Airbnb is courting controversy through a deal announced earlier this week which will allow up to 16 lucky customers to travel to the Roman Colosseum and play gladiator. The property rental site is ...

The ancient Colosseum in Rome has witnessed some historic battles, with toga-clad crowds once packing the gigantic venue to watch gladiators slug it out against opponents including lions and baboons.

The historic Roman Colosseum is facing backlash after partnering with Airbnb to bring gladiator "battles" back into the arena, and political figures in Italy are speaking out against the campaign.

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