Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne ‘reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture’

Handle depicting secutor gladiator found on ‘edge of empire’ to go on display. A rare and pristine example of gladiator memorabilia found in the River Tyne is to go on display, shining light on a ...

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The impact of pop culture and celebrity influence on the 2024 presidential election

Ashley Spillane is on a national tour with her Civic Responsibility Project. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Madison, Wisconsin, to talk about using celebrity influence to strengthen democracy.

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Lifestyle - The New York Times - 6 days ago

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