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Johnson defined ‘oats’ as “a grain, which in England is generally given to horses, but in Scotland supports the people”—but that is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the slights, barbs, and quips in his dictionary.

Paul Anthony Jones




The allegedly cursed ghost town of Bodie, California.

From ruined castles in Europe to a pebbled beach in Thailand, these supposedly hexed global destinations carry warnings for all who dare to visit them.

Claire Cock-Starkey










A coyote spotted in Alaska.

Coyotes that live in the eastern United States are hybrids with both dog and wolf DNA. Here are some more facts about the resourceful predator.

Michele Debczak
Whoops!

In the latest episode of The List Show, we’re diving deep into a few of our favorite phrasal gaffes, from death nails and tenderhooks to bold-faced lies and beyond.

Ellen Gutoskey