Swinton descended from Scots king Sep 20, 2009
Oscar-winning actress Tilda Swinton is a direct descendant of Robert the Bruce, genealogists have said. Researchers in Edinburgh discovered that the Michael Clayton star was 19 generations removed from the 14th-century Scottish king. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Smarter anti-piracy: The spider and the web Aug 30, 2009
SCOTTISH legend has it that Robert the Bruce once took shelter in a cave, where he noticed a spider repeatedly trying, and failing, to build a web. The struggle against online piracy is beginning to feel the same way. (The Economist)
Dinners and drums highlight PGA dinner Aug 13, 2009
There was a crown above the logo at the British Open, a reference to remains of the castle belonging to Robert the Bruce near the ninth green. The logo for the PGA Championship has "2" in the Wanamaker Trophy because it's the second PGA held at Hazeltine. (MSNBC -- Sports)
In the footsteps of Robert the Bruce - drinking in history part ofTurnberry's charm Jul 16, 2009
In the footsteps of Robert the Bruce - drinking in history part of Turnberry's ... In the footsteps of Robert the Bruce - drinking in history part of Turnberry's charm ... "I played some golf," said Pampling, summing up his practice round, "and I saw where Robert the Bruce is from.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Smith: Turnberry lighthouse endures Jul 16, 2009
The scorecard reflects an assortment of Scottish names, like Ailsa Craig, No. 1, in reference to the big volcanic rock, just off shore; Bruce Castle, No. 9, for Robert the Bruce, onetime king of Scotland; and No. 18, Duel in the Sun. This, of course, refers to the aforementioned epic Watson-Nicklaus scrimmage for the Open championship. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Competitors at Turnberry cast their fate to the wind Jul 15, 2009
In a way, the 138th British Open doesn't seem that old -- not when you're told the lighthouse overlooking one of the holes at Turnberry, Scotland, began flashing signals as far back as 1837 and sits above the ruins of a castle where a hometown hero by the name of Robert the Bruce was born in 1274. Now that's history. (Nola.com -- Sports)
BRITISH OPEN Turnberry provides history beyond golf Jul 15, 2009
"I played some golf," said Pampling, summing up his practice round, "and I saw where Robert the Bruce is from." ... The remains of Robert the Bruce's castle allegedly are beneath the famous lighthouse that serves as Turnberry's most enduring landmark, its image stamped on everything from hats to shirts to ball marks in the clubhouse pro shop ... "I thought Robert the Bruce was buried up there or something," Pampling said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Turnberry an intriguing mix of golf and history Jul 14, 2009
"I played some golf," said Pampling, summing up his practice round, "and I saw where Robert the Bruce is from.". The remains of Robert the Bruce's castle are allegedly beneath the famous lighthouse that now serves as Turnberry's most enduring landmark, its image stamped on everything from hats to shirts to ball marks in the clubhouse pro shop ... "I thought Robert the Bruce was buried up there or something," Pampling conceded. (MSNBC -- Sports)
British Open trivia quiz Jul 14, 2009
c.) The castle of Robert the Bruce was being rebuilt. 9. (MSNBC -- Sports)
History, weather part of scene at British Open host Turnberry Jul 14, 2009
Home this week to the 138th British Open, spectators and golfers alike will see ruins of the castle where Robert the Bruce, Scottish King from 1306-1329, was born. Abutting the craggy coast is an iconic lighthouse that first directed ships in 1837. (USA Today -- Sports)
'Boyle is not a very good singer and everybody should calm down'... Apr 18, 2009
Robert the Bruce said. Rob Leigh - you're a c*nt. (The Drudge Report)
Independence for Scotland, and other letters Mar 6, 2009
H.D.S. Greenway ("Not quite the last of England," Views, March 4) is to be applauded for a much fairer approach to the question of Scottish independence than a significant proportion of the local Scottish media. However, he still perpetuates a worn stereotype. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
Scotland's independence day Mar 3, 2009
But something of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and the independence of yore lingered in the Scottish heart. Ten years ago, Scotland got its own parliament back, with limited powers. (Boston Globe)
The greatest conservative movies Feb 16, 2009
The quintissential liberal character in the movie was the former Robert The Bruce, a man whose care for his own people was overshadowed by actions intended to acquire power ... Conservative politicians are acting like Robert the Bruce today by fighting action on today s current economic issues, even though it is supported by the people and will help them, because they want to try and hold political power for themselves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
