RIP – 244-year old Encyclopedia Britannica
Posted by: prabirghose
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-07-27 23:01:13 -0700 | odd-news
It is the end of an era. Her Highness the Encyclopedia Britannica, the Grand Old Dame of Knowledge Bank, has breathed her last after nearly two and a half centuries – after 244-years to be precise. Born in Scotland in...
Underclothing of Queen Victoria auctioned for $15,000
Posted by: Vicky247
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-04-24 14:45:31 -0700 | odd-news
It is ironical these days that some people are still interested in having old but bizarre thing as a precious collection. Same thing happens for Queen Victoria’s bloomers. The secret garment of her highness was sold for £9,375 ($15,020), wore...
After failure in the U.S., Google TV will be launched in Europe in 2012
Posted by: kingston23
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-04-17 13:12:25 -0700 | odd-news
Although it has not yet taken off in the United States, the design of Google TV will be launched in Europe in early 2012. The information was given by Chairman of the Board of Directors of the company, Eric Schmidt...
William and Kate return to quieter life after their U.S. tour
Posted by: rsa76
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 13:54:17 -0700 | odd-news
Prince William and his wife Catherine are planning to return to a quieter life after the excitement of the wedding of April 29 and their recent triumphant tour in Canada and California, according to their news service."Since their marriage, they...
With 7000 & Counting, World's Most Pierced Woman Weds: Groom Couldn't Be More Different
Posted by: VeronicaS
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-07-27 19:17:05 -0700 | odd-news
June 11, 2011, Edinburgh, Scotland]-----In bizarre news, the world's most pierced woman married her ordinary looking groom in Edinburgh, Scotland. According to The Telegraph, the two couldn't be more different for 46-year-old Elaine Davidson, originally from Brazil, has almost 7000...
World's most pierced woman weds!
Posted by: SofiaAmbrosia
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-07-27 07:29:54 -0700 | odd-news
If there’s anything such as solid proof that there’s someone for everyone it has to be Ms Elaine Davidson who didn’t compromise her true – pierced – self to be conventional and please others… Especially not to find her man...
Queen begins first state visit to Republic of Ireland
Posted by: ZeeshanBashir
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 05:51:03 -0700 | odd-news
The Queen has been welcomed on her first visit to the Republic of Ireland by President Mary McAleese. After flying into Baldonnel military airbase, outside Dublin, for the four-day visit, the Queen emerged wearing a symbolic green coat and hat....
Historical majority of nationalism in Scotland
Posted by: anonymous
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 10:53:16 -0700 | odd-news
Is affable, intelligent and connected as one with the electorate through a refined dose of natural sympathy and populism. "I like Salmond, have energy," said one voter in Edinburgh to exit polling. The Economist, 57 achieved in the regional elections...
Cold War nuclear bunker for sale in Scotland
Posted by: Rebecca Smith
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 18:32:57 -0700 | odd-news
A Cold War nuclear bunker in Scotland has been put on the property market by its owners, Comrie Development Trust (CDT). The nuclear bunker is located beneath the rolling Scottish hills of the former Cultybraggan Camp, over a mile south...
Haggis ban in USA: Scottish challenge the ban
Posted by: anonymous
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2013-04-22 04:14:44 -0700 | odd-news
23rd January 2011, Scotland. On 25th January 2011 it will be Burns Night. Although this is a Scottish celebration it is enjoyed by many around the world. Some are ex Scottish citizens whilst other just enjoy the excuse to get...
First Pandas in UK Scotland from China
Posted by: adnansaghir
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-04-04 23:56:03 -0700 | odd-news
The uncommon animals are extremely popular and it has taken more than five years of political dialogues at the eminent level to carry the Chinese that the youthful giant pandas will be well taken care of. The two seven-year-old pandas...
The Met Office warns more heavy snow in Europe
Posted by: safdarjaved
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 19:40:11 -0700 | odd-news
The Met office warned in Europe for more heavy snow in England, Edinburgh and Scotland. Dozens of people stayed at Gatwick overnight due to snow and are facing very difficulties. Thousands of people who planned for travelling for Christmas stucked...
Memorial for a bear that fought in the World War II
Posted by: prabirghose
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-11-02 04:41:56 -0700 | odd-news
Edinburgh is building a $318,000 memorial to honor a brown bear who was deeply involved in the World War II and fought the Nazis – his name ‘Private Wojtek’ which when translated means ‘the happy warrior’. The 500-pound brown bear...
Isa Blyth, the 106-year-old virgin
Posted by: Pijush Mitra
Edinburgh :: United Kingdom | updated 2012-07-28 00:51:17 -0700 | odd-news
Isa Blyth, the Scottish woman, has recently celebrated her 106th year birthday. Isa, who has always lived in Edinburgh, believes her virginity is the main reason for her longer life. According to Sheena Campbell, 67, Isa’s niece, she never had...
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