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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.

You never know what—or who—you'll encounter in these national parks.

The parks offer thrill seekers, ghost hunters, and the brave alike another reason to visit.

Smells like fall.

See how America’s most-searched pumpkin-flavored items vary by region.

Mummy hot dogs.

Take your shindig to even spookier heights with these haunting snacks.

Stephen King suddenly realizes not all of his stories have been turned into movies.

It seems like virtually everything Stephen King has ever written has made it to the screen. As these seven books prove, that's not quite true.

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.

Jane Goodall.

The groundbreaking primatologist changed our understanding of what it means to be human.

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.

These shows will always have a place in our hearts.

One-episode wonders like ‘Emily’s Reasons Why Not’ and ‘Swamp Thing’ might be blips in TV history, but they’ll always hold a place in our hearts.

Turns out, Americans tend to mispronounce the name of the food above.

Americans have a tough time figuring out how to correctly pronounce these words, from ‘açai’ to ‘tzatziki’ and beyond.

The aptly and catchily named bloodybelly comb jelly.

From a ginormous relative of the garden pillbug to fish with translucent heads, these organisms are adapted to the dark, cold, pressurized environment of the deep sea.

The historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado.

Lost spirits and friendly ghosts allegedly haunt these hotels.

The Dolly Sisters in the 1920s.

From Paris's Mistinguett to Las Vegas's Lola Falana and beyond.

'Visitation' by Raphael, circa 1517.

Here are 10 fun historical alternatives to boring old ‘pregnant.’

You can hike to incredible sites, including Machu Picchu.

Tired of your local trails? Plan a hiking trip to one of these incredible ancient sites.

Some consoles use a lot more energy than others.

New research reveals the gaming consoles that consume the most energy.

Time zones throughout the world.

Time can be particularly complicated—especially when politics and war are involved.

File under “pictures you can smell.”

From Tutti Frutti to Beach Holiday, these Yankee Candle scents smelled like nostalgia.

These names are popular among dogs and cats.

Is your new pet’s name on this list?

These are the hottest coffee aesthetics trending on Google.

Discover the most popular coffee photo aesthetics people are searching for, from lattes and books to cappuccinos on the Amalfi Coast.

This setup probably costs a lot.

Check out the most and least affordable states for dinner, drinks, and a good time.

Check out the cities where getting to school isn‘t always a hassle.

Find out which cities are scoring an A+ for their school commutes.

Kayaking is pretty popular in the U.S.

How outdoorsy is your home state? A recent study analyzed a full year of search trends to find out.

The beautiful ruins of Highgate Cemetery in London.

Falling leaves, stunning statuary, and famous graves—here are a dozen picturesque international spots to rest in peace.