Haiku

A type of Japanese poetry always 3 lines in length. The lines always have 5, 7, and 5 syllables.

Haiku usually focuses on highly evocative allusions and comparisons, often on the subject of nature or one of the seasons.

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ July 30, 2011

IRA

Irish Republican Army. Formed in 1969 as the clandestine armed wing of the political movement Sinn Fein, the IRA is devoted both to removing British forces from Northern Ireland and to unifying Ireland. The IRA conducted attacks until its cease-fire in 1997 and agreed to disarm as a part of the 1998 Belfast Agreement, which established the basis for peace in Northern Ireland. Dissension within the IRA over support for the Northern Ireland peace process resulted in the formation of two more radical splinter groups: Continuity IRA (CIRA), and the Real IRA (RIRA) in mid to late 1990s. The IRA, sometimes referred to as the PIRA to distinguish it from RIRA and CIRA, is organized into small, tightly-knit cells under the leadership of the Army Council.

Traditional IRA activities have included bombings, assassinations, kidnappings, punishment beatings, extortion, smuggling, and robberies. Before the cease-fire in 1997, the group had conducted bombing campaigns on various targets in Northern Ireland and Great Britain, including senior British Government officials, civilians, police, and British military targets. The groups refusal in late 2004 to allow photographic documentation of its decommissioning process was an obstacle to progress in implementing the Belfast Agreement and stalled talks. The group previously had disposed of light, medium, and heavy weapons, ammunition, and explosives in three rounds of decommissioning. However, the IRA is believed to retain the ability to conduct paramilitary operations. The groups extensive criminal activities reportedly provide the IRA and the political party Sinn Fein with millions of dollars each year; the IRA was implicated in two significant robberies in 2004, one involving almost $50 million.

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ August 17, 2011

DJ Skee

With a listening audience over 1 million strong every week, DJ Skee has become known as the definitive DJ for the West Coast. From producing street classics including Game's infamous "300 Bars" to consistently putting out the hottest and most listened to mixtapes in the streets, DJ Skee has risen to the exclusive elite upper circle of the entertainment business. With a long and accomplished background in the music business (from starting off the radio at only 15 years old, to working full-time at Loud Records at age 16), Skee has successfully made his mark in the industry. In addition to his skills behind the turntables ("the best DJ in the world"- The Game), Skee founded and runs one of the most acknowledged and acclaimed youth communication firm's in the market, Hype, and has handled the introduction and marketing for such including the T-Mobile Sidekick, Chrysler 300C, Dodge Magnum & Charger, amongst a client base including MTV, Nike, Philips, Playboy, Universal, Roc-A-Fella, Daimler-Chrysler, SRC, Fox Searchlight, Jordan Brand, and Motorola to name a few.

Skee is looked to as the ultimate tastemaker and trendsetter through his past success (anything touched turns to gold), being branded as a marketing genius by everyone from platinum selling recording artists to Fortune 500 company CEO's. For the future, DJ Skee plans to continue building his empire and brands while expanding his reach through a slate of upcoming projects including television, film, radio expansion, production, marketing, a forthcoming world tour and much more!

“The following is a DJ Skee presentation..D-d-d DJ Skeeeee..World Premier.”

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ October 06, 2009

Manriki Gusari

The Manriki Gusari was a chain usually about 3 feet long, and weighted at both ends. It was developed as a self-defence weapon but was also a wicked offensive weapon in the hands of a ninja. It was small and easily concealed in the palm of the ninja's hand, or in a sash.

While holding one end of the chain, the Manriki Gusari could be swung around and used as a whip. The weighted end could cause a great deal of damage.

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ July 16, 2011

Buddhism

Buddhism is a religion which has its beginnings with Siddharta Gautama, a prince who gave up material possessions in order to meditate, always searching for the reasons of life. He came up with the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, things which also Buddhists live by. Siddharta became known as the Buddha, and despite those fat, bald little Buddhas you may have seen, looked nothing like them.

Buddhism generally calls for a passive way of life, giving up material possessions in the search for truth and enlightenment. This is usually done through hours and hours of meditation.

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ December 02, 2010

Communism

Communism is a socioeconomic structure and political ideology that promotes the establishment of an egalitarian, classless, stateless society based on common ownership and control of the means of production and property in general.

"The theory of Communism may be summed up in one sentence: Abolish all private property." - Karl Marx

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ November 15, 2009

Baha'i Faith

A monotheistic religion founded by the prophet Baha'u'llah during the 19th century in Persia which emphasizes the spiritual unity of mankind. Baha'u'llah means "The Glory of God," in Arabic. A follower of this religion is known as a Baha'i. Baha'i means "Follower of Glory" or "Follower of the Light." Baha'is have been persecuted in Iran because it is not an official religion in that country. Which is why their headquarters is in Israel. The official religions of Iran are Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and Zoroastrianism. Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad once stated that "When we speak of religion, we refer to 'divine' religion. In our country, we follow that law. A law that is based on the majority vote of the people."

While the Baha'i Faith promotes the unity of mankind, it condemns homosexuality. This "may" not be the case for all Baha'is however. Just like how some Christians do not oppose homosexuality. Along with believing in one God, Baha'is believe that all prejudice is destructive and must be overcome and they believe that science and religion are one. They also believe that all major religions come from God and both men and women are viewed as equals. Their holy books are primarily the Kitab-i-Aqdas and the Kitab-i-Iqan.

by ♫ Highway to Hell ♫ August 05, 2011