Wreaths were featured in ancient Roman celebrations of Saturnalia, a mid-December holiday celebrating the agriculture god, Saturn. Circle of holly branches were also likely part of winter solstice ...

Roman time and Saturnalia What about the year-end Roman celebration of Saturnalia, though? When studying this holiday, one primary source is Macrobius, a Roman who lived in the fifth century.

Roman Reigns made a shocking return to WWE Raw, seeking revenge on Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, who had ambushed him after ...

Evergreens were part of the Roman celebration of Saturnalia and tree worship was a part of Scandinavian culture. Even after their conversion to Christianity, the tradition stayed, ...

One of Spain's best-preserved ancient Roman settlements has been set ablaze by fireworks during a local town celebration. The Castell a la Mar event in Calpe, Spain, was taking place as usual ...

Pope Gelasius declared Feb. 14 as St. Valentine’s Day in 496 AD, and the rest is this history.