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Burke and Hare: Body Snatch and Murder

by Kim Seabrook in History, October 31, 2009
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In the grim, dark, streets of 19th century Edinburgh an illicit trade flourished in dead bodies.

Hammond Fireworks: The Explosive Story

by Lumpen Doodle in History, May 20, 2009
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How a Birmingham family almost successfully blew up the Cannongate, in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Why is “The Most Haunted Place on Earth” So Haunted?

by Shard Aerliss in Paranormal, February 15, 2009
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The Black Mausoleum, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Edinburgh houses something dark and malicious. Where did it come from? What is it?

Scottish Myths Exposed

by Alistair Briggs in History, February 8, 2009
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A look at some of the common myths about Scotland and the truth behind them. If you thought you knew about Haggis, Tartan, Bagpipes, Whisky and the Loch Ness Monster then think again as we take a look at what they really are about.

Insulting Personal Remarks From Scotland

by Alistair Briggs in Languages, January 13, 2009
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A short list of some words that people from Scotland use often to insult others.

Haunted Castles of Scotland

by Graeme S Houston in Folklore, September 8, 2008
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They cry out in despair, and those who hear it wonder; is this sound real or something less sinister?

Torture Victims

by ecrivan wordwizard in Issues, August 3, 2008
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An Edinburgh man sheds light on his torture.

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