In Japan, robot dog owners bless their pets at Tokyo shrine
Aibo is a robotic dog created by Sony and powered by AI technology, which builds its identity through its environment and ...
No dogs allowed in the dog carnival!
On Sunday, a cafe in Mehrauli Archaeological Park was supposed to be abuzz with furry friends, dog parents and pet lovers. However, when the founders of the NGO organising the event reached the venue ...
Scientists Solve Mystery of Pompeii’s Famous “Mother and Child”
A recent genetic study calls for a reexamination of the identities and relationships of several individuals buried and ...
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Airbnb Plans to Host an Immersive ‘Gladiator’ Experience in the Colosseum, and Politicians in Rome Are Furious
The short-term rental giant will help pay for the Colosseum Archaeological Park’s educational programs in exchange for use of ...
Company faces nearly $1M fine after workers illegally damage national park area: 'Disturbing numerous archaeological features'
The potential penalty should send a clear message to Avista and any other utilities with tree-cutting projects lined up.
Airbnb wants gladiator battles in Rome’s Colosseum — but locals are appalled: ‘We are not in Disneyland’
Airbnb has drawn plenty of ire in Europe of late, but now the short-term rental giant has outraged local lawmakers after ...
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Outrage Over Airbnb’s “Gladiator Experience” in Rome’s Colosseum
Airbnb will start taking booking requests next week for an “exclusive gladiator experience” to be held in the Colosseum next spring, sparking outrage among some Italian officials who say the event ...
A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum
Under the deal announced last week by Airbnb and the Colosseum, the sponsorship by the short-term rental giant will cover the ...
Airbnb's idea to hold gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum isn't going down well with some local lawmakers
Massimiliano Smeriglio, Rome's councillor for culture, objected to Airbnb's idea, saying the Colosseum "must not be debased ...
10 must-do experiences in Italy’s Lazio region
Rome, the Eternal City, radiates its deliciousness and rich history beyond its walls to the Lazio region, where travelers can discover archaeological wonders, vineyards, charming villages, and a ...
Pompeii archaeological park sets daily visitor limit to combat overtourism
The Pompeii archaeological park in Italy plans to limit visitor numbers to 20,000 a day and introduce personalized tickets ...