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The Duomo di Milano in Milan, Italy.

Whether you’re religious or just a fan of monumental architecture, visiting a cathedral can be an awe-inspiring experience. Here are 11 masterpieces worth the journey.

Kristy Puchko


You know what she's about to ask.

Answering the same question over and over and over again can get grating. But there are important developmental reasons behind why young children are so into asking “why.”

Sam Hindman














Medicine has evolved dramatically over the last century, but that doesn’t mean unexplainable medical anomalies have disappeared. We’re covering a few of them in the latest episode of The List Show.

Kat Long






They say you should never hike alone.

For hikers who crave a little frisson of fear with their outdoor experience, these allegedly haunted trails and footpaths offer more than just crisp air and casual ascents. 

Julie Fogerson