Methylphenidate, sold under various trade names, Ritalin being one of the most commonly known, is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the phenethylamine and piperidine classes that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. The original patent was owned by CIBA, now Novartis Corporation.
John Wayne (born Marion Robert Morrison), nicknamed Duke, was a legendary Hollywood actor who played a key role in establishing and popularizing the western genre in American cinema. He started working in films as a scenery mover to put himself through college.
Anna Nicole Smith born Vickie Lynn Hogan, born November 28, 1967 â died February 8, 2007, was an American model, actress, and television personality, who first gained her fame winning the Playboyâs Playmate of the Year in 1993.