👉 The palace has been in the Colonna family since the 12th century. 👉 The family has maintained a trust to ensure the artworks remain in the palace forever. 👉 Only small groups of visitors are allowed to see the collection. 👉 The palace is considered one of humanity's greatest artistic heritages.

-- #ElisabettaCecchini #DonProsperoColonna #ClaudioStrinati #PopeJohnPaulII #DonnaVersace #AnnaWintour #AudreyHepburn #PrincessIsabellaColonna #OddoneColonna #MarcantonioColonna #Rome #Colosseum #SistineChapel #MetropolitanMuseumofArt #world

ONE KILLED IN COLLAPSE OF MEDIEVAL TOWER IN ROME'S IMPERIAL FORUM

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✍️ A 13th century tower in Rome, Italy, collapsed, killing one person and injuring another, during a restoration project.

👉 One person killed, one seriously injured in tower collapse 👉 Collapse occurred during restoration project 👉 Investigation underway to determine cause of collapse 👉 Heavy rainfall and small earthquake may have been contributory factors 👉 Tower had been abandoned for 20 years and was in disrepair

-- #OctavStroici #Rome #Italy #Colosseum #Forum #Paris #Copenhagen #world

RESCUED WORKER DIES AFTER 11 HOURS TRAPPED WITHIN PARTIALLY COLLAPSED MEDIEVAL TOWER IN ROME

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✍️ A worker was trapped under rubble in a medieval tower in Rome after it partially collapsed during renovation work, but sadly did not survive the rescue efforts.

👉 A worker was trapped under rubble in a medieval tower in Rome after it partially collapsed during renovation work. 👉 The worker did not survive the rescue efforts. 👉 The incident has sparked an investigation into possible charges of negligent disaster and injuries. 👉 The tower was undergoing a 6.9 million euro restoration project, which included conservation work and the installation of new systems.

-- #GiorgiaMeloni #OctavStroici #LambertoGiannini #RobertoGualtieri #NicusorDan #LucaCari #PopeInnocentIII #ViktoriaBraeu #Rome #Italy #RomanImperialForum #Colosseum #LeamingtonSpa #Milan #world

MANSLAUGHTER INQUIRY OPENED AFTER DEATH OF WORKER IN ROMAN TOWER COLLAPSE

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✍️ A worker, Octav Stroici, died after being trapped under fallen masonry when a medieval monument in central Rome collapsed.

👉 The Torre dei Conti monument in Rome collapsed, trapping a worker 👉 The worker, Octav Stroici, was rescued after 11 hours but died of his injuries 👉 Prosecutors have opened a manslaughter investigation 👉 The incident has reignited the debate on workplace safety in Italy

-- #OctavStroici #LambertoGiannini #GaetanoLaManna #NataleDiCola #ElenaCerchi #Rome #Suceava #Italy #Colosseum #PiazzaVenezia #Anzio #world

WATCH: MOMENT MEDIEVAL TOWER PARTIALLY COLLAPSES IN ROME

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✍️ A medieval tower in Rome partially collapsed, trapping one man and injuring another, with rescue efforts ongoing.

👉 A medieval tower in Rome partially collapsed 👉 One man trapped, another critically injured 👉 Rescue efforts underway 👉 Firefighters unharmed

-- #Rome #RomanForum #Colosseum #world

THE COLLAPSE OF A TOWER THAT IS OVER 800 YEARS OLD IN ROME.

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✍️ A partially collapsed medieval tower in Rome, Italy, trapped one worker under the rubble, prompting a rescue operation.

👉 Torre di Conti, a 13th-century tower, partially collapsed in Rome, Italy 👉 One worker trapped under the rubble, three others rescued 👉 Rescue operation underway, one worker taken to hospital in critical condition 👉 Tower was undergoing renovation with European Union funding

-- #RobertoGualtieri #AlessandroGiulii #Rome #Italy #ImperialForum #Colosseum #world

RESCUE UNDER WAY AFTER MEDIEVAL TOWER PARTIALLY COLLAPSES IN ROME

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✍️ A part of the medieval Torre dei Conti tower in Rome's tourist district collapsed, trapping one man and injuring another.

👉 A part of the Torre dei Conti tower collapsed in Rome's tourist district 👉 One man is trapped inside the tower 👉 Another worker was taken to hospital in a critical condition 👉 The tower has been closed to the public for many years and was undergoing conservation work 👉 Firefighters are working to rescue the trapped man

-- #LambertoGiannini #Ottaviano #Rome #RomanForum #Colosseum #world

THE STUNNING VIDEOS OF THE COLLAPSE OF A MEDIEVAL TOWER IN ROME

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✍️ A partial collapse of the Torre dei Conti, a 29-meter-tall ancient tower in Rome, occurred on November 3, 2025, with four workers rescued and one person injured.

👉 Partial collapse of the Torre dei Conti ancient tower in Rome 👉 Four workers rescued from the area 👉 One person seriously injured and remains trapped in the structure 👉 Second collapse occurred shortly after the first, with a large cloud of dust rising from the site 👉 Area cordoned off by security forces as a precautionary measure

-- #RobertoGualtieri,AlcaldedeRoma #Roma #Fororomano #Colosseum #PiazzaVenezia #world

IN FRONT OF THE CAMERAS, IN THE HEART OF ROME: AN 800-YEAR-OLD TOWER COLLAPSED NEAR THE COLOSSEUM DURING A RESCUE OPERATION.

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✍️ A medieval tower in Rome, built around 800 years ago, partially collapsed during renovation work, injuring several workers.

👉 The Torre dei Conti, a medieval tower in Rome, partially collapsed during renovation work. 👉 At least two workers were injured, one seriously, and another was trapped under the rubble. 👉 The tower has suffered damage from earthquakes in the past and had been abandoned for several years. 👉 The collapse occurred during a four-year renovation project, which was expected to be completed next year.

-- #Rome #TorredeiConti #Colosseum #world

RAVES AT ROME'S ANCIENT AMPHITHEATER? NEW COLOSSEUM DIRECTOR SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT

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✍️ The new director of Rome's Colosseum, Simone Quilici, aims to bring concerts and cultural events to the ancient amphitheater, but with a focus on preserving its cultural heritage and respecting its sacred space.

👉 Concerts will feature acoustic or jazz music, poetry readings, and theater productions 👉 The Colosseum will not host electronic dance music parties 👉 Quilici wants to create a more immersive experience for visitors by connecting the Colosseum to other nearby archaeological sites 👉 New access points and connections between sites will be created 👉 Traffic will be limited to restore life to the heart of Rome

-- #SimoneQuilici #Rome #Colosseum #RomanForum #PalatineHill #CircusMaximus #AppianWay #VaticanCity #travel

JAPANESE TOURIST DIES IN FALL FROM PANTHEON IN ROME

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✍️ A 69-year-old Japanese tourist died after falling from the outer wall of the Pantheon in Rome, Italy.

👉 A 69-year-old Japanese tourist died after falling from the outer wall of the Pantheon in Rome, Italy. 👉 The tourist was visiting Rome with his daughter and was sitting on the wall when he fell. 👉 Rescuers had to force open a gate to reach the tourist, who was pronounced dead at the scene. 👉 Rome police are investigating the incident.

-- #GrantPaterson #Rome #Pantheon #ViadellaPalombella #PiazzadellaRotonda #SpanishSteps #TreviFountain #Colosseum #world

WRC SWAPS SARDINIA FOR ROME AS HOME OF RALLY ITALY FROM 2027

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✍️ The World Rally Championship's Italian round will move to Rome from 2027, replacing Sardinia as the host, with Sardinia hosting the event in 2026.

👉 The WRC Italian round will move to Rome from 2027 👉 Sardinia will host the event in 2026 👉 Rome has held a round of the European Rally Championship since 2017 👉 The event will feature stages running alongside iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum 👉 Sardinia will switch to the ERC calendar in 2027

-- #SimonLarkin #Gen.TullioDelSette #Rome #Sardinia #Lazioregion #Colosseum #Fiuggi #Sanremo #sports

POPE HONORS 21ST CENTURY MARTYRS: CHRISTIANS KILLED BY ISLAMIC MILITANTS, MAFIAS, AMAZON RANCHERS

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✍️ Pope Leo XIV honored hundreds of Christians killed for their faith in the 21st century, praising their courage and lamenting the growing numbers of martyrs.

👉 Sister Dorothy Stang, an American nun, was gunned down in 2005 in a hit ordered by ranchers 👉 The Vatican has documented over 1,500 cases of Christian martyrs since 2000 👉 The commission has documented stories of Christians killed by criminal organizations or because their presence and defense of Christian principles was bothersome 👉 The complete list of names won't be released due to ongoing security concerns

-- #PopeLeoXIV #SisterDorothyStang #AndreaRiccardi #St.JohnPaulII #Rome #Colosseum #Amazon #Libya #SriLanka #Europe #religion

JD VANCE THINKS HE’S A KING, TOO

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✍️ J.D. Vance, a US official, has been taking luxury vacations and demanding special treatment, including having a river raised for his birthday boating trip and having public places closed for his private visits.

👉 Vance took a luxury vacation in England and had a helicopter buzzing overhead 👉 Locals reported feeling unsettled by authorities' demands for information about Vance's social media accounts 👉 Public places were closed for Vance's private visits, including the Colosseum, the Taj Mahal, and Disneyland 👉 Vance has also visited other locations, including Vermont, Greenland, Nantucket, and had a fatal visit with Pope Francis

-- #J.D.Vance #DonaldTrump #PopeFrancis #England #Vermont #Greenland #Nantucket #Colosseum #TajMahal #Disneyland #politics

HOMES OF ‘WORKING-CLASS ROMANS’ DISCOVERED DURING ROME METRO DIG

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✍️ Archaeologists have discovered the remains of homes from the early Roman empire in Rome's historic center while building an underground station.

👉 The remains of homes from the early Roman empire have been found in Rome's historic center 👉 The discovery was made while building an underground station at Piazza Venezia 👉 The relics are believed to date back to the late Roman republic and early empire 👉 The structure appears to be a multistorey complex that would have contained shops and homes lived in by imperial Rome's working class 👉 The discovery is seen as an extraordinary opportunity to learn about the historical topography of central Rome

-- #DanielaPorro #MartaBaumgartner #BenitoMussolini #Hadrian #Rome #PiazzaVenezia #Vatican #RomanForum #Colosseum #world

OUTDOOR WORKERS DEMAND PROTECTION AS CRUEL HEAT BAKES SOUTHERN EUROPE

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✍️ Southern Europe is experiencing extreme heat, leading to heat-related deaths and illnesses among outdoor workers, prompting labor unions to demand tougher regulations to protect workers from climate change.

👉 Heat wave in southern Europe has resulted in numerous heat-related deaths and illnesses 👉 Labor unions are pushing for stricter regulations to protect workers from climate change 👉 Street cleaners in Barcelona have been protesting the death of a 51-year-old worker who died from heatstroke 👉 Regulations for outdoor labor in Greece include mandatory breaks and heat-safety inspections

-- #MontseAguilar #AntoniaRodríguez #DianaGómez #ThomasSiamandas #MassimoDeFilippis #FrancescaDuimich #Barcelona #Spain #Greece #Athens #Rome #Colosseum #environment

CLAUDIA VILLAFAÑE PRESENTED A TRIP TO ITALY TO 'FOLLOW THE STEPS' OF DIEGO MARADONA: THE PRICE OF THE TOUR THAT GENERATED CONTROVERSY

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✍️ Claudia Villafañe, mother of Dalma and Gianinna Maradona, announced a tour in Italy for fans of Diego Maradona to follow his footsteps in the country, but the price generated controversy.

👉 9-day itinerary in Rome, Milan, and Naples 👉 Visits iconic locations in Maradona's life 👉 Football matches included in the itinerary 👉 Training grounds where Maradona used to train 👉 Emotional experience promised 👉 Price: $6,390 per person

-- #ClaudiaVillafañe #DiegoMaradona #DalmaMaradona #GianinnaMaradona #ChinaSanjuan #Rome #Milan #Naples #Vatican #Colosseum #StadiumDiegoA.Maradona #Socavó #entertainment

WARRIORS' BUDDY HIELD RECALLS THINKING MAXIMUS FROM 'GLADIATOR' WAS REAL IN HILARIOUS STORY FROM ITALY TRIP

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✍️ NBA player Buddy Hield visited the Colosseum in Rome, expecting to see Maximus from the movie 'Gladiator', but was disappointed to learn he was not real.

👉 Buddy Hield visited the Colosseum in Rome 👉 He was expecting to see Maximus from the movie 'Gladiator' 👉 Maximus is not a real person and the movie is not based on a true story 👉 Hield was disappointed to learn the truth

-- #BuddyHield #RussellCrowe #StephCurry #AlHorford #Italy #Rome #Colosseum #LasVegas #sports

WARRIORS' BUDDY HIELD EXPLAINS WHY COLOSSEUM VISIT LEFT HIM 'A LITTLE DISAPPOINTED'

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✍️ Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield shared his disappointment with his visit to the Colosseum in Rome, citing his expectation that Maximus from the movie 'Gladiator' was a real warrior.

👉 Buddy Hield visited the Colosseum in Rome 👉 He was disappointed with the experience 👉 He expected Maximus from 'Gladiator' to be a real warrior 👉 The Warriors won their NBA Summer League game against the Utah Jazz

-- #BuddyHield #PaulMescal #DenzelWashington #RussellCrowe #JoaquinPhoenix #Rome #Colosseum #Italy #sports

VIDEO | CHINA: A TOURIST ENTERED A RESTRICTED AREA OF A MUSEUM AND DESTROYED TWO STATUES OVER 2000 YEARS OLD.

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✍️ A 30-year-old tourist climbed over a railing and jumped into one of the pits at the Terracotta Army museum in Xi'an, China, causing damage to the exhibits. A similar incident occurred at the Colosseum in Rome, where a 47-year-old American tourist was seriously injured after trying to climb over a railing.

👉 Tourist climbed over railing at Terracotta Army museum in Xi'an, China 👉 Caused damage to exhibits 👉 Identified as Sun, 30 years old 👉 Reported to have a mental illness 👉 Incident is under investigation 👉 Similar incident occurred at Colosseum in Rome 👉 47-year-old American tourist seriously injured 👉 Tried to climb over railing 👉 Rushed to hospital and underwent surgery

-- #Sun #QinShiHuang #Xi'an #China #Rome #Colosseum #TerracottaArmymuseum #world

AN TOURIST GOT STUCK IN A RAILING OF THE COLOSSEUM AFTER CLIMBING IT TO GET A 'BETTER VIEW'

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✍️ A 47-year-old American tourist was seriously injured after getting stuck in a metal railing at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, while trying to climb it for a better view.

👉 A 47-year-old American tourist was seriously injured after getting stuck in a metal railing at the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. 👉 The tourist was trying to climb the railing for a better view when he lost his balance and was impaled. 👉 He suffered a deep wound and lost consciousness within minutes. 👉 Emergency services were quickly called, and an ambulance, police patrol, and financial police team responded to the scene. 👉 The tourist was stabilized at the scene and then taken to San Giovanni hospital, where he underwent surgery and received around 80 stitches.

-- #Colosseum #Rome #Taiwan #SanGiovannihospital #world

A TOURIST WAS IMPALED ON A GRILLE OF THE COLOSSEUM WHILE TRYING TO CLIMB IT TO TAKE A SELFIE

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✍️ A 47-year-old American tourist was severely injured after getting impaled on a metal railing at the Colosseum in Rome while trying to take a selfie.

👉 A 47-year-old American tourist was severely injured at the Colosseum in Rome 👉 He was impaled on a metal railing while trying to take a selfie 👉 He remained trapped for over 20 minutes before being rescued 👉 He underwent surgery and received over 80 stitches 👉 The exact circumstances of the accident are still unclear

-- #The47-year-oldAmericantourist #Rome #Colosseum #Taiwan #SanGiovanni #world

AMERICAN TOURIST REPORTEDLY IMPALED ON ROME'S COLOSSEUM FENCE AS DOZENS WATCH IN HORROR

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✍️ A 47-year-old American tourist visiting Rome impaled himself on a metal fence at the Colosseum, suffering a serious injury to his lower back.

👉 Tourist impaled himself on a metal fence at the Colosseum in Rome 👉 Suffered a serious injury to his lower back 👉 Was attempting to climb over the fence to get a better view 👉 Witnesses reported hearing him scream in pain 👉 Took over 20 minutes to remove him from the fence 👉 Hospitalized in serious condition after surgery

-- #SophiaCompton #Rome #Colosseum #Taiwan #Naples #VaticanCity #SantaMariaMaggiore #St.Peter'sBasilica #world

GIRO D'ITALIA CYCLING RACE TO GO INSIDE THE VATICAN'S WALLS IN HOMAGE TO POPE FRANCIS

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✍️ The Giro d'Italia will pay homage to the late Pope Francis by passing through the Vatican gardens during the final stage of the cycling race on June 1.

👉 The Giro d'Italia will pass through the Vatican gardens during the final stage on June 1 👉 Over 150 cyclists will pedal for three kilometers through the Vatican 👉 The event was originally planned to have Pope Francis signal the start of the final stage 👉 The Vatican has been expanding its presence in the sports world, including cycling and track teams

-- #PopeFrancis #MauroVegni #BishopPaulTighe #RienSchuurhuis #VaticanCity #St.Peter'sBasilica #SantaMartahotel #Rome #Colosseum #sports

CONCLAVE TO ELECT NEW POPE TO BEGIN ON 7 MAY, VATICAN SAYS

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✍️ The Vatican has announced that a secret conclave will take place next month to elect the next pope, following the death of Pope Francis.

👉 The conclave will start on May 7th 👉 135 cardinals from around the world will participate 👉 Voting will take place up to four times a day 👉 The voting process is secretive 👉 Cardinals will have no communication with the outside world until a new pope is elected

-- #PopeFrancis #MatteoBruni #GiovanniBattistaRe #Vatican #SistineChapel #StPeter'sBasilica #Rome #SantaMariaMaggioreBasilica #Colosseum #Forum #AltaredellaPatrianationalmonument #world

IMAGES OF POPE FRANCIS'S TOMB RELEASED

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✍️ Pope Francis's tomb at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome has been released, showing a single white rose on the stone tomb with a crucifix illuminated by a single spotlight.

👉 Pope Francis's tomb at the Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome has been released 👉 The tomb features a single white rose and a crucifix illuminated by a single spotlight 👉 Thousands of mourners have been filing past the tomb to pay their respects 👉 The church was a favorite of Pope Francis, who had a long-held affinity for it

-- #PopeFrancis #RosarioCorreale #MariaBrzezinska #AmayaMorris #CardinalGiovanniBattistaRe #DonaldTrump #VolodymyrZelensky #VladimirPutin #SantaMariaMaggiorechurch #Rome #Vatican #Colosseum #Terministation #world

WORLD BIDS FAREWELL TO POPE WHO TOLD PEOPLE TO 'BUILD BRIDGES, NOT WALLS'

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✍️ Pope Francis has been buried in Rome after a funeral ceremony and procession attended by hundreds of thousands of people and many heads of state.

👉 Pope Francis was buried in Rome after a funeral ceremony and procession 👉 The funeral was attended by hundreds of thousands of people and many heads of state 👉 The service was led by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re 👉 The Pope's commitment to migrants and peace was highlighted during the service 👉 The funeral procession was followed by a slow procession through Rome

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PHOTOS: MIGHTY AND MEEK SAY FAREWELL TO POPE FRANCIS AT HIS FUNERAL AND LAST POPEMOBILE RIDE

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✍️ Pope Francis' funeral was held in Vatican City, with world leaders and faithful gathered to bid farewell to the pope who was known for his concern for the marginalized and his wish to be remembered as a simple pastor.

👉 Pope Francis' funeral was held in Vatican City 👉 The funeral Mass was attended by over 250,000 people 👉 The service highlighted Francis' focus on the peripheries 👉 Prisoners and migrants welcomed his coffin at his final resting place 👉 World leaders, including US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, attended the funeral

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THE TOMB OF POPE FRANCIS IN SANTA MARÍA LA MAYOR WILL BE DESIGNED TO BE A PLACE OF CONTEMPLATION AND REFLECTION. THE TOMB WILL BE LOCATED IN THE APSE OF THE CHURCH, WHICH IS A SYMBOLIC LOCATION FOR THE POPE'S FINAL RESTING PLACE. THE DESIGN OF THE TOMB WILL BE SIMPLE AND MINIMALIST, WITH A FOCUS ON THE POPE'S LEGACY AND HIS MESSAGE OF LOVE AND COMPASSION. THE TOMB WILL BE MADE OF WHITE CARRARA MARBLE, WITH A SIMPLE CROSS ON TOP. THE INSCRIPTION ON THE TOMB WILL BE IN LATIN, WITH THE WORDS 'MISERERE MEI, DEUS' (HAVE MERCY ON ME, GOD) AND THE POPE'S COAT OF ARMS. THE TOMB WILL BE SURROUNDED BY A GLASS WALL, ALLOWING VISITORS TO SEE THE POPE'S FINAL RESTING PLACE FROM THE OUTSIDE. THE TRANSFER OF THE POPE'S REMAINS FROM ST. PETER'S BASILICA TO SANTA MARÍA LA MAYOR WILL BE A SOLEMN AND DIGNIFIED CEREMONY, WITH THE POPE'S COFFIN BEING CARRIED ON A HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE THROUGH THE STREETS OF ROME. THE CEREMONY WILL BE ATTENDED BY HIGH-RANKING CLERGY AND DIGNITARIES, AND WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE ON TELEVISION.

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✍️ The Vatican has revealed the tomb of Pope Francis, which will be placed in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, featuring a simple inscription and a reproduction of his pectoral cross, as per his testament.

👉 Pope Francis' tomb will be placed in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore 👉 The tomb features a simple inscription and a reproduction of his pectoral cross 👉 The funeral procession will take place on Saturday 👉 The public will be able to visit the tomb starting on Sunday 👉 The funeral will be the first of a pope outside the Vatican since 1903

-- #MatteoBruni #LambertoGiannini #RobertoMassucci #PopeFrancis #VaticanCity #Rome #BasilicaofSantaMariaMaggiore #BasilicaofSt.Peter #Colosseum #PiazzaVenezia #ForosImperiales #ViaLabicana #ViaMerulana #Esquilino #world

THE CHURCH POPE FRANCIS KEPT RETURNING TO - AND CHOSE AS HIS FINAL RESTING PLACE

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✍️ Pope Francis has chosen Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome as his final resting place, a decision that was revealed by the church's senior priest.

👉 Pope Francis has chosen Santa Maria Maggiore church in Rome as his final resting place 👉 The church is one of Rome's four major basilicas and is steeped in history 👉 The Pope had a special devotion to the Virgin Mary 👉 The Pope will be buried next to an icon of Mary that he loved

-- #PopeFrancis #RolandasMakrickas #SantaMariaMaggiore #Rome #StPeter'sSquare #Colosseum #Terministation #Esquilinoneighbourhood #religion

VISITING ROME AND THE VATICAN DURING THE POPE FRANCIS FAREWELL: WHAT TOURISTS SHOULD KNOW

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✍️ Rome prepares for a massive influx of tourists after the death of Pope Francis, with millions of pilgrims expected to flock to the city to pay their respects.

👉 Rome prepares for a massive influx of tourists after the death of Pope Francis 👉 Millions of pilgrims expected to flock to the city to pay their respects 👉 Authorities advise tourists to expect large crowds and to take precautions 👉 The Vatican City's attractions, including the Colosseum, will remain open 👉 Some areas may be restricted due to the large number of visitors

-- #Rome #VaticanCity #Colosseum #world

THE POPE DID NOT ATTEND THE WAY OF THE CROSS ON HOLY FRIDAY, BUT SENT A POWERFUL MESSAGE

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✍️ Pope Francis, still recovering from a recent illness, participated in the traditional Good Friday Vía Crucis at the Colosseum, where he delivered powerful meditations and criticized an 'inhumane economy'.

👉 Pope Francis participated in the traditional Good Friday Vía Crucis at the Colosseum 👉 He delivered powerful meditations that criticized an 'inhumane economy' 👉 He emphasized the importance of inclusivity and fraternity 👉 He called for peace and reconciliation

-- #PopeFrancis #JDVance #GiorgiaMeloni #BaldoReina #ClaudioGugerotti #PietroParolin #Roma #Colosseum #BasílicadeSanPedro #SantaMarta #ReginaCoeli #religion

THE POPE WAS ABSENT FROM THE HOLY THURSDAY CEREMONIES AND EVERYONE IS WONDERING IF HE WILL GIVE THE EASTER SUNDAY BLESSING

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✍️ Pope Francis did not attend the Via Crucis ceremony at the Colosseum on Good Friday due to health reasons, and instead delegated his presence to Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti.

👉 Pope Francis did not attend the Via Crucis ceremony due to health reasons 👉 Vice President James Vance and his family attended the ceremony 👉 The Pope has been advised to rest for two months after recovering from a bilateral pneumonia 👉 Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti led the ceremony 👉 The event was marked by a sense of solemnity and reverence

-- #PopeFrancis #CardinalClaudioGugerotti #JamesVance #GiorgiaMeloni #PietroParolin #RobertoPasolini #RanieroCantalamesa #UshaVance #Colosseum #VaticanCity #Rome #SanPedroBasilica #religion

JD VANCE ATTENDS GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE AT VATICAN WITH HIS FAMILY

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✍️ U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his family attended Good Friday services at the Vatican, where they joined a Celebration of the Passion of the Lord mass in St. Peter's Basilica.

👉 Vice President JD Vance and his family attended Good Friday services at the Vatican 👉 They joined a Celebration of the Passion of the Lord mass in St. Peter's Basilica 👉 Vance met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump 👉 The Vatican's liturgical celebrations will continue on Saturday with the Easter Vigil and an outdoor Easter Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square

-- #JDVance #UshaVance #GiorgiaMeloni #DonaldTrump #PopeFrancis #CardinalPietroParolin #VaticanCity #Rome #Italy #Colosseum #St.Peter'sBasilica #St.Peter'sSquare #world

RECOVERING POPE FRANCIS KEEPS HOLY WEEK APPOINTMENT TO VISIT ROME PRISON

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✍️ Pope Francis visited Rome's main prison on Holy Thursday, meeting with dozens of inmates and keeping his Easter season appointment despite recovering from a life-threatening bout of pneumonia.

👉 Pope Francis visited Rome's main prison on Holy Thursday 👉 He met with around 70 inmates and performed the annual Holy Thursday ritual of washing the feet of 12 people 👉 This visit is a clear sign of the importance he places on prison ministry and serving those on the margins 👉 Francis is slowly resuming his normal activities after recovering from a life-threatening bout of pneumonia

-- #PopeFrancis #CardinalDomenicoCalcagno #CardinalClaudioGugerotti #CardinalAngeloComastri #ElenaBeccalli #Rome #VaticanCity #Trastevere #St.Peter'sBasilica #St.MaryMajorbasilica #Gemellihospital #Colosseum #religion

VATICAN'S SOLEMN RUN-UP TO EASTER OPENS WITH RECOVERING POPE FRANCIS IMPROVING BUT ON THE SIDELINES

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✍️ Pope Francis is recovering from a life-threatening bout of double pneumonia and is expected to make some appearances during Holy Week, but will largely be on the sidelines as cardinals take over presiding over liturgical services.

👉 Pope Francis is recovering from a life-threatening bout of double pneumonia 👉 He is expected to make some appearances during Holy Week 👉 Cardinals will take over presiding over liturgical services 👉 Francis has delegated the demanding Holy Week liturgical celebrations to hand-picked cardinals 👉 The pope himself composed the meditations for the Via Crucis procession

-- #PopeFrancis #CardinalDomenicoCalcagno #CardinalClaudioGugerotti #CardinalAngeloComastri #ElenaBeccalli #VaticanCity #Rome #St.Peter'sBasilica #St.MaryMajorbasilica #Colosseum #religion

POPE FRANCIS NOT TO LEAD PRE-EASTER RITUALS, SERVICE ON APRIL 20

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✍️ Pope Francis will not lead pre-Easter rituals and the Easter Service on Saint Peter's Square due to his ongoing recovery from pneumonia.

👉 Pope Francis will not lead pre-Easter rituals and Easter Service on Saint Peter's Square 👉 He has delegated responsibilities to cardinals 👉 He may appear to perform a blessing during the Easter Service 👉 The Pope's condition is gradually improving 👉 He is still undergoing oxygen therapy and physical therapy

-- #PopeFrancis #TheVatican #SaintPeter'sSquare #Colosseum #world

ENTRIES TO THE ROMAN COLOSSEUM: AN ILLEGAL TICKET RESALE SYSTEM IS UNCOVERED AFTER 27 YEARS

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✍️ The Italian authorities have fined Coopculture and six tour operators a total of 20 million euros for manipulating the ticket sales system for the Colosseum, Rome's most visited monument.

👉 Coopculture and six tour operators fined 20 million euros for manipulating ticket sales 👉 Investigation found automated programs and bots were used to buy tickets in bulk 👉 Tickets were resold at higher prices, creating a parallel market 👉 Tourists were forced to buy tickets at inflated prices or miss out on visiting the Colosseum 👉 New ticketing system requires buyers to provide name and ID

-- #AlessandroOnorato #Roma #Colosseum #politics

KING SPEAKS IN ITALIAN DURING ROME PARLIAMENT SPEECH

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✍️ King Charles delivered a speech in Italian to the Italian Parliament, urging democracies to stand together in troubled times.

👉 King Charles delivered a speech in Italian to the Italian Parliament 👉 He urged democracies to stand together in troubled times 👉 The King spoke of the long history between the UK and Italy 👉 He emphasized the importance of reinforcing the military partnership between the two countries 👉 The King and Queen celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary during the visit

-- #KingCharles #QueenCamilla #GiorgiaMeloni #EdSheeran #Italy #Rome #PalazzoMontecitorio #VillaDoriaPamphili #QuirinalePalace #Colosseum #BuckinghamPalace #world

SCOTTISH TOURIST DIES IN ROME HOSPITAL AFTER SUSPECTED GAS EXPLOSION

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✍️ A Scottish tourist, Grant Paterson, has died from severe burns sustained in a suspected gas explosion at a building in Rome, Italy.

👉 Grant Paterson, a 54-year-old Scottish tourist, died from severe burns sustained in a suspected gas explosion in Rome, Italy. 👉 The explosion occurred on March 23 in a three-storey centuries-old building in the Monteverde district. 👉 Paterson was pulled out from beneath the rubble and taken to Rome's Saint'Eugenio hospital, where he underwent several operations. 👉 The mayor of Rome and Italy's tourism minister have offered condolences to Paterson's family. 👉 The safety of tourists is an absolute priority, and the tourism ministry has introduced specific measures regarding safety and fire prevention.

-- #GrantPaterson #RobertoGualtieri #DanielaSantanchè #DianeBurke #Rome #Monteverde #EastKilbride #SouthLanarkshire #TreviFountain #Pantheon #Colosseum #world

ROME UNVEILED THE FOUR MARBLE MAPS PLACED IN 1932 BY BENITO MUSSOLINI

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✍️ Roma has unveiled four large marble maps that illustrate its evolution and expansion from its foundation to the peak of its empire, which were previously covered since 2013.

👉 Four large marble maps illustrate Rome's evolution and expansion 👉 Maps show Rome's development from its foundation to the peak of its empire 👉 Maps were originally placed by Benito Mussolini in 1932 👉 Maps were covered since 2013 due to construction work 👉 Unveiling of the maps is a significant event for tourists and locals alike

-- #BenitoMussolini #Roma #ViadeiFori #Colosseum #PlazaVenecia #world

NEW RESTORATION BRINGS FRESH LIGHT TO ST. PETER'S BASILICA

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✍️ Pope Francis will celebrate Christmas Eve midnight Mass in a restored St. Peter's Basilica, part of preparations for the 2025 Jubilee Year.

👉 St. Peter's Basilica has been restored ahead of the 2025 Jubilee Year 👉 The restoration includes Bernini's Baldachin and the Chair of St. Peter 👉 The Vatican has created a digital replica of the basilica using AI 👉 Security measures have been increased in response to recent security concerns

-- #PopeFrancis #FatherEnzoFortunato #ChrisLivesay #Vatican #Rome #St.Peter'sBasilica #Colosseum #TreviFountain #religion

ROME IS PREPARING FOR MASSIVE CELEBRATIONS: WARNINGS FOR TOURISTS DUE TO A SUDDEN SURGE IN VISITORS

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✍️ Rome is preparing for a massive influx of tourists in 2025, with millions expected to visit the city during the Holy Year, also known as Jubilee. The Vatican has announced that 35 million people are expected to visit Rome during the year, nearly three times the number of tourists the city hosted in 2023.

👉 35 million people expected to visit Rome during the Holy Year 👉 Nearly three times the number of tourists the city hosted in 2023 👉 Vatican taking steps to ensure safety and security of visitors 👉 Increased police presence and security cameras 👉 Many tourists planning to visit iconic landmarks, including the Colosseum and Vatican City

-- #Rome #VaticanCity #Colosseum #Natzrat #Bethlehem #Jerusalem #travel

VIDEO/PERSIAN GULF ON THE MAPS OF ANCIENT ROME ON THE COLOSSEUM WALLS

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✍️ The article shares images of the Gulf of Persia (Persian Gulf) in ancient Roman maps on the walls of the Colosseum in Italy.

-- #MasoumianNizhad #Italy #PersianGulf #Colosseum #world

WANDA NARA AND L-GANTE ARRIVED IN ROME WITH THE CHILDREN OF THE DRIVER AND SHOWED WHICH WAS THE FIRST PLACE THEY VISITED

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✍️ Wanda Nara celebrates her 38th birthday with a party in Santa Bárbara, then travels to Italy with her partner L-Gante and their three children to visit their father, Maxi López, in Rome.

👉 Wanda Nara celebrates her 38th birthday with a party in Santa Bárbara 👉 She travels to Italy with her partner L-Gante and their three children to visit their father, Maxi López, in Rome 👉 They visit famous landmarks such as the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain 👉 They stop by the Vatican and take photos together 👉 Wanda Nara shares photos of their trip on social media

-- #WandaNara #L-Gante #MaxiLópez #MauroIcardi #VerónicaLozano #DonatodeSantis #Marley #MaruBotana #Karina'LaPrincesita'Tejeda #JésicaCirio #AndrésNara #NoraColossimo #Zaira #SantaBárbara #Rome #Italy #Colosseum #TreviFountain #Vatican #BasilicaofSt.Peter #entertainment

'NO PLACE LIKE ROME': WATCH PAUL MESCAL DEFY GRAVITY IN 'GLADIATOR II' MUSICAL ON 'SNL'

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✍️ The article mentions a character from Ridley Scott's historical epic who aspired to be known by his name.

-- #RidleyScott #Colosseum #entertainment

AN AIRBNB EVENT AT THE COLOSSEUM OFFENDS MANY ROMANS WHO BELIEVE IT DEGRADES A CULTURAL ICON

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✍️ A plan by the Colosseum and Airbnb to offer a select group of people the opportunity to learn the art of gladiatorial combat has sparked outrage among many Romans who feel it degrades a precious cultural icon.

👉 The Colosseum and Airbnb will offer a select group of people the opportunity to learn the art of gladiatorial combat 👉 The project has been criticized by many Romans and cultural leaders 👉 The plan has sparked concerns about the impact it may have on the city's housing market 👉 Airbnb has donated $1.5 million to the project

-- #MassimilianoSmeriglio #FedericoMollicone #GiorgiaMeloni #FabrizioNizi #VivianaPiccirilliDiCapua #MassimilianoTonelli #AndreaBuccolini #DarioBattaglia #RidleyScott #ElonMusk #MarkZuckerberg #Roma #Colosseum #Nimes #Barcelona #Athenas #politics

THAT’S RIGHT, RIDLEY SCOTT PUT SHARKS IN THE COLOSSEUM

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✍️ Ridley Scott's Gladiator II is a sequel that takes the original's sword-and-sandal blockbuster formula to new heights, with more heroes, villains, and epic battles.

👉 Twice as many heroes and villains as the original 👉 Menagerie of animals in the arena, including sharks and rhinos 👉 Visceral fight scenes and memorable performances 👉 Complex plot with shadowy conspiracies and cunning characters 👉 Pure spectacle and a sense of excess

-- #RidleyScott #RussellCrowe #DenzelWashington #PaulMescal #ConnieNielsen #PedroPascal #JosephQuinn #FredHechinger #JoaquinPhoenix #Rome #Numidia #Colosseum #entertainment

FILM 'GLADIATOR 2'... THE RETURN OF 'THE GLADIATOR'

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✍️ The article discusses the upcoming sequel to the film Gladiator, directed by Ridley Scott, which follows the story of Lucius and his father Maximus as they continue their struggle to restore Rome's honor.

👉 The sequel to Gladiator is directed by Ridley Scott 👉 The film follows the story of Lucius and his father Maximus 👉 The story takes place in ancient Rome during the Roman Empire 👉 The film features a mix of traditional and modern elements 👉 The sequel will continue the story of the first film

-- #RidleyScott #RussellCrowe #PaulMescal #PedroPascal #DenzelWashington #FreddieHighmore #JosephQuinn #ConnieNielsen #DavidScarpa #PeterCraig #MarcusAurelius #Commodus #Lucius #Maximus #Rome #Colosseum #entertainment

GREAT MOVIES CAN PLAY FAST AND LOOSE WITH HISTORY. BUT NOT GLADIATOR II WITH ITS RHINOS AND CAFE CULTURE | CHARLOTTE HIGGINS

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✍️ The article discusses the historical accuracy of the movie Gladiator II and how it compares to the original Gladiator. The author, Charlotte Higgins, criticizes the new movie for its inaccuracies and lack of coherence.

👉 The trailer for Gladiator II was subject to scrutiny for its historical inaccuracies 👉 The movie's depiction of ancient Rome is inaccurate 👉 The filmmakers' attempts to add historical accuracy to the film fall short 👉 The movie's plot is incoherent and lacks coherence 👉 The characters in the movie are poorly developed and lack motivation 👉 The movie's depiction of the Colosseum, the Roman emperors, and the gladiatorial games is inaccurate

-- #RidleyScott #CharlotteHiggins #MaryBeard #KeithHopkins #DenzelWashington #FredHechinger #PaulMescal #MarcusAurelius #Caracalla #SeptimiusSeverus #JuliaDomna #JohnnyRotten #LawrenceAlma-Tadema #Tacitus #Calgacus #Rome #Colosseum #Mauretania #China #Libya #Syria #Europe #mainstream #entertainment

OUTRAGE ENSUES IN ROME OVER AIRBNB'S GLADIATOR 'BATTLES' COMING TO COLOSSEUM

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✍️ A travel blogger and content creator has sparked controversy by saying that social media and cell phones have made travel 'disappointing' experiences, turning vacations into photo ops instead of actual experiences.

👉 Travel blogger says social media and cell phones have made travel 'disappointing' experiences 👉 Vacations have turned into photo ops instead of actual experiences 👉 The blogger's statement has sparked a debate about the impact of social media on travel 👉 The controversy has also led to a discussion about the role of technology in shaping our experiences

-- #Thetravelbloggerandcontentcreator(namenotmentioned) #EnzoFoschi,citycouncillorfromthecentre-LeftDemocraticParty #MassimilianoSmeriglio,citycouncilorinchargeofculture #DenzelWashington,actor #PaulMescal,actor #Rome #Italy #Colosseum #neutral #travel

GLADIATOR KNIFE HANDLE FOUND IN TYNE ‘REFLECTS SPREAD OF ROMAN CELEBRITY CULTURE’

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✍️ A rare and well-preserved gladiator memorabilia, a copper alloy figurine, has been found in the River Tyne and will go on display in 2025, providing insight into the 2,000-year-old culture of celebrity and sex appeal.

👉 Rare and well-preserved gladiator memorabilia found in the River Tyne 👉 Figurine would have been a decorative handle on a folding knife 👉 Provides proof of the celebrity culture of gladiators in the Roman empire 👉 Successful gladiators became celebrities and had sex appeal 👉 Handle will be displayed at Corbridge Roman Town in 2025

-- #FrancesMcIntosh #RidleyScott #RussellCrowe #PaulMescal #KathleenColeman #RiverTyne #Corbridge #Northumberland #Hadrian'sWall #CorbridgeRomanTown #Colosseum #mainstream #history

AIRBNB USERS WILL PLAY GLADIATORS IN ROME'S COLOSSEUM UNDER $1.5-MILLION SPONSORSHIP DEAL

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✍️ Airbnb has partnered with the Colosseum to host gladiator fights for the first time in 2,000 years, as part of a sponsorship deal to promote conscious tourism.

👉 Airbnb partners with the Colosseum to host gladiator fights for the first time in 2,000 years 👉 Sponsorship deal aims to promote 'a more conscious tourism' 👉 Eight Airbnb users and their plus-ones will participate in faux gladiator fights 👉 Fights will take place after the Colosseum's closing time on May 7-8 👉 Deal is part of a larger effort to finance projects at the Colosseum Archaeological Park

-- #AlfonsinaRusso #RidleyScott #Rome #Colosseum #Italy #mainstream #entertainment

HE IS A HISTORIAN AND EXPLAINS WHY GLADIATOR II IS A 'NONSENSE' OF HOLLYWOOD

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✍️ The article discusses the historical inaccuracies in Ridley Scott's movie Gladiator II, with a professor of classics criticizing the film for its depiction of ancient Rome.

👉 Historical inaccuracies in Gladiator II 👉 Professor Shadi Bartsch criticizes the film 👉 Depiction of a flooded Colosseum with sharks 👉 Presence of rhinoceroses in ancient Rome 👉 Portrayal of ancient Roman daily life

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