Those who work on "Mad Men, " which begins its sixth season on April 7, speak reverently of Mr. Weiner's talent and intelligence but also of his demanding nature and occasional temper.

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You have done a nice job of describing how one type of manic episode looks, but in suggesting that what you see might be a temper tantrum you have also identified the challenge that faces us every time we try to give a name to psychiatric troubles.

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The stronger euro will temper the rise in the dollar price of oil, but it will also blunt the competitiveness of Germany's exports.

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But this was also the man, according to friend and Scottish Office Minister Helen Liddell, whose temper could erupt and who "could spot a fool at 10 paces".

BBC: Scotland News Online's Mick McGlinchey reports.