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US - Sep 7, 2026 - A Scottish clan kept a human skull for centuries because legend said removing it would bring ruin; now scientists are testing the story - A human skull tied to an intriguing Highland legend is now under forensic scrutiny. Passed down through generations of the Grant family, this relic comes with an intriguing warning. Experts from the Grantown Museum are delving into its origins and the captivating story behind it. This investigation seeks to unveil the true identity of the skull after centuries of mystery.

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