Rome's Colosseum Will Feature Gladiator Battles Again, Thanks To Airbnb

For the first time in nearly 2,000 years, Rome’s Colosseum will host staged gladiator fights under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb to promote “a more conscious tourism.” However, the arrangement has drawn criticism from visitors and housing activists who argue that short-term rental platforms contribute to over-tourism and reduce affordable housing.