Rome

A secret passage in the Colosseum opens to visitors for the first time

The corridor, attributed to Emperor Commodus who reigned between 180 and 192 CE, is infamous for its association with the cruel ruler who was passionate about combat in the arena.

The Passage of Commodus in the Roman Colosseum.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators take part in a national protest for Gaza, outside the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, October 4, 2025.

Big crowds gather in Rome on fourth day of Italian pro-Palestinian protests

Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto addresses the Parliament, saying the country will send a second navy ship to escort the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza trying to deliver supplies, in Rome, Italy, September 25, 2025.

Italy's navy to quit escorting Global Sumud Flotilla

Pro-Palestinian activists demonstrate in solidarity with the Global Sumud Flotilla and Gaza as they march towards Italian Foreign Ministry, in Rome, Italy September 25, 2025.

Italian poll finds 15% see attacks on Jewish people as 'justifiable'


Galilee cave yields 4th-century coin hoard tied to Jewish resistance under Rome

The coins were unearthed in Hukok, an ancient Jewish settlement near the Sea of Galilee associated with Jewish resistance under Roman rule.

Copper coins dating back more than 1,600, discovered in northern Israel.

This bronze helmet survived the final battle that ended Rome's first major war

Archaeological team recovers intact cheek plates and crown knob from First Punic War clash that established Roman Mediterranean dominance.

The Montefortino helmet recovered.

Meet the beer train: When Oktoberfest starts in Rome

No more tiring festival trips – Italy’s trains turn the journey into a 16-hour celebration with music, draft beer, dancers, and traditional food from Rome to Munich.

Beer

'Cowardly act': Swastika carved into KKL-JNF office doors in Rome

The incident is "a painful reminder that Jew-hatred continues to raise its head in Europe and beyond,” KKL-JNF's World Chairwoman wrote in a statement.

A swastika was carved on the door of the KKL-JNF offices in Rome.

The Lod Mosaic: A rare peace of ancient Rome on display in Israel

The main figures in this impressive piece of art shows the beauty in the natural world with depictions of birds, mammal, fish, plants, and flowers.

Lod mosaic.

Deadly Russian drone attack rocks Kyiv as Ukraine lobbies for aid in Rome

Nineteen people were wounded and damage reported in nearly every district of Kyiv in the attack.

Firefighters work at the site of the apartment building hit by Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine July 10, 2025

At least 9 people injured after explosion at Rome petrol station

Emergency services were on the scene before the blast, as they had been called after a truck hit a pipeline at the service station, Italian news agencies reported.

 Emergency services personnel work at the scene where a gas station exploded on the outskirts of Rome, Italy, July 4, 2025.

Jerusalem aqueduct tunnel surpassed Rome’s in length, study reveals

Wadi el Biyar’s 2.8-kilometer water tunnel is longer than any Roman equivalent.

 Solomon’s Pools circa 1890.

Colossal ancient marble head unearthed at Rome's Trajan Forum

The marble head, a male face with thick hair and an intense expression, remained hidden for centuries beneath the square of the Trajan Forum.

 Colossal ancient marble head unearthed at Rome's Trajan Forum.

Rome: Woman dies after liposuction, surgeon facing manslaughter investigation

Dr. Lizarraga Picciotti and two others investigated for manslaughter; autopsy suggests pulmonary embolism.

 Rome: Woman dies after liposuction, surgeon facing manslaughter investigation. Illustration.

The hypocrisy of Europe: Lecturing Israel while ignoring their own history - opinion

Western European leaders should should have understood by now that the Nation of Israel is no longer helpless.

The Siege and Destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans Under the Command of Titus, A.D. 70