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GUY FAWKES  

The history of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder plot, and how it is still celebrated in the UK today.

Ron Paul, a longshot candidate for the republican nomination, is a dream for any person who believes in limited government and a non-interventionist foreign policy.

Halloween: A Brief History and Origin, Halloween and Guy Fawkes, Halloween Costumes, Sources for Halloween Costumes

"Remember, remember the fifth of November / the gunpowder, treason and plot, / I see of no reason why gunpowder treason / Should ever be forgot..." This traditional rhyme that commemorates Guy Fawkes and his failed 'Gunpowder Plot.'

Interesting but bizarre things that are happening today around the world.

There are problems with the Wiki-trifecta -- Wikipedia, Wikimedia, and Wikia -- that stem from people whose credentials and ethics are rightfully in question, due to the lack of accountability.

Ron Paul has repeated his November 5th, 2007 success, breaking his own record setting one-day fund raising as well as the previous all-time record set by John Kerry in 2004.

Ron Paul's campaign has set a twelve million dollar goal for their fundraising in this quarter. This is a very optimistic goal for any campaign to set, but Ron Paul is well on his way

This article examines Ron Paul's candidacy for the Presidency and looks at his issues one by one that are posted on his campaign website.

The Tower of London is one of England's most popular tourist attractions, and even the locals have learned to appreciate the attraction that's filled with royal history and exciting exhibits. Here are eight reasons to stop by.

Ron Paul amazed America on November 5th when he raised over 4.2 million dollars, more than any other republican candidate has ever raised in a single day!

What's happening today in the world?

What's going on today in the world?

The lifestyle of the expatriate may sound adventurous and tempting to seasoned travelers and those looking for a change. But before boarding the plane, consider whether or not you are really cut out for the life abroad.

The British prepare to celebrate the foiling of a plot to blow up the Parliament that happened over 400 years ago.

Samhain is a holiday that celebrates the dark season of the Celtic year. Gallic people also celebrated this holiday; which was called "Samonios". Samonios has been replaced in Gallic countries by Christian celebrations.

16th century Europe was torn apart by religious violence and warfare. This lesson gives students visuals to make this violence more concrete. It asks them to write a story about what they have seen.

Halloween conjures up images of jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, witches, sweet treats, and children dressed in costumes for an evening of trick-or-treating. Millions happily participate in Halloween traditions each year, but what are the origins of the holiday?

Staging Macbeth can be an exercise in how to use light and shadow to illuminate the conflicted, torturous soul of perhaps the most tragic villain in all of Shakespeare.

Explaining how fireworks came about & giving safety tips as well.

The Gunpowder plot happened hundreds of years ago, but speculation still exists as to whether or not justice was provided for all.

Along with its predecessors 1984, Fahrenheit 451, and A Clockwork Orange; V for Vendetta proves to be a philosophically inclined, politically apt film.

Flamboyant producer Joel Silver boasts an extremely lucrative resume. The action films that he's produced, features some of Hollywood's biggest names, making him one the "jewyest" producers in Cinema.

Seeing V For Vendetta on Friday March 17 on opening day, I loved every minute of what I think is the best film of the year

V for Vendetta (2005) began this weekend in East Bay theaters. It stars Hugo Weaving (The Matrix and The Lord of the Rings) as "V", Natalie Portman (Star Wars I, II, and III) as Evey. The film is from a comic book novel by Alan Moore and David Lloyd.

Fanboys of the world, unite and rejoice! Hollywood has taken our favorite tale of anarchy and turned it into a film that the mainstream could accept without surrendering the work's heart and soul.

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