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Rome is the capital of Italy. It played a major role in European history as the seat of the Roman Empire, and is regarded as one of the cradles of Western civilization.

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Film still from 'Galdiator II': Two actors dressed as gladiators battle, a sword flies between them.

Gladiators: The Colosseum as predecessor of reality TV?

Gladiators: The Colosseum as predecessor of reality TV?

As "Gladiator II" hits cinemas, we look into the parallels between the ancient Roman tradition and reality TV shows.
CultureNovember 13, 2024
A couple takes pictures in front of the Trevi Fountain in Rome, using a selfie-stick. 

The Eternal City: Is Rome as stunning as Instagram claims?

The Eternal City: Is Rome as stunning as Instagram claims?

Around 35 million tourists visit Rome each year. Can you still enjoy it?
TravelAugust 26, 202404:29 min
A seagull stands next to a garbage can on the streets of Rome

Rome aims to expel seagulls — with hawks

Rome aims to expel seagulls — with hawks

The Italian capital is standing up to cheeky seagulls, using birds of prey to scare them away.
Nature and EnvironmentAugust 11, 202402:05 min
Two men with graying beards stand in a kitchen

Chef brothers maintain Rome's culinary traditions

Chef brothers maintain Rome's culinary traditions

In Rome, dishes such as deep-fried sheep brains aren't just a tradition — they're considered a delicacy.
LifestyleJune 29, 202402:09 min
Ancient frescoes in Pompeii depicting mythological characters Helen and Paris according to a Greek inscription

Pompeii excavations reveal sensational finds

Pompeii excavations reveal sensational finds

Recent archaeological excavations in Pompeii have revealed a banquet hall with fantastic frescoes.
CultureJune 6, 20246 images
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Italy: Underground Rome

Italy: Underground Rome

Rome has a parallel underground world where Jewish catacombs were recently found by chance.
SocietyApril 25, 202402:20 min
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Rome's Pantheon

How ancient Rome's concrete recipe can help lower emissions

Self-healing concrete was ancient Rome's wonder material. Can we use it to create more sustainable concrete today?
ScienceJanuary 6, 2023
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