rat

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Still, threats remain: Rat poison, electrocution on power lines, lead poisoning, West Nile virus and avian flu top the list.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Her performance as the Rat Queen in "The Nutcracker" for almost a month drew praise for its sophistication.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

A woman who was believed to be dead and about to be cremated at the Wat Rat Prakhong Tham Buddhist temple in the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, has been found alive by staff.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

Los Angeles and Las Vegas steakhouses, he believes, lean into the Rat Pack era of red leather booths and massive shrimp cocktails.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

“We should have a song about the Rat Cook,” he was muttering, as he staggered past Theon, leaning on his knights.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin