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Italy moves to ban horse-drawn tourist carriages in Rome and other art cities

On Wednesday afternoon Italy’s Chamber of Deputies saw the introduction of a bill which, if passed, would ban "botticelle", the traditional horse-drawn tourist carriages, especially common in Rome.

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Italian military and police march in Rome over pay dispute

Thousands of members of the security and defence forces demonstrated on Saturday, urging the government to tackle the economic crisis and guarantee greater protection for workers engaged in defending the State.

Cinema

Rome organising open air film screenings to deal with heatwave

As part of a city initiative, Rome is inviting residents to watch films at more than 50 outdoor cinemas to help them cope with the ongoing heatwave. The programme features a mix of new releases and classic films.

Destinations

London vs Paris vs Rome: How they compare for a European city break

London, Paris and Rome have been captivating visitors for centuries, but each offers something different. From cultural icons and culinary highlights to transport links and hotel prices, here's how the three European tourism heavyweights compare for a city break.

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Italy: melting ice statues protest heatwave conditions in Rome

Greenpeace Italy and the CGIL union melted ice statues outside Rome's Colosseum on 15 July 2026. The protest highlighted the impact of heatwaves on outdoor workers and called for a fossil fuel phase-out.

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Egypt, 18 ancient tombs found with ‘golden tongue’ burial rite

New excavations at Marina El Alamein, ancient Leukaspis, reveal 18 Ptolemaic and Roman tombs with rare amulets and gold sheets used in “golden tongue” rites, enriching Mediterranean archaeology.

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80 vials of fentanyl stolen from Rome hospital

80 vials have disappeared from the capital's Jewish hospital pharmacy, with no sign of a break‑in. The synthetic opioid, 100 times stronger than morphine and a national emergency in North America, sparks an emergency meeting at Palazzo Chigi.

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Try the Roman Empire's version of Google Maps

A digital tool lets users explore the Roman Empire’s road network and, using historical data, estimate how long journeys between cities took 2,000 years ago.

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Water cannons cool tourists at Rome's Colosseum amid heatwave

Tourists at Rome's Colosseum cool off with water spray and bottled water as civil protection teams respond to temperatures approaching 40C.

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Frozen feasts and cool pools help Rome zoo animals survive heatwave

As a severe heatwave grips Italy, Rome's Bioparco is helping its animals stay cool with frozen treats, chilled pools and climate-controlled shelters while the capital remains under a red heat alert.

Travel News

Rome airports could suspend EES checks to avoid summer travel chaos

There have already been calls to put the system on hold and airports requiring extra security to manage queues.

Moments

A ‘cats of Rome’ running tour has just launched

You’ll visit sights like the Colosseum and Pyramid of Cestius, passing by feline colonies along the way.

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€44 for two ice creams in Rome, what would you do?

Near Piazza Navona in Rome, a US tourist couple were charged €44 for two ice creams eaten at the counter, sparking online anger over 'tourist trap' prices.

Destinations

Orient Express launches new route – but it doesn’t come cheap

More than 140 years after the original Orient Express captivated travellers, a new luxury rail route will carry passengers from Rome to Istanbul for five days of Michelin-starred dining and classic European scenery, with tickets starting at €20,000.

Destinations

Revealed: The world’s best walking cities

Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.

Culture news

The earliest known English poem has been found in an unexpected place

A 9th-century manuscript held in Rome has revealed the earliest known Old English poem, Caedmon’s Hymn, hidden within a copy of Bede’s Ecclesiastical History of the English People.

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Pope in Pompeii one year after election: 'So many Christians offend God'

The Pontiff is on a pastoral visit to Campania, where he relaunched the call for peace that had marked the first words of his papacy. "The disarming and disarming peace" of a year ago in St Peter's Square became a prayer: "May God enlighten those who have responsibility for government".

Vatican

US underlines 'strong' Vatican ties after Rubio meets pope

Rubio's visit comes after US President Trump accused the pope of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy" after he made critical comments about the Iran war.

Earth News

Rome reconnects with its historic Colosseum olive oil production

There are about 2,200 farms within the city limits of Italy’s capital alone, making it the largest agricultural municipality in Europe.

Culture news

Rome Colosseum renovation reveals structures hidden for centuries

Visitors to Rome's Colosseum now have a new chance to step back into history thanks to a renovation project that's unearthed several entrance columns that have been buried for hundreds of years.