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St. Valentine is a very popular saint in today's commercial world. But who was he? What is fact and what is legend about this shadowy figure of the early church?

St Valentine's Day is for lovers but some will be spending the day in lonely isolation. Here are a some suggestions for single people to enjoy St. Valentine's Day.

The St Valentine's Day Massacre on 14 February 1929 led to the establishment of the first crime detection laboratory in the United States of America.

Learn about St. Valentine and a brief history of Valentine's Day.

Lured into a trap, mobster "Bugs" Moran barely escapes the doomed fate of six of his gang members, executed in a Chicago garage.

Ever wonder why, on this one random day a year, people everywhere have a contest to see who can say "I love you" with the most flair?

Dublin is a quirky city of great antiquity and high on the tourist hit-list. These are fun trivia bites that set the place apart and make good pub conversation starters.

St. Valentine's Day is coming up fast. Known as a celebration of love, this article takes a look at the origins of the saint and what he represents.

There are many legends about Saint Valentine, the man whose name was given to the popular holiday of both lovers and children alike. Here are the most common stories.

St. Valentine's Day is time when lovers exchange tokens of love and fidelity and to receive cards that intrigue with their anonymous avowal of amorous intentions.

Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate love and friendship but do you ever wonder why we put lace on hearts or doves on cards to say 'I love you'?

This rich Dark Fudge Bundt Cake Recipe from 'A Passion for Baking' by Marcy Goldman, is so intense, it guarantees to satisfy every chocolate craving.

Valentine's Day is a romantic holiday that lets couples show their love towards one another. However, Valentine's Day can also be a fun holiday for children and families.

"The Departed" steals Best Picture - and reminds us of the many mugs hanging in filmdom's rogues galleries.

Whether it's roses, lilies, orchids or tulips, if giving flowers as gifts of love this Valentine's Day, let the blooms do the talking. But, be careful which you choose!

Celebrate one of February's great holidays with your children by engaging them in reading some great Valentine's Day-themed books at home or at school.

Originally published separately as small board books for babies and preschoolers, the five tales in this collection can teach gentle life lessons to older children too.

Easy and fun handmade cards for children to make at Valentine's Day.

Seniors need to be remembered on holidays and Valentine's is no exception. Here are ideas for thoughtful gestures from children and family for senior citizens.

Students are under attack from their own classmates. Authorities seem unable to arrive at a solution to prevent another school massacre. What is a possible solution?

Celebrated for thousands of years, Valentine's Day is a holiday that dates back to ancient Rome.

For something a little different than the usual flowers and chocolates, here are a few out-of-the-ordinary gift ideas for Valentine's Day with a pink twist.

Welsh love spoons evolved from ordinary wooden spoons used in cooking and to eat a traditional cawl but came to represent love, faithfulness and a desire to stay as one.

No matter what the season roses are everybody's favourite flower. Roses are available at any time of the year and more abundantly in summer.

A brief overview of the life of the third-century priest who became known as Saint Valentine.

Josée di Stasio's award winning Italian cuisine cookbook 'à la di Stasio' first published in French, is now available in English for the first time.

Valentine's Day and February equal love and romance. In Ancient Greece and Rome, this time of year had similar connotations, but they were celebrated VERY differently.

One immortal god of love, one mortal maiden who's lovely. Could they make their love work?

These ice cream treats are as much fun to make as they are to eat.

There are many ways for parents, teachers or care givers to teach toddlers more about the changing world around them as spring, summer, autumn and winter seasons pass.

A Pennsylvania organization raises awareness concerning tethered dogs who live in isolation.

The rise and fall of the underworld's biggest crime boss.

Nicknamed "Scarface," he rose to the top of organized crime in Chicago, becoming a ruthless murderer, a millionaire, a celebrity, and a tax dodger before he died in 1947.

The most infamous crime boss of the Prohibition years was tied to the St. Valentine's Day Massacre.

Best presents for boyfriends and husbands on St. Valentine's Day. Here are some cool gifts for men for the sweet day of love and affection. Fun date ideas and events too.

This Valentines Day project shows students how to develop humour. Examples are gathered to generate ideas, which are developed and refined through collaboration.

Looking for a humorous Valentine's Day saying or quotation for a Valentine's Day card, a love poem, website or scrapbook? Check out these funny love quotes and sayings!

It's easy to prepare food, beverages, and entertainment for a coffeehouse atmosphere right at home.

What to get or do for the love of your life, friends, family, boyfriend, girlfriend, best friend, children, mom, dad, or grandparents as presents for St. Valentine's Day.

Red roses and candy top the lists of Valentine's Day gifts, however, try writing a love letter or poem filled with famous love quotes to add a special intimate touch.

The Celtic Calendar recognizes not twelve but thirteen months coinciding with thirteen full moons. The magic in these months, named after trees, is culture based.

Saint Francis of Assisi, who was devoted to following Jesus, is credited with creating the first Christmas Nativity scene to commemorate the Christ's birth at Bethlehem.

Church holidays fall into distinct seasons, each of which celebrates a period in the life of Christ or the Early Church. Do you know your seasons?

History of Valentine's Day traced from the third century B.C. in Rome. Valentine's Day traditions continue as lovers fill the world with love.

Make a Valentine's Day classroom party a memorable and fun experience for students with some simple classroom games and puzzles.

What to do on Valentine's Day? How about a romantic dinner, hotel stay, special event, or gift idea.

Flowers have been associated with myth and legend from the earliest of times often meaning different things to different cultures around the world.

Easy recipes with only 3 ingredients. For holidays or any day, these great cookies & bars make the best snacks, gifts & party foods. Good recipes for kids to help make.

The date of Easter constantly changes according to a 1600 year old formula - a formula that is built into PHP, making the calculation of the Easter dates very easy.

Marbled biscotti are one of many delectable cookies in The Italian Cookie Tray. Chocolate and vanilla doughs are intertwined for a marbled effect.