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Roman history only truly comes to life when viewed through the eyes of the Romans themselves. This selection of histories details some of the best accounts of Roman history.

Saturnalia, a holiday celebrated in ancient Rome, took place in December on the winter solstice. The holiday is an ancestor of sorts of modern Christmas, with many customs in common.

This article intends to shed some light on the misunderstood ruler Gaius a.k.a. Caligula.

Caligula, to sum up an epic mess, is one of the worst films ever put on celluloid.

It's the 1st century A.D. A raving madman controls the world! A rapist, a murderer, and so much worse. How one man nearly tore apart the Roman Empire, and why he had to go.

The autobiography of Tiberius Claudius from Augustus Caesar's reign to the death of Caligula.

There have been dramas about notable Romans before; great ones like Julius Caesar and Marcus Aurelius, depraved ones like Caligula and Nero. But until The Last Legion, one suspects no one even thought of doing a film about the hapless last Emperor of Rome, Romulus Augustus.

Just as Rome begins to make a comeback in the 10th century, a young prince is elected pope. Part Nero, part Paris Hilton, this is the true story of how one man wounded the papacy's reputation and nearly took Rome with it.

The mystery of Ovid's exile has haunted scholars for centuries. Why would a famous poet of first century Rome be exiled to possibly the worst location in all of the Roman Empire?

The Jews enjoyed complete freedom and had a very liberal situation in Rome and the Roman Empire during the early period of BC. In spite of them enjoying freedom there still had to suffer a certain amount of restrictions.

Procopius, the greatest Byzantine chronicler died leaving a bombshell in his wake. His published memoirs describing the depravity of some the Byzantine Empire's most powerful men and women.

Born into the Imperial Family with unflattering defects, Claudius was the embarrassment of his relatives who did not even consider him worthy to sit among them at public events. They might have turned in their graves had they known he sat as Emperor.

Both media pundit and laymen opinions agree the US electorate is fast becoming disenchanted by the 2 party system and will voice that disenfranchisement in future national elections. Such backlash at the polls may spawn a revolution in politics in 2008.

Benito Mussolini was interested in the ships, but the Nazi's torched them

In 1982, an amateur treasure hunter, Russell E. Burrows, found a remote cave near his hometown of Olney in southern Illinois. He removed more than 7,000 artifacts from the cave and then sealed the entrance using dynamite, following the controversy over his discovery.

The Battle of Actium in 31 BC brought an end to the Roman Republic and the pharaohs of Egypt. This battle is a watershed moment in human history.

Ten fun facts about world history that are either misunderstood because of their name, or because of popular media.

Despite common belief, there was no actual title called Roman Emperor.

A Christian's review of the movie "The Final Inquiry"

It's not uncommon to find out that a technology we see as so modern, so unique to our time period, was actually created by our ancestors in one way or another. The jet engine is now different.

A brief review of Suetonius' The Twelve Caesars

What happens when you mix religion, nationalism, and stupidity? A disaster!

Imagine going through four heads of state in a single year. Now imagine each of them having a life's worth of negative impact on society. That was 69 A.D.

God's presence in the early years of His church

A look into the sad and twisted life of Nero.

Shipping owner Steinbrenner bought the Yankees in 1973 & soon superseded the Oakland A's Charlie O. Finley as the most controversial owner in baseball

A historical look at the beginning of Arena Games.

Satirical look at despots

Throughout time we have seen the rumors about Caligula. Explore them for yourself here.

Cologne started as a Roman colony on the banks of the Rhine and is best known at the time as the birthplace of Julia Agrippina, sister of Caligula, wife of Claudius, and mother of Nero.

Eliot Spitzer. "Reformer". "Changer of the way Albany does business" "Racket-buster". "Mr. Clean". Husband. Father. Client #9. Whoremonger. Hypocrite. Disgraced former Governor.

Review of History Channel network

Stanley Kubrick's signature film still gets noticed. The film was banned in England for years. In America, the leading man of the movie is well loved enough for people to dress as him for Halloween. What's all the buzz, and why did it last?

Is June 13th your birthday? How will you celebrate this momentous occasion? With what notable individuals do you share your birth date?

The Progressive Movement of today says it has the answer for America. Does it? The historical record of human defined moral values tells us there has to be a better way. The rise and decline of the Hebrews and Romans are but two examples.

What exactly is going on in the phone directory between the letters D and F?

Is August 31th your birthday? How will you celebrate this momentous occasion? With what notable individuals do you share your birth date?

Is July 26th your birthday? How will you celebrate this momentous occasion? With what notable individuals do you share your birth date?

My son's surprisingly original answer to the question, If you could trade places with any celebrity, living or dead, who would it be, and why?

the American Cowpie Party and Mabel the Moo

The world goes on without us. What if we can't deal with that?

Chekhov intended for The Cherry Orchard to be performed as a farce, but it is typically staged as a tragedy.

For me, Meet Kevin Johnson was one of the weakest Lost episodes of Season Four. If you have not watched it yet, you may not want to read this.

This not only gives hilarious commentary about some of the main nominees, but it also lets readers know how to pick Oscar winners without bothering to watch the nominated films.

This is an op-ed about the state of Bush's presidency.

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I am sick and tired of all the nonsense that goes round and round about Christmas and Christ and Christianity and people who are or aren’t worthy of celebrating.

Insurance rates skyrocket due to "black mold" scare. Companies exploit claims to make a buck.

A brief description about actors born in Ireland and a surprising look at several actors you never knew were Irish.

The funny, wise, and downright silly things that people say before they die.

Why are critics afraid to call a mutt a mutt? This article lists the 25 worst or most overrated movies ever made. The list goes from box office bombs to cash cows and from obvious flops to Oscar winners.

I went paint balling with my friend today. In fact, I'll tell you about it (soon). Sure, it's not airsoft, but I got shot with an airsoft gun for the first time.

"Ghost Ship" is what happens when someone with no imagination and talent watches "The Goonies" and "Holes" and decides to take the most boring elements and make them into a movie. "Ghost Ship" is such a dud it's not even funny. Literally.

Terrorism is nothing new to the world -- it was used in just about every major area of the world dating back to ancient times.

The middle finger has acquired a ubiquitous and acceptable use in modern society. This has not always been the case, but its meaning has changed little over the millenia.

Selling books on-line can be fun and lucrative. Look in your saved books to see if any of them are first editions and read the guides that are available on how to identify them and how to sell them. You may just have a fortune sitting in your bookcase.

Wonder what's going to happen if the strike goes on? Wonder no more. It's not pretty.

A brief explanation of Roman naming conventions.

Yesterday I watched the show "Concert for Diana". The princes were dressed very casually and behaved just like the rest of the audience. I feel this type of 'common' behavior diminishes the mystique of the royals.

Make sure to see America's largest numismatic collection for yourself.

I also didn't include famous duds such as "Heaven's Gate" and "Ishtar" because I simply don't believe them to be as bad as their reputations and not nearly as bad as those listed here.

Rep. Mark Foley runs crazed through the House of Representatives chasing after young boys and the GOP leadership ignores it. Family values? Only if you're an ancestor of Caligula.

Rome is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The food in Rome can be expensive, but if you know how to budget then you can enjoy the food and still have tons of money left in your pocket.

Curious about where to stay on your budget trip to Rome? I tested out this trendy youth hostel.

This article offers an overview of traveling in Rome, Italy, including highlights on the nightlife, dining, shopping, cultural, and historical attractions that appeal to modern tourists.

Get to know the importance of jewelry as a fashion accessory in Ancient Rome. Jewelry was considered a display of status and power.

A website review of www.beatrome.com. A website where you can book accommodations in Rome.

This article shares information about the legend of Romulus and Remus and the founding of Rome.

Popular history says that the Roman Emperor Nero was a sadistic, psychotic tyrant who set fire to Rome and then sang and played the fiddle while it burned. Are there any truth to this claim?

She was the beautiful 17-year-old daughter of Roman nobility, and now she haunts the streets of present day Rome.

The political powers of the early kings of Rome

An international collaborative team has just released its first version of a complete digital reproduction of ancient Rome as it appeared in 320 A.D.

Rome is not a city just like London and Paris. It's glory days are found much further back in time. For travelers and students living abroad it provides unique view of history and religion and also is full of romance. It really is one stop shopping.

Great Battles of Rome doesn't deliever what it promises.

Rome: Total War is in my opinion the most impressive PC strategy game that exists. I mentioned it briefly in another article but here we are going to write a full review and go into detail into exactly why this game is the best.

Misadventures and expectational let downs in Rome. A first time visit to Rome leaves a lasting impression that may prevent a second visit.

I would recommend this hotel for anyone looking for an upscale place to stay in Rome. Rooms can go for between $200 to several thousand dollars per night. It's ideal location and comfortable rooms are perfect for those that can afford the stay.

Ever visit Rome, Italy? It is full of a lot of fascinating history, and still has many of the old structures standing today such as the Colosseum that held gladiator fights and hunts.

Cradle of Rome is a match 3 game. The way to play is to match 3 items that are the same, and then they disappear.

Review os Rome and all that it has to offer tourists.

A Review of some of the best five star hotels in Rome.

Even though Rome is a huge city, it is one large city definitely worth spending some time in. Listed below are a few of Rome's many "must see" tourist stops and tips on how to maximize your experience while minimizing your frustration.

Last year I read somewhere online about this show on HBO called Rome. I was intrigued so I ended up buying both season 1 and 2 on eBay.

Rome is a beautiful, historic city. As a visitor, you'll need a few insider tips to have a great vacation without any of those common holiday blunders. Use these 10 tips to make your visit perfect.

Read how theatre developed in ancient Rome and look at the similarities to today's company

Polybius was confident that Ancient Rome had broken the unfavorable cycle of anacyclosis, but in reality Rome was the greatest example of the theory's accuracy. What was anacyclosis, what did Polybius believe, and where was he wrong?

Here is a list of accomodation in Rome, New York.

Things to do and see in the city of Rome, New York.

An overview of sights worth seeing in Rome, Italy.

Playing the AI in Creative Assembly's popular strategy war games is too easy, so try spicing your game up with a little roleplaying. This article will use Rome: Total War as an example.

Magna Mater, a goddess brought over from Anatolia to Rome during the Second Punic War, is elusive but fascinating. Some of her devotees castrated themselves in service to the goddess, and many of their ritual activities caused great distress to the rulers of Rome.

A review of Florance Dupont's book Daily Life in Ancient Rome

This is about how to navigate through Rome on the streets using maps, the internet, and comfy shoes!

Rome, Georgia is a convention haven that is in the center of the Birmingham-Chattanooga-Atlanta tri-city area. With its mild climate and lower taxes, more and more people are coming to stay in Rome.

Rome, Georgia is a moderately sized city just on the outskirts of metro Atlanta coverage. It's close to the tri-state area of Chattanooga, TN, Atlanta, GA, and Birmingham, AL.

Rome is a hub of activity in the workforce. With mills, factories, and headquarters to some major names on the Dow Jones Industrial, it's never been easier to find someplace to go to work in Rome

Patriotism today is as much a buzzword as "the war on terror." So, this essay contains some similarities and differences between ancient Rome and today's U.S.