The imposing ruins of this once-mighty castle cling to the rocky cliffs of Caithness, at the southeastern end of Sinclair Bay, near Noss Head. Much of the castle’s history is shrouded in mystery, but our best guess is that it was begun in the late 14th century by the Sinclair’s, Earls of Orkney and later
The Story of Lucca, the Retired Military DogLucca, a brave U.S. Marine Corps dog, served her country with distinction and saved countless lives during her military career. Her story is one of loyalty, courage, and the special bond between a military dog and her handler. Background: Lucca was a German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix, trained as
The Story of Army Specialist Vanessa GuillénOne of the most heart-wrenching stories in recent memory is that of U.S. Army Specialist Vanessa Guillén, whose tragic death brought national attention to issues of sexual harassment and violence within the military. Background: Vanessa Guillén was a 20-year-old soldier stationed at Fort Hood, Texas. She was a dedicated
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St Conan’s Kirk is an extraordinary early 20th-century church on the shore of Loch Awe, built by Walter Douglas Campbell, brother of the 1st Lord Blythswood, and incorporating fragments of carving from Iona. In the 1870s a new railway line was built along the north shore of Loch Awe, linking Dalmally and Taynuilt. Douglas Campbell
In the annals of laundry history, the Maytag washer with rollers stands as a testament to a bygone era, where washing clothes was more than a chore—it was an art form requiring patience, perseverance, and perhaps a touch of mechanical finesse. Introduced during a time when technology was making tentative strides into the domestic sphere,
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The antics of a cheeky toddler have gone viral after his mother shared a photo showing her youngest son hilariously setting himself apart from his brothers. Landon Daniels, 18 months, has won the hearts of millions for sticking a whole fish in his mouth instead of holding it in front of his body like his
“You just stand there by the ‘end road work’ work sign and direct folks through the orange cones”, says the veteran. “But I’m not sure I can do that, that’s a big responsibility to carry for a lot of people”. “Sure you can, it’s a simple job, they’ll get the message”. After the rookie contemplated his
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Here’s my take on the one and only Chinese crispy shredded chicken, that’s coated in a delicious sweet and chilli sauce. Honestly, the flavours are amazing if I say so myself. This dish is actually one of the first takeaway recipes to ever blow up on my Instagram, so I know you guys love it too. Not only
As parents, we try to teach our kids to distinguish between good and wrong, but we frequently fall short for a variety of reasons. One father discovered that his daughter had been picking on a student with cancer at school. As parents, we try to teach our kids to distinguish between good and wrong, but
A Glimpse into History The glass fuse, with its transparent casing and intricate inner workings, may seem like an artifact from a bygone era, but its story is one of innovation and practicality. Developed in the early 20th century, these fuses were a crucial component in protecting electrical circuits from overcurrent conditions. Their glass bodies
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