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'Enter the arena': Roman restoration project reveals secret 'Commodus Passage' in Colosseum

Want to walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors? Now you can because an ancient secret passageway in Rome's Colosseum used exclusively by emperors is now open to the public for the first time since its construction almost 2,000 years ago.

Euronews

Roman amphitheatre older than Colosseum gets accessible facelift for Winter Paralympics

The conversion of the Arena di Verona, which will host the Paralympics opening ceremony, includes the addition of a lift and toilets to a structure older than the Colosseum

The Guardian - UK

‘A modern-day Colosseum’: Birmingham City unveil 62,000-capacity stadium plans

Birmingham City’s stadium is planned to feature 12 chimney-like towers and club chair Tom Wagner sees it as ‘a beacon for excellence’

The Guardian - UK

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Manslaughter inquiry opened after death of worker in Rome tower collapse

Contractor was trapped for 11 hours under fallen masonry at medieval landmark near the Colosseum

The Guardian - UK

Colosseum director speaks out over rave claims

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The Independent UK

Will you be able to attend a rave at Rome’s Colosseum? Its director reveals all

The man in charge of the Colosseum has set the record straight

The Independent UK

This Natural Stone Is the Minimalist's Secret Weapon for Designing a Bathroom or Kitchen — And It's So Much More Exciting Than Marble

First the Colosseum, and now your bathroom... there's nowhere this striking stone wouldn't fit in, our experts share how they'd style it

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Secret Colosseum tunnel used by Roman emperors reopens after nearly 2,000 years

It is believed Emperor Commodus survived an assassination attempt while walking through the tunnel

The Independent UK

Once-secret Emperor Commodus' passage to Rome Colosseum opens to public for the first time

For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, visitors to Rome’s Colosseum can walk through a hidden imperial passage

The Independent UK

"It's going to be an incredible night for all the fans!": Def Leppard announce 2026 European tour with brand new show

News of Def Leppard's plans for next year breaks as they gear up for their only UK show of 2025

Louder

Colosseum tour guide dies after collapsing in amphitheatre

Giovanna Maria Giammarino, 56, died during a scorching shift at the Colosseum on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Italian guide collapses and dies while leading Colosseum tour in searing heat

Rome tour guides call for attractions’ opening hours to be reviewed after death of Giovanna Maria Giammarino

The Guardian - UK

Warriors' Buddy Hield Reveals Hilarious Reason He Was Disappointed in Trip to Colosseum

It has to do with "Gladiator."

Sports Illustrated

Gladiator II to Garbo: Where Did You Go? The seven best films to watch on TV this week

Paul Mescal takes the lead in Ridley Scott’s epic return to the Colosseum, plus a beguiling documentary about the screen star who came from a Stockholm slum then became the most famous female star in Hollywood

The Guardian - UK

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American Tourist Impaled at Roman Colosseum After Climbing Fence for Selfie

An American tourist was impaled in the Roman Colosseum after trying to climb a fence for a selfie, the 47-year-old was trying to get a better angle when he fell into the spikes falling unconscious, he was stuck for more than 20 minutes until the paramedics got him out of…

The Independent UK

What it’s like to visit Rome ahead of conclave

This year is already one of the busiest for tourists in Rome, but as the city mourns Pope Francis’ passing and prepares for a historic conclave, Robyn Wilson finds there are sill moments calm at historic sites – and gastronomic delights aplenty

Evening Standard

King hails ‘brilliant’ restoration of the Colosseum during state visit to Rome

Charles and Camilla marvelled at the near 2,000-year-old Colosseum on the eve of their 20th wedding anniversary.

The Independent UK

King and Queen join tourists on visit to Colosseum

Charles and Camilla were welcomed to Rome by Italian President Sergio Mattarella.

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Euronews

Italy fines Roman Colosseum ticketing agencies €20m for practices that forced tourists to pay more

Ticketing agencies made it almost impossible to purchase standard-price entry to Italy's most popular tourist attraction.

The Guardian - UK

Main ticket seller and six tour companies fined £17m for Colosseum price-fixing

Illegal practices included use of bots to hoard tickets for attraction in Rome for resale at inflated prices

The Independent UK

Rome tourists being forced to buy more expensive tickets for main tourist attraction

Companies have been fined €20 million for practices that made it ‘impossible’ for visitors to buy basic tickets online

Pedestrian.tv

Remember When Elon Musk & Mark Zuckerberg Wanted To Have A Punch On At The Colosseum?

From threats of a punch on to a literal dick measuring contest, this story is my Lord Of The Rings.

International Business Times

Cheltenham Festival Retains Its Magic Despite Spectator Decline

Crowds may have declined in the past two years but for those with runners at jumps racing's most prestigious meeting the atmosphere at the Cheltenham Festival is like being in "the Colosseum" trainer Jamie Snowden told AFP. The deafening 'Cheltenham Roar' from spectators gets its first rendition on Tuesday and…

The Independent UK

Gladiator 2: The incredible true history of Colosseum water battles

Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator 2’ has been accused of peddling ‘total Hollywood bulls***’, but many aspects of the film are backed up by historical record

Fortune

Airbnb's Colosseum promotion fails to entertain Roman officials

Romans are not entertained.

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