JK Rowling Donates $15.4 Million for Multiple Sclerosis Research Clinic
The author of the famous “Harry Potter” books is giving $15.4 million (£10 million) to set up a center to research multiple sclerosis...
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Scottish Deerhound Dog Breed
Originating from Scotland, the breed was once known by names as the Scotch Greyhound, the Rough Greyhound and the Highland Deerhound. They used to be recognized as the royal dog of Scotland. However, because of strict ownership rules and with the invention of guns that can be used for hunting, the...
Shetland Sheepdog Dog Breed
Also known as the Sheltie, this herding breed originated from Scotland. Like the Rough Collie, it is a descendant of the Border Collie which was crossed with the now extinct Icelandic Yakkin. When it was first introduced as a breed it was called the Shetland Collie but a controversy ensued amongst...
What Is a Small Claims Court?
A small claims court handles minor cases that involve small claims only. Although it can perform other judicial functions, it has limited functions when it comes to handling civil cases involving private law practitioners. Around the world, small claims courts exist in the U.S., Australia, Canada,...
Cairn Terrier Dog Breed
The Cairn Terrier is one of Scotland’s original and oldest terrier breeds, originating in the 1500s from the Highlands of Scotland and the Isle of Skye. Named for the manner in which it tracks foxes, rodents and badgers by squeezing down into “cairns” (piles of small stones that marked Scottish...
Scottish Terrier Dog Breed
Popularly called the Scottie, this dog breed originated from Scotland in the 1700s. The Scottish Terrier was originally known as the Aberdeen Terrier, named after the town of Aberdeen in Scotland. This sturdy little dog with short legs weighs between 19 and 23 pounds and a height of 10 to 11 inches....
Brain Scan Leads Experts to Ethical Debate
Brain scan issue leads experts to ethical debate in Glasgow, Scotland, on Monday, June 7, 2010. Researchers have determined that brain scans, already utilized in U.S. death row trials, could potentially be used to exploit people's thoughts and preferences. Delegates, neuroscientists,...
What Is the Home Rule?
In many countries, the government is apportioned according to the level and locality it serves. For example, the state government level serves all those within its state boundaries vis-à-vis the federal government level, which serves all those within the boundaries of the federal government....
10 Most Sinister Nazi Occultists
As members of one of the most reviled and sinister organizations ever to rise to power, the Nazis were the architects of many evil and disturbing plans. Genocide, medical experimentation on humans, world war; you name it the Nazis did it. However, while living in a ruthlessly efficient military...
15 Bizarre Human Activities
Travel broadens the mind. At least that’s what they say. And with the holidays approaching, one’s mind inevitably turns to travel. For many, this means the annual pilgrimage home for big, turkey-laced family gatherings. For others, as witnessed by the film Four Christmases, others take...
