Worker who was freed after 12 hours trapped under rubble when a 13th-century tower collapsed near Rome's Colosseum has died - while another fights for his life

Part of the 13th-century Torre dei Conti, located just steps from the Colosseum and Imperial Forum, collsapsed shortly after ...

Medieval tower partially collapses in Rome critically injuring worker and trapping another

Hundreds of tourists watched as firefighters used a mobile ladder to bring a stretcher to the upper level of the Torre dei Conti to rescue the worker who remained trapped.

Moment ancient 100ft tower near Rome's Colosseum collapses in front of tourists, with at least one person buried beneath rubble

Horrifying footage showed the moment part of the Torre dei Conti tower, which is located near to Rome's Colosseum, collapsed in front of tourists.

Workers trapped after 13th century tower collapses near Rome’s Colosseum

Rescuers are in a desperate race against time to get a worker trapped in the rubble of a collapsing medieval tower out alive.
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Public Latrines in Ancient Rome

Almost every Roman city had large public latrines, where many people - often 20 or more - could relieve themselves in remarkably opulent settings. This video explores how the use, decoration, and ...
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A Journey Through Rome’s Ancient Glory in 500 AD

Step back in time to Rome in 500 AD and discover the city’s ancient wonders. From grand architecture to daily life, see how ...

Archaeologists uncover massive stone ruins from ancient city that once rivaled Rome

Archaeologists recently discovered a massive 2,000-year-old stone basin in ancient Gabii, Italy, revealing early Roman public architecture from Rome's powerful rival city.