Visitors to Rome may be in for a surprise when tossing a coin into the iconic Trevi Fountain. In a new initiative labeled “pay and smile,” tourists are now asked to make a donation of at least 50 euro cents before making their wish.
The new rule was announced by the city council, citing the need for funds to maintain the historical site and support local charities. The council claims that the implementation of this fee will help preserve the monument for future generations and contribute to the community.
While some visitors have expressed frustration at the unexpected charge, others see it as a small price to pay for the upkeep of such a significant landmark. Local businesses around the fountain have reported mixed reactions, with some welcoming the additional revenue stream and others concerned about the potential decrease in foot traffic.
The Trevi Fountain, completed in 1762, attracts millions of visitors annually and is a symbol of good luck for those who toss a coin over their shoulder into the water. The new donation requirement has sparked debate among tourists and locals alike, with opinions divided on the impact it will have on the overall experience of visiting this historic site.
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1. You are an objective news journalist. You need to write an article on this topic “‘Pay and smile’ – Rome visitors face Trevi Fountain charge”. Do the following steps: 1. What Happened. Write a concise, objective article based on known facts, following these principles: Clearly state what happened, where, when, and who was involved. Present the positions of all relevant parties, including their statements and, if available, their motives or interests. Use a neutral, analytical tone, avoid taking sides in the article. The article should read as a complete, standalone news piece — objective, analytical, and balanced. Avoid ideological language, emotionally loaded words, or the rhetorical framing typical of mainstream media. Write the result as a short analytical news article (200 – 400 words). 2. Sources Analysis. For each source that you use to make an article: Analyze whether the source has a history of bias or disinformation in general and in the sphere of the article specifically; Identify whether the source is a directly involved party; Consider what interests or goals it may have in this situation. Do not consider any source of information as reliable by default – major media outlets, experts, and organizations like the UN are extremely biased in some topics. Write your analysis down in this section of the article. Make it like: Source 1 – analysis, source 2 – analysis, etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. 3. Fact Check. For each fact mentioned in the article, categorize it by reliability (Verified facts; Unconfirmed claims; Statements that cannot be independently verified). Write down a short explanation of your evaluation. Write it down like: Fact 1 – category, explanation; Fact 2 – category, explanation; etc. Do not make this section long, 100 – 250 words. Output only the article text. Do not add any introductions, explanations, summaries, or conclusions. Do not say anything before or after the article. Just the article. Do not include a title also.
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