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HISTORICAL FACTS: 3 - The Untold Story

Did Romans really fight rhinos? Sports historian explains the truth behind the battle scenes in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II

In the trailer for Ridley Scott’s hotly anticipated sequel to Gladiator (2000), a new gladiator (played by Paul Mescal) goes to battle in “the greatest temple Rome ever built – the Colosseum”.

The Conversation

The new Gladiator 2 trailer just confirmed Lucius is Maximus' son, and Paul Mescal has the perfect reaction

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Total Film

Rome's 1,700-year-old Constantine Arch damaged in lightning strike

Lightning has struck Rome's Constantine Arch near the Colosseum during a violent thunderstorm, loosening fragments from the ancient structure.

Evening Standard

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Lightning damages Rome’s famous tourist attraction as freak storm hits

The freak weather was a so-called ‘downburst’, Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri said

The Independent UK

Civ7 is coming in February — to celebrate, I created 7 images of ancient cities in Midjourney

Civilization 7 is coming out in February 2025, and to mark the release of the first gameplay reveal, I used AI to recreate 7 ancient cities.

Tom’s Guide

Rally Di Roma outlines project to secure WRC

Rally di Roma Capitale has its sights set on joining the World Rally Championship in the future with organisers “working hard” to elevate the event to rallying’s top-flight.The Italian asphalt rally, that begins in the nation’s capital city Rome, has been steadily growing in stature having earned a place on…

Autosport

Rampant slaughter! Sexy armour! Tiger maulings! We bust the gladiator myths

As Those About to Die brings swords and sandals back to the screen, the ‘Colosseum consultant’ who advises all the epic productions about accuracy tells us why he is ‘paid to be ignored’

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Those About to Die: the gory true story behind Prime Video’s new gladiatorial epic

How much is true, and how much of it is taking a healthy slice of historic liberty?

Evening Standard

Those About To Die cast: who's who in the Roman saga

Meet the stars who make up the Those About To Die cast

WhatToWatch

Gladiator 2 trailer makes a splash, begging the question: did the Colosseum really have naval battles?

The Gladiator 2 trailer amps up the spectacle, but how historically accurate is it? We take a quick look.

WhatToWatch

Epic first Gladiator 2 trailer sees Paul Mescal fight Pedro Pascal, a rhino, and a Colosseum full of sharks

Here's your breakdown of the Gladiator 2 trailer

Total Film

Giro d'Italia: Tadej Pogačar glides to overall glory while Tim Merlier conquers sprint in Rome

Merlier outsprints Jonathan Milan despite dramatic return to the front of the peloton after late mechanical

Cycling News

Work on new Rome subway line under the Colosseum and Forum enters crucial phase

A long-delayed and complex project to bring a subway line under ancient Roman ruins and through Rome’s historic center has entered a crucial phase

The Independent UK

Queensland police fatally shoot man at rest area south of Gladstone

An unidentified man is dead after the police shooting at Colosseum on Monday morning

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Meloni Restores Tax Breaks After Farmer Protests Reach Colosseum

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Italian farmers associations Friday after weeks of demonstrations across the country and promised to reinstate a limited tax break.

The Independent UK

New archaeological museum contains original marble map from Ancient Rome

Visitors can walk over the map in the museum in the Italian capital

International Business Times

Ancient Roman Home With 'Unparalleled' Mosaic Found In Italy

Italian archaeologists have uncovered a luxurious Roman home near the Colosseum, boasting an "unparalleled" mosaic featuring shells, marble and precious glass, the culture ministry said Tuesday.

USA Today Sports Media Group

A March Madness graphic mixing Star Wars and ancient Rome led to so many jokes

Why are they on speeders? Why is the Colosseum in the desert? Why are they not going to Glendale?

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The Independent UK

From seasonal foodventures to stunning spas: 5 city breaks to spoil yourselves with

Discover the best city breaks to book now for the perfect seasonal getaway

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Symbiosis of tabloids and TV’s Big Brother

Letter: Peter Burden imagines a modern version of Christians being eaten by lions in the Colosseum

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Rome Colosseum bookshop design is based on a light, modular system

The bookshops at Rome’s Colosseum are part of Migliore+Servetto’ new concept for Italian publishing house Electa

The Guardian - UK

Colosseum review – a barnstorming spectacle of blood, guts and gladiators

This rollicking journey through the history of the Roman empire’s epic amphitheatre is as fascinating and gory as it is educational. Are you not entertained? I certainly am

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: horrific tales of brutality and bloodlust in ancient Rome

Talking heads and reconstructions bring history to life in Colosseum. Plus, how 1970s supermarkets fuelled the craze for convenience food. Here’s what to watch this evening

Evening Standard

Adele breaks down in tears as she reveals gender of couple’s unborn child live on Las Vegas stage

‘I’m so happy for you!’ the star said after breaking down in tears on stage at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace

The Guardian - UK

Musk says proposed Zuckerberg cage fight to be held at ‘epic location’ in Italy

X owner in talks with government over historic site for event – though Colosseum and Rome ruled out

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