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Forget stuffy school lessons, Rome attracts even the most reluctant history buff
Easily the closest thing you’ll ever get to a time machine.

Rome isn’t just disappointing – the city is an absolute mess
Telegraph: “A bingo card of disappointments.”

Italy bans Airbnb key boxes for self-check-ins
Authorities now argue that it is unsafe to let guests do self-check-in.

Gladiator II review: Leave history in the history books and just enjoy gladiators fighting sharks
Karl Puschmann thanks the gods for the film's wild historical inaccuracies.

Romans denounce Airbnb’s gladiator experience at the Colosseum
Airbnb is giving people a chance to role-play as gladiators as part of a film promotion.

Trevi Fountain restrictions: Walkway to limit visitors, fee expected next year
Access to the monument will be limited while it is cleaned, but charges may soon apply.

Man arrested in Rome over 1977 Melbourne cold-case murders
Suzanne Armstrong and Susan Bartlett were found dead with multiple stab wounds.

'Everyone was screaming’: Plane plunges 200m and injures two
'We thought we were going to die,' said one passenger.

Why Rome is going to get even busier in 2025
Rome is expecting 32 million visitors next year because of this one event.

How much? A price guide to the world's most popular cities
From London to New York, which cities are going to cost you the most?

Climate mitigation work in Pompeii makes stunning discovery
Heavy rainfall and intense heat are threatening the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Expert reveals how to spot a 'tourist trap' restaurant in Italy
The Italy travel consultant shares four 'red flags' to avoid.

This man vanished without trace – and the only clue is a pair of trousers
His wife asked him to take out the rubbish - she never saw him again.

Mfat spent $43k sending staff to IT conference in Rome
Staff accepted freebies from the vendor, who was submitting on a ministry tender.

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Enjoy the heat around the world with trips to beaches and more.

'Shameful': Obese murderer freed after weight soars to 200kg
Since going to jail, Dimitri Fricano’s weight has soared from 120kg to 200kg.

How often do you think about the Rome? Italy sees benefits of bizarre TikTok trend
Are you not entertained?

Matt Heath: It’s no surprise the Roman Empire is trending on TikTok
Matt Heath on the Roman Empire's popularity on TikTok.

Luxury v squalor as Rome slips into degradation
New York Times: Streets overflow with garbage, while hotels shine with ornate gold.

Ask your husband how often he thinks about the Roman Empire – the answer might surprise you
A viral social media post has revealed the hidden obsession of men the world over...

Eataly: A foodie's guide to authentic Italian dining
Cream-free Carbonara and other Roman revolutions on a plate.