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Elon Musk to fight Mark Zuckerberg in ‘ancient Roman setting’
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Tourist’s 'deeply embarrassing' excuse for defacing Colosseum
The man issued a publicly after a five-day manhunt from Italian Police.
Rome's ancient wonder is ending free admission
The attraction will now see tourists paying for a ticket - some visitors are exempt.
Manhunt on for tourist who 'defaced' the Colosseum
A local news site has revealed the words he carved into the ancient walls.
Sacred spot where Julius Caesar was stabbed opens to the public
Four temples from ancient Rome have been opened to the public for the first time.
Aussie warns women what not to wear in Rome
The unlucky tourist was banned from several iconic buildings and attractions.
Pope Francis in hospital with 'respiratory infection'
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Iconic religious attraction in Rome to start charging visitors
You'll soon need your wallet to visit this famous building.
Fake Roman ‘gladiators’ arrested for aggressive tourist trap
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