Archive - Dec 2006

December 2nd

Estate of Retired Librarian Includes Lost Fra Angelicos

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-12-02 18:20
Several paintings of saints created by 15th century monk and artist Fra Angelico have been discovered in England and are scheduled to be auctioned. The sale is expected to bring nearly US$2 million.

Viking Longhouse to be Constructed in North Dorset

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-12-02 14:42
Researchers in North Dorset, England have contracted to build a replica of a Viking longhouse. The building will be part of a living history museum.

Odescalchi Castle has Rich History

Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-12-02 10:27
Odescalchi Castle, the site of the November 18, 2006 nuptials of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, is a 15th century residence with a great deal of history including the family of Pope Innocent XI and a murderous noblewoman.

December 1st

Peers Created/Offered in Atenveldt

Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2006-12-01 18:12
At Southern Crusades, in the Kingdom of Atenveldt, TRMs Phelan II & Elzbieta II elevated Carhoo of the Barony of Atenveldt to the position of Knight of the Society.

Royal University of the Midrealm (RUM) cancelled due to weather

Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2006-12-01 13:50
Due to severe winter weather, dangerous roads, and a power outage, the fall session of the Royal University of the Midrealm (RUM) has been cancelled.

Charlemagne Story Filming in Europe

Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2006-12-01 10:15
Love and Virtue, a film about Charlemagne based on The Song of Roland and Orlando Innamorato, will feature an all-star cast including John Malkovich, Peter O'Toole, Stephen Dillane and Darryl Hannah.