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Roman toilets gave no clear health benefit, and Romanization actually spread parasites

The Romans are well known for introducing sanitation technology to Europe around 2,000 years ago, including public multi-seat latrines with washing facilities, sewerage systems, piped drinking water from aqueducts, and heated public baths for washing. Romans also developed laws designed … Continue reading

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Spending on public toilets part of financing investigation

(ANSA) – Bologna, October 23 – Senior advisers from several political parties are under investigation for possible embezzlement of public funds in the Emilia Romagna region, with expense claims including receipts from pay toilets being scrutinized, officials said Wednesday. The … Continue reading

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