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16-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Harvard's ‘Unoffical' Copy of the Magna Carta Turns Out to Be Real
A Magna Carta classified by Harvard as an unofficial copy for almost 80 years has been declared as an original issued by Edward I from 1300, the university has announced. The discovery means that there are now seven surviving copies of the first document to effectively establish that no English monarch was above the law. According to The Guardian, the discovery was made by David Carpenter, a professor of medieval history at King's College London, who examined the 1327 document via the Harvard law school online library. 'I was trawling through all these online statute books trying to find unofficial copies of the Magna Carta,' he said, adding that he 'immediately thought: my god this looks for all the world like an original of Edward I's confirmation of Magna Carta in 1300, though of course appearances are deceptive.' More from Robb Report Inside a $9.5 Million L.A. Mansion That Starred in the Movie 'Home Again' Audio-Technica Just Dropped a New Flagship Turntable You Can See Through Former 'Queer Eye' Star Thom Filicia Reimagined This $18.5 Million Cottage in the Hamptons Together with Nicholas Vincent, a professor of medieval history at the University of East Anglia, Carpenter tested the document for authenticity using, among other tools, spectral imaging and ultraviolet light. The key, Vincent told the Guardian, was in the handwriting: 'One extraordinary little detail about the handwriting is the initial E at the start of Edwardus. The next letter—the D—of Edwardus is also a capital, which is quite unusual. And yet you find that capital D in one of the other six originals.' The Magna Carta acted as a royal charter of rights and was first issued in 1215 by King John to make peace with a group of rebellious barons. The original charter failed to appease the rebellion, and England plunged into civil war. But its tenets endured, at least in some iteration: Subsequent reissues of the charter ultimately enshrined in law protections against illegal arrests and seizures of property, swift, judicial process, and a limit on taxation—all of which would be leveraged as justification for the American Revolution. Carpenter called Harvard's copy 'one of the world's most valuable documents.' He added: 'It asserts a fundamental principle that the ruler is subject to the law. He can't just say: 'Into prison, off with your head, I'm seizing your property.' If he wants to act against you, he has to do so by legal process. It's the foundation stone of the western tradition of law and democracy.' Within the history of Magna Carta, the 1300 confirmation by Edward I holds particular importance, as it was the final and most authoritative official reissue. Harvard's online library notes that the document was bought $27.50 in 1946 and had previously been sold by a member of the Royal Air Force (RAF) to the London book dealers Sweet & Maxwell for £42. Carpenter and Vincent said the copy likely was issued to the former parliamentary borough of Appleby in Cumbria and passed down to the Lowthers, an aristocratic family prominent in the 18th century, who then passed it down to Thomas Clarkson, an abolitionist. From there, through Clarkson's estate, it was acquired by Forster Maynard. Vincent said: 'It was then passed down through an evil aristocratic family of the 18th century, the Lowthers, who then gave it to Thomas Clarkson, who was the leading slavery abolitionist. And then, through Clarkson's estate, it went to this fellow, Forster Maynard, an RAF commander and the first flying ace of World War I.' It's unclear as to why Harvard's copy was classified for nearly a century as unofficial. 'Everyone in 1945 was a bit tired,' Vincent said. Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
It's smaller than a grain of rice, but it could save your pet's life: 10 facts to know
HONOLULU (KHON2) — May is National Chip Your Pet Month. It's a time to focus on a small step that makes a big difference: microchipping your pet. Every year, about 10 million pets are lost in the United States and many never find their way home. A simple, low-cost chip under the skin is often the only way to reunite with your furry friend if they get lost. Here's what every pet owner needs to know to keep their pet safe and home where they belong. About the size of a grain of rice, a microchip is a small electronic device implanted just under your pet's skin between the shoulders. It's not a GPS. Instead, it holds a unique ID number. When scanned at a vet clinic or shelter, that number connects to your contact information—if you've registered it. The chip lasts for life and is safe for dogs and cats of all ages. It doesn't need a battery and doesn't hurt your pet. Having the chip isn't enough. You must register your name and contact details with the microchip company or through a free database. This is how someone can reach you if your pet is found. There is no fee to register your basic contact information. Any extra charges you may see are for optional services and not the chip itself. Since 2020, the City and County of Honolulu has required that all dogs three months and older and all cats four months and older be microchipped. This law replaced the old dog licensing system. Unlike a collar or tag, a microchip can't be lost or removed. It's a simple, one-time procedure that helps your pet stay in compliance with local rules and safe from getting stuck in a microchips are a secure form of ID, they're not visible. That's why vets and animal experts recommend that pets, especially dogs, also wear a collar with an ID tag. This way, a friendly neighbor can return your pet without needing a chip scanner. If your cat goes outside, the law says they must wear a collar and tag starting at six months old. Microchips are available at most veterinary clinics and at animal welfare nonprofits like the Hawaiian Humane Society. The process is quick and similar to getting a vaccination. No surgery or anesthesia is needed, and your pet can go home right away. If your pet already has a microchip but you don't know the number, a vet or shelter can scan them to find out. If you're traveling or just want extra peace of mind, you can list more than one contact on your pet's microchip registration. This could be a family member, your veterinarian or your pet sitter. If something happens and you can't be reached, someone else can speak for your pet. This is especially helpful during holidays or natural disasters when people may be harder to reach. If you rehome your pet or adopt one from someone else, be sure to contact the chip's manufacturer and update the owner info. Each company handles this differently, but common ones include AVID, HomeAgain and 24PetWatch. The microchip number stays the same, but the information connected to it should reflect the pet's new home. Microchips have helped pets get home even after being lost for years. One well-known case involved a cat named George, who was reunited with his family 13 years after he disappeared. That was thanks to his microchip. His story proves just how powerful this tiny tool can be. Most shelters and animal control officers now scan for chips as a first step when finding a lost pet. Once your pet is chipped, ask your vet to scan it once a year to make sure it still works. Chips rarely fail, but it's always good to double-check. Also, update your contact information whenever it changes. If you move, get a new phone number or change your email address, go online and update your pet's microchip record. Use May as your reminder: Is your pet microchipped? Have you registered your contact info? Do you need to update anything? If you've been putting it off, now is the time. Take your pet to the vet for a quick chip check. While you're there, spoil them with treats, a walk or a new toy to say thanks for being your best friend. Your pet depends on you for everything: food, shelter and love. But if something unexpected happens and they wander off, a microchip could be the only voice they have. It's small, inexpensive and takes just minutes to get; but it could make all the difference in keeping your family together. Click for more information on chipping your pet from the Hawaiian Humane Society. Get news on the go with KHON 2GO, KHON's morning podcast, every morning at 8 This Chip Your Pet Month, do the responsible thing. Get your pet microchipped, check your registration and help spread the word. Because keeping pets safe means keeping them home. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
