From the 1950s to the present day, each new decade of pop culture has brought with it an image of the family matriarch, otherwise known as, Mom.

May 8, 2010 - Brandy Robertson

From dice to board games to role-playing, games and gaming have been, and will be an integral part of our community, our identity, and the human experience.

Apr 20, 2011 - Paul Holleman

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The cross-cultural desire for improving one's natural appearance is nothing new.

Sep 8, 2010 - Laura Hermoza

The Bedfordshire village of Ickwell keeps an ancient British custom alive with its annual May Day Festival, a day to celebrate and dance around the Maypole.

Apr 22, 2010 - Beth MacMillan

Christmas Day celebration is traced to Epiphany, Nicholas and Santa Claus, from Roman celebration to today's Christmas carols, Christmas trees, and gift-giving.

Dec 21, 2007 - Tel Asiado

May holds historical celebrations and outdoor festivities. May Day, Mother's Day, Cinco de Mayo and Memorial Day are important days of the fifth month.

Apr 27, 2010 - Amy Cook

Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what other noteworthy occasions also took place on this day in history, May 9th.

May 8, 2009 - Christine Fadhley

Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history, May 8th.

May 7, 2009 - Christine Fadhley

Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what other noteworthy occasions also took place on this day in history, May 10th.

May 9, 2009 - Christine Fadhley

Birthday, anniversary, special occasion? Discover what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history, May 7th.

May 6, 2009 - Christine Fadhley

A debunking of William Shakespeare's seven ages of individual man in favour of charting general human progress into various stages and milestones.

Jan 10, 2012 - Mary Phelan

The French enjoy a good holiday and Bastille Day on July 14 is one of the best. The festivities commemorate the storming of the Bastille more than 200 years ago.

Jun 26, 2007 - Bridget Lux

Celebrate Memorial Day with honor to those who have served and died for our country.

Apr 30, 2008 - Karen Perkins

In some U.S. cities, St. Valentine's Day 2011 events will be celebrated with much pomp. But the holiday's history is a bit odd.

Feb 6, 2011 - D.A. Barber

An historical look at this ancient fire festival, its traditions and some common misconceptions.

Apr 20, 2007 - Elizabeth Farrell

Based on Pagan gatherings and ancient fertility rites the May Day holiday with its fire festivals and maypole dancing represents the start of summer.

Apr 24, 2010 - Frank Parker

Spring is Here. Celebrate the first day of May with a beautiful and tempting dessert. Savor some of Earth's greatest gifts like coconut and sugar. Enjoy!

Apr 30, 2010 - Amy Wingfield

Those who witnessed the royal wedding of Prince William and his princess took away from the experience many of their own "I do" conclusions.

Apr 30, 2011 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the U.S., but it is also a day to recognize the nation's diversity due to the influence of African American culture.

Jun 15, 2011 - Alexis J Hyatt