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Communicating with The Dead Through Phone Calls

by Mystify in Paranormal, November 19, 2009
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Taking a look into the possibility that there may be actual communication from the dead to the living through phone calls.

The Evil Eye

by Maria Liberati in Folklore, November 18, 2009
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The evil eye or “malocchio” is an old tradition once practiced in Italy and still spoken about and soem of the more superstitious still believe in it.

Friday The 13th Superstitions

by lanced in Folklore, November 15, 2009
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There are thousands of superstitions about friday the 13th. Everyone says they are not superstitious but most people really are. If you want to see some average superstitions here they are.

World War Ii

by gleeson85 in History, November 13, 2009
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A brief summary of the events that played out during World War II.

How to Enjoy an Italian Christmas

by observer1 in Holidays, November 9, 2009
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Our recipe begins with simple, familiar ingredients. Then mix in laughter, love and familiga. All will be well…

Crucifixes are Forbidden in Italian Schools by Court Order

by Lucas Dié in Education, November 4, 2009
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The Human Rights Court of the European Union has forbidden the public display of crucifixes in Italian schools. I am gloating, but probably not for the reasons you might think of. And in gloating, I am in good (or bad) company.

Palm Weaving Traditions in Italy

by Maria Liberati in Holidays, November 3, 2009
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The tradition of palm weaving in Italy originated from the time of Jesus Christ in the Christian religion but is still practiced today especailly around the holiday of Easter.

Did Christianity Cause The Fall of The Roman Empire?

by Lauren Axelrod in History, October 29, 2009
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The historian Edward Gibbon believed that Christianity bore the ultimate responsibility for the fall of the Roman Empire. However, during the third century, the Romans were well on their way to destroying themselves.

Mussolini’s Economic Policies

by Barneslow in History, October 26, 2009
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Success and failings of Mussolini’s economic policies.

Manufacturing Industry in The Messogiorno

by Greyian Storm in Economics, October 23, 2009
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A brief overview of manufacturing industry in the Messogiorno, an area of economic hardship in the south of Italy.

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