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'The Romans were probably never going to go away': In new 'Almost History' podcast, listen to how history might have played out if Carthage had defeated the Roman Republic

A new podcast from All About History magazine dives into an alternate reality of what may have happened during the famous battles between Carthage and Rome.

LiveScience

Vespa celebrates 80 years with a grand parade in Rome

Thousands of enthusiasts took to Rome’s streets to mark the Vespa’s 80th anniversary, with 160 models on show tracing the brand’s history from 1946 to today.

Euronews

Photos show Vespa enthusiasts buzzing through Rome celebrating the little scooter's 80th anniversary

Around 15,000 Vespas buzzed through Rome on Saturday, celebrating the scooter's 80th anniversary. Enthusiasts from Europe, the US, Australia and the Philippines gathered to honor the iconic brand. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Independent UK

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More than 15,000 Vespas from across the world swarm Rome as iconic scooter celebrates anniversary

Enthusiasts from across Europe, England, San Francisco, Australia’s Gold Coast, and the Philippines gathered

The Independent UK

Thousands expected for Vespa celebration in Rome

ROME - An icon for the Italian way of life, the Vespa is celebrating its 80th birthday with thousands of drivers expected to zip around Rome in the legendary scooters on Saturday.

Bangkok Post

‘Very worried’: Rome airports could suspend new EES border checks over fears of summer travel chaos

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

Euronews

Rome airports could suspend new EU border checks to stop summer travel queues

‘The process proves to be incompatible with the peak volumes that we are going to face,’ said Italian airport CEO

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EU ban on Russian combatants faces resistance from France and Italy

Rome and Paris have cited legal and technical concerns over how the ban should be applied in practice.

Euronews

Divorce, Italian style: Is Meloni-Trump row bringing Europe closer together?

Has Trump whispering run its course? Ask the now departing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who famously brought that letter of invitation from the king to the Oval Office, or Hungary’s ousted leader Viktor Orban. And how about the very public breakup with the only European leader invited to Donald…

France 24

Morocco’s hidden history: archaeology, DNA and carbon dating rewrite the story of the ancient world

For decades, stories about the ancient Mediterranean have centred on the grand cultures of Greece, Rome, Phoenicia and Egypt. North-west Africa seldom enters the picture before the arrival of Phoenician traders on the Moroccan coast about 3,000 years ago.

The Conversation

Rome airports threaten to suspend new EU passport system to avoid summer ‘disaster’

Airports CEO says letting non-EU passengers skip entry-exit system would be only way to avoid peak season travel chaos

The Guardian - UK

Fans Gush as Tom Holland Calls Zendaya by Her Middle Name 'Maree' in Cute Clip From 'Spider-Man' Press Tour

Tom Holland affectionately called Zendaya by her middle name, 'Maree', during the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Rome, sparking fan excitement and offering a rare glimpse into their relationship.

International Business Times UK

Will a peace deal between Iran and the US hold? Lessons from ancient Rome and Persia

“Making peace with Iran may be just as painful as winning the war,” a recent CNN report noted. As negotiations roll on during a shaky ceasefire, what a deal between the US and Iran might look like and whether it holds is anyone’s guess.

The Conversation

‘Suffered a heatstroke’: Italy rebuts Nato chief Rutte's claim on US flights supporting Iran strikes

Italy has refuted Nato chief Mark Rutte's claim that hundreds of US aircraft flew from Italian bases for operations against Iran. Rome insists only technical and logistical support was authorized, not combat missions. This clarification follows Rutte's remarks to Fox News, which sparked political backlash in Italy. The government maintains…

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Euronews

Madrid, Woody Allen's new cinematic muse

Woody Allen’s next film, set entirely in Madrid, will treat the city as a star. Filming begins in October, following in the footsteps of New York, Paris, Rome and Barcelona.

Budget and the Bees

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best-of-the-Best Destinations List Crowns Bali, Rome, Marrakech & Bangkok — Ideal for a Summer “Eat, Pray, Love” Escape

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best Destinations has travelers dreaming bigger this summer, especially with Bali, Rome, Marrakech, and Bangkok standing out as unforgettable escapes. The annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations rankings are based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months, making them a useful snapshot of where travelers…

The Independent UK

These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics will challenge Pope Leo XIV’s authority next week by consecrating four bishops without his consent

Marie Claire

Zendaya Spins a 35-Year-Old Giorgio Armani Web Dress for the 'Spider-Man' Rome Premiere

This 35-year-old dress was made for her.

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France 24

'A very different Afghanistan: Violence now linked to socioeconomic pressures'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Silvia Boccardi, freelance journalist based in Rome. Nearly five years after the Taliban's return to power, Afghanistan occupies an uneasy position in international politics. As European governments increasingly seek practical engagement with the authorities in Kabul, questions persist over whether diplomatic contact can alleviate…

International Business Times UK

The Musk-Zuckerberg Fight at the Colosseum Almost Happened: Dana White Reveals $150 Million Rome Plan

Dana White said negotiations for a UFC fight between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg at the Colosseum were real, and the tech titans would have put up $150 million of their own money.

International Business Times UK

'An Inept, Stupid Person': Why the Italian Press Just Used Popular Slang to Brute-Force a War of Words With Trump

An Italian right‑wing newspaper has called Donald Trump a 'coglione' after his disputed claim that Giorgia Meloni begged him for a G7 selfie triggered an unusually bitter spat with Rome.

The Independent UK

Rising sprint star Amy Hunt beats Dina Asher-Smith in UK 100m final but summer sequels await

Elsewhere at the UK Athletics Championships, Romell Glave won the men’s 100m final and Keely Hodgkinson reached the 400m final

The Conversation

New evidence reveals extent of anti-fascist motives behind ‘insane’ aristocrat’s plot to assassinate Mussolini

Benito Mussolini stepped out onto the Piazza del Campidoglio at 10:58 in the morning of April 7, 1926. He had just delivered a speech prepared for him by his lover, the Jewish writer Margherita Sarfatti.

Euronews

Global capital sees potential in Europe but calls for lighter regulation

Political and business leaders and investors at the FII Institute summit in Rome call for lighter regulation and greater flexibility to draw global investment and boost Europe’s competitiveness.

Evening Standard

Tom Hiddleston to front innovative new documentary exploring Pompeii disaster

The Loki star will transport audiences to ancient Rome in the immersive three-part series.

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