rat

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David Wall, who has lived on the street for 44 years, said the piles of dumped black bags had contained dirty nappies, food waste and even a dead rat which caused a ghastly smell.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

A TikTok of “The Traitors” and “Love Island” cast member Rob Rausch handling a rat snake.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

The conservation group said it could lead to the construction of more wildlife crossings and tighter restrictions on rat poison.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

She shows off large animal heads, including a rat and a bull, and an embroidered dress with a ruffled hem made for the production of the Handel opera "Alcina".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

“Well, it’s all about being in fourth grade now. You know, a rat? Third grade angels, fourth grade rats? So I’m not an angel anymore.”

From "Fourth Grade Rats" by Jerry Spinelli