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Ginger hair festival or Red Hair Day
Less than 5% of the world's population has ginger hair, brought about by a recessive gene associated with the fair-skinned of Northern Europe. The largest population of redheads is in the USA but it is...
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Use of Bog Myrtle essential oil as a skin treatment
This UK essential oil is growing in popularity now that scientists have revealed that the the oil from the fruit of this plant could be used to prevent sun damage to skin and to treat sensitive skin,...
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This is one of my all time favourite pasta dishes and easy to throw together. It is inexpensive, quick and simple and tastes even better as leftovers the next day. It looks so simple and basic but it...
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Illustrated cover art of The New Yorker magazine
An look at some of the more memorable cover illustrations of The New Yorker magazine. The magazine has been using original cover art since it began in 1925.
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Top Ten Scottish Italians
Here, in no particular order, is a top ten list of celebrated 'Scotalians' who are the pride of both Italy and Scotland. Then a few surprising Hollywood descendants. We all know Jennifer Aniston has...
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How to do the Shim Sham
Every year, on 26th May, dedicated swing dancers all around the world will be dancing the Shim Sham in honour of the late Frankie Manning. If you’ve never tried the Shim Sham before Frankie will show...
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A Street Cat Named Bob and the history behind amazing cats
The uplifting tale of an amazing cat named Bob and some history on our relationship with cats throughout the centuries.
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Top Ten Vintage iPhone Cases
This top ten of vintage-style iPhone 4/4S cases picks the best of what's available online. A selection that can offer good protection, great vintage styling and come in at an affordable price. I hope...
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A History of Italians in Scotland
What is the history of Scottish Italian heritage? There are an estimated 80,000 Scots of Italian descent living in Scotland. It is believed that almost 70% of Scots Italians can trace their roots back...
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Swing Dance Classes in Liverpool
Are you looking for a dance class in Liverpool that is fun and sociable? Join us at Mersey Swing. It is the latest swingtastic addition to the Liverpool dance scene. There are many wonderful reasons to...
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Top 5 Scottish-Italian actors
Here is a celebration of the top 5 Scottish Italian actors plus a few Hollywood connections that may surprise you. Italians have been in Scotland for over a century and the cultures complement each...
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Ginger hair festival or Red Hair Day
Less than 5% of the world's population has ginger hair, brought about by a recessive gene associated with the fair-skinned of Northern Europe. The largest population of redheads is in the USA but it is...
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