Stephen Hawking: 'There is no heaven; it's a fairy story'. 1  In an exclusive interview with the Guardian, the cosmologist shares his thoughts on death, M-theory, human purpose and our chance existence. 2  In an exclusive interview with the Guardian, the cosmologist shares his thoughts on death, M-theory, human purpose and our chance existence.
Tariff of Abominations. The Tariff of Abominations was a protective tariff passed by the Congress of the United States on May 19, 1828, designed to protect industry in the northern United States.
What is a 'Tariff'. A tax imposed on imported goods and services. Tariffs are used to restrict trade, as they increase the price of imported goods and services, making them more expensive to consumers. A specific tariff is levied as a fixed fee based on the type of item (e.g., $1,000 on any car).