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Graffiti and other archaeological evidence tell us a great deal about the lives and life expectancy of Roman gladiators in Pompeii.

Gladiators have evolved on the fashion runways from fierce warrior-woman boots to feminine sandals, to sexy stiletto styles. However, they can be tricky things to wear.

Roman gladiators trained together, lived together, and traveled together as teams. They were highly skilled fighters and showmen who entertained the Roman masses.

Though very low ranking in Roman society, gladiators were widely admired and adored as brave and faithful Romans.

Millions tuned in, and the American Gladiators score a win with viewers. This competitive reality show is shining during the writer's strike...but will it stay that way?

With a wealth of celebrities supporting this women's footwear trend, the strappy gladiator sandal is fast becoming the must-have shoe of the season.

This season sees the rise of some fierce-looking footwear for women. Since their initial foray into the fashion world in 2006, the gladiator trend just keeps on growing.

Forensic analysis of remains found in a gladiator cemetery in Ephesus, Turkey, provided new facts about the way those men fought and died.

Gladiatorial games and wild beast hunts were an important part of the cultural life of Pompeii as graffiti and election posters demonstrates

The current trend in Grecian dresses and Roman gladiators is hotting up this summer. This perfect partnership is about high-fashion, femininity and style.

Women in ancient Rome, even of the upper classes, were sometimes drawn, whether by a need for applause or for cash, willingly into the gladitorial conflicts of the arena.

Ridley Scott's triumphant resurrection of the swords and sandals genre benefits from Hans Zimmer's rousing, underrated score

Many films have documented the lives of gladiators but which is the best?

Different types of Roman gladiators, based on armor and weaponry used.

A gladiator photo challenge shows who the strongest are and at a photoshoot, in an ancient castle, Tyra takes control.

Sandals become the main footwear of the fashionable woman as seasons change and bare legs become de rigeur.

Spartacus was from what is now the Balkans. In 73 BC, he and seventy gladiators escaped from their barracks in Capua.

They started out as neighborhood clubs, with names like Slausons or Gladiators. But to White America, they were tagged as trouble. Soon, they lived up to the expectation.

A selection of the most important and influential British TV shows beginning with the letter G.

Information and statistics on the Rostrum, Trevi fountain, Vatican, pasta, Nero, Isola Tiberina, gladiator school, basilicas and museums in the Italian capital city, Roma

In 73 B.C. Roman slaves, led by Spartacus, revolted, building an army and raging through the Italian countryside in one of the most important slave uprisings in history.

This summer ushers in bright colors, retro-inspired looks, and several steadfast trends that continue through the season.

In 2009, heels are higher, platforms are precarious, colors are brighter, fabrics are adventurous, embellishments are exciting and shoe designs are even more extreme.

A 2000 year old stadium comes alive with a fanfare of trumpets, the sound of horses hooves, marching feet and the rattle of shields for 21st century chariot racing.

The right fashion accessories can bring an outfit together whether it's jeans and a t-shirt or a great maxi dress.

A clash of the titans on paper, three men who have had more hits than Mike Tyson combine to bring us "American Gangster".

With Gina Carano dethroned as the face of women's MMA, it is Toughill's opportunity to become the next Strikeforce Women's Champion. But can anyone stop Cris Cyborg?

Find yourself on the fashion fringes with this season's shaggy look. This ultimate luxe boho look is decorating everything from dresses and skirts to shoes and purses.

Hot back to school campus looks for Fall 2009 include the reverse bob hair cut, skinny jeans, maxidresses and minidresses, plaid, and gladiator sandals.

In the world of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Gina Carano is a force to be reckoned with. She also casts an imposing shadow in the other aspects of her life as well.

Director Gore Verbinski (Pirates of the Caribbean), producer Graham King (The Departed) and writer John Logan (Gladiator) are making an animated movie.

Dare to wear this season's biggest trouser trends, the harem pant and the peg-leg trouser? Follow some basic fashion tips to learn how to work these looks to the full.

Scenic Essaouira was Morocco's main port linking Sahara caravans to Europe. 1960s hippies loved its 18th century citadel and souks, now featured in Othello and Gladiator.

From slouchy ankle-boots, over-the-knee cuff boots, gladiator sandals,peep-toed booties and loafers; this season offers some great choices in women's fashion footwear.

Facts for visitors on Tangier, Hassan II Mosque, the Mediterranean, Fes, Arabic, the Marathon du Sable, souks, the Call To Prayer, Gladiator, The Living Daylights & more.

Ancient Rome had many fabulous structures, but one of the most spectacular is the one built by Vespasian, the Coliseum, or Flavian Amphitheater.

It's time to freshen up your spring and summer wardrobe by following some of the new and easy styling tips of the season.

With stylish, statement shoe-boots (definitely not to be hidden), banded ballet flats and bold-colored satins and jewels, shoes have a starring role this season.

Whilst you might not go overboard for the nautical trend that is sailing into stores this season, when it comes to statement shoes and handbags, nautical is never boring.

Earth spirits in ancient Rome, as well as the spirits of those who had died, watched over the every day lives of the Romans cheerfully - unless one forgot to give thanks.

If jelly shoes evoke memories of childhood summers, wallowing around in shallow pools or playing on the beach, then this season it is time to revisit your youth.

This season's trend in sleek, sexy jumpsuits are a far cry from the flying suit styles of the `70s. Add a chic silk or cotton catsuit to your list of summer must-haves.

Jeweled metallic flats and studded gladiators are still a summer staple but the hottest look for spring is caged footwear and super-stilettos with mega-high heels.

Summer is here so paint those toenails and show off your shoes with the best in summer footwear. From this season's hefty heels and wedges, to pretty gladiator sandals.

The wrapped leather bracelet is a jewelry favorite for Spring 2008. Follow these easy instructions to make one to keep for yourself or give as a gift.

The films included a Roman spectacular, a bio-pic, the first musical to win since 1968, the conclusion of a Tolkien epic, and a boxing movie that was more than that.

Four Sarasota residents have become reality TV stars this season. Meet the Floridians on American Gladiators, American Idol, Big Brother 9 and Dancing with the Stars.

Through a paranoid and uncertain decade, the best films of the 1950s reflected the insecurities of Society.

What Happened to the Biblical Epic? Wide-screen, Technicolor, and larger than life...Are good movies based on "The Good Book" a thing of the past?

The language, legends and history for the gladiola - the flower for those born in the month of August.