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The largest Scottish freshwater pearl found in living memory will be staying in Scotland after selling for almost £94,000 at auction, said to be a world record.The Abernethy Pearl was discovered in 1967 and was named after its finder, William (Bill) Abernethy, known as Scotland’s last pearl fisherman.The pearl was bought by a Scottish buyer when it went under the hammer in Edinburgh at Lyon & Turnbull on Wednesday.It sold for £93,951 which the auctioneers said was a world record for this type of pearl and was well beyond the estimate of between £40,000-£60,000.The piece, which went to a Scottish...

Famous freshwater pearl to stay in Scotland after selling for more than £93,000

Mark Littler, owner of The Whiskey Wash and whisky expert. In 2018 Diageo announced a $190 million (£150 million) plan to invigorate scotch whisky tourism. Little did it know that 2019 would be the last normal year of tourism in Scotland until 2023. Two years after the ambitious announcement...

Diageo’s Scotch Whisky Tourism Boom As Visitors Pass 1 Million

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

A biker who died following a crash near Wick last week has been named by police. Peter Davies, 61, from Wick, was riding a Ducati motorcycle when he was involved in a collision with a Ford Transit van on the A882 at about 19:50 on Tuesday. Sgt Calum Macaulay said:...

Police name biker killed in crash with van

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

A crisp packet from the 1970s was found on the ground inside the gate of Janet Midwinter's garden in Sennen, Cornwall. The amateur archaeologist thought it must have blown in off the back of a truck having been dug up after being buried in some soil or rubble. The packet,...

Crisp packet from 1970s blew into Sennen garden

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged after police recovered an estimated £210,000 worth of cocaine from a car in Glasgow. Officers discovered the drugs during a search of a vehicle on Glenalmond street. The man is due to appear in court in connection with the recovery on...

Man arrested as police seize £210k worth of cocaine

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Mike Lynch was on board the Bayesian yacht which sank off the coast of Palermo, Italy, amid stormy conditions on Monday and a desperate search was underway for him and other tourists

Mike Lynch and teenage daughter Hannah confirmed as bodies found in sunken superyacht

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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 Figures from the business and technology sectors have paid tribute to Mike Lynch after the tech mogul’s death was confirmed on Thursday.Mr Lynch was confirmed to have died aged 59 after a luxury yacht, Bayesian, sank off the coast of Sicily.He was the creator of software giant Autonomy, which grew to become one of the most prominent tech firms on the planet.David Tabizel, Mr Lynch’s co-founder at Autonomy, said: “It looks like we’ve lost our dear Dr Mike Lynch. RIP. The world has lost a genius. His family have lost a giant of a man.”As well as Autonomy, Mr...

Tributes paid to Mike Lynch after tech mogul’s death confirmed

A department store will shut its doors for good in Northampton town centre this weekend. Next will have its final day of trading on Saturday and will be replaced by an as yet unknown retailer. Mark Mullen, the operations manager for Northampton Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID), said the...

Major retailer to close permanently in town centre

A huge fire has torn through a car dealership after the blaze broke out overnight. Plumes of smoke and orange flames could be seen rising from Ron Skinner and Sons on the Tarfarnaubach Industrial Estate in Tredegar, Blaenau Gwent. There have been no reported injuries, but some nearby residents described...

Probe begins into huge fire at car dealership

Plymouth, MA

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Jacksonville, FL

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The King made friends with a Shetland pony at a ceremony marking his official arrival at Balmoral.The mascot of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, Shetland pony Corporal Cruachan IV, was part of the guard of honour welcoming Charles as takes up residence at the castle during his summer break.Charles patted the pony as he inspected the troops.The ceremony was held outside the gates of Balmoral Castle on Monday, with a guard of honour formed of the Balaklava Company, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, under the command of Major Neil Cargill.The Band of The Royal Regiment of Scotland and The Pipes and Drums of the Royal Corps of Signals performed traditional tunes including Highland Cathedral and The Rose of Kelvingrove.The King spoke to some in the crowd of about 50 who gathered to watch the ceremony.

King pats Shetland pony mascot as a guard of honour marks his Balmoral arrival

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Scotch Whisky Legends: Ledaig 1972 18 Year Old James MacArthur

Beth Squires is the Deputy Editor at The Whiskey Wash and whiskey bottle investment specialist. Occasionally, whiskies from a specific distillery with a certain vintage will...

Scotch Whisky Legends: Ledaig 1972 18 Year Old James MacArthur

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