land between the lakes
The land between the lakes is a national recreation area in Kentucky and Tennessee, with a history of displacement and legends.
landfill
Landfills are sites where waste is dumped and stored, often containing microplastics and other contaminants.
land of Israel
The land of Israel, referenced as the promised land and part of God's covenant.
Land of Oz
A fictional land depicted in the Wizard of Oz, known for its bright colors.
Landry Parish
City in Louisiana where arrests related to immigration enforcement occurred.
Lane Cove
Sydney suburb close to hitting $3 million median house price.
Langres
French city in the Champagne-Ardennes region.
Langwarren
Suburb in Victoria, Australia, part of Frankston City, where some victims were found.
Lansdowne
Lansdowne, a place in Bath, is mentioned as a high area near the speaker's location.
Lanterna de Genoa
The Lighthouse of Genoa, also known as the Lanterna, is a historic lighthouse built in 1128, standing 240 feet tall and a symbol of the city.
Lanzarote
A Spanish island in the Atlantic Ocean, part of the Canary Islands, known for tourism and volcanic landscapes.
Lanzarote Island
Lanzarote Island, a geographic location in the Canary Islands where Karen's son was at the same time she was there.
Lanzhou
Chinese city in northwest China, hometown of Wu Yize.
Laodicea
The city in Asia Minor, one of the seven churches, characterized by lukewarm faith and spiritual complacency.
La Pasiaga
A cave site in Spain with layered art, including ladder-shaped symbols and red pigments, associated with Neanderthals.
Lapine
Lapine, the hometown where the family business is located and where Sheree moved back to start working in the agency.
Lapland
A geographic region known for snow and ice, where the Snow Queen's castle is located.
L'Aquila
The city of L'Aquila in Italy, affected by a major earthquake in 2009, now serving as Italy's cultural capital.
Laracos
Laracos, a location described as a grandiose funnel city in the story.
Laredo, Texas
A city in Texas, known as the gateway to Mexico, where the story begins in the 1960s
Large asteroid (parent body of Bennu)
A large asteroid that is the parent body of Bennu, a protoplanet in the early solar system.
Larik Corridor
Larik Corridor, a maritime route near Iran's coast used for shipping.
larynx
Larynx, the voice box involved in phonation and speech production.
Lascaux Caves
A geographic location known for ancient cave paintings and fragrant plants used historically for scent.
Las Vegas brothel
A legal establishment in Nevada offering sexual services, including the girlfriend experience.
Las Vegas Sphere
A large entertainment venue in Las Vegas, known for hosting events and concerts.
late-term fetus
A period during pregnancy around 35 weeks when fetal brain responses to sounds were observed.
Latin American owned restaurants
Latin American owned restaurants, businesses owned by Latin American entrepreneurs, primarily in the restaurant industry.
Laval University
Laval University is a university in Quebec, Canada.
Lavin Hospital
A hospital in Dublin, Ireland, providing healthcare services including ICU and specialized treatments.
Lawag City
A city in the Philippines, hosting U.S. military drills and regional security activities.
law library at a courthouse
A law library in Colorado where Bundy escaped from custody.
Lawrence Livermore lab
Research laboratory in California known for nuclear research and fusion energy development.
Lawrenceville, New Jersey
A geographic location in New Jersey where the narrator was born.
lawyers
A legal practice or dental office, part of the early customer base for David Danischkar's company.
LAX Renaissance Hotel
A high-end hotel located near Los Angeles International Airport, where suspects were tracked.
Lazio healthcare system
A regional healthcare system in Lazio, Italy, including the emergency number 116 117 for medical assistance.
LEAFA
The ship LEAFA, a vessel in the Irish Navy where Marie Gleeson served as captain.
Leakey
Leakey, a town in Texas near the giraffe's last sighting.
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Leaning tower located in Pisa, Italy, known for its unintended tilt and historical stabilization efforts.
Leash Bogland
A large natural area in Ireland, known for its boglands and ecological significance.
Lebanese army vehicle
The Lebanese army vehicle targeted in Israeli strikes
Lebanese towns
Lebanese towns, regions in Lebanon affected by conflict.
Leblon
Brazilian neighborhood, known for its beaches and upscale atmosphere.
Le Constellation
A bar located in the Swiss ski resort town of Kranz, Montana, popular among young people.
Leduc
Canadian city in Alberta, near Edmonton, known for its hockey community.
Leeds Beckett University
British researcher at Leeds Beckett University.
Leek Slip
A village in Ireland, known for its historic and scenic significance.
Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden is a city in Friesland, Netherlands, known as the birthplace of Mata Hari.
Leeward Islands
Cricket team representing the Leeward Islands, a group of Caribbean islands.