1.   An honors list of calculated outrage would have to include Diogenes, the Greek philosopher who dramatized the virtues of the simple life by living in a tub.

2.   A credible honors list reflects well on governments.

3.   The closest thing to a British-style honors list in meritocratic America are the national Medals of Science, Technology and the Arts.

4.   What about the publication of honor roll lists based on grade-point averages, or a list of perfect attendees?

5.   Belgium honored its most famous sporting son when King Albert named cycling legend Eddy Merckx a baron in the National Day honors list.

6.   Belgium honored its most famous sporting son Friday when King Albert named cycling legend Eddy Merckx a baron in the National Day honors list.

7.   Former prime minister Jim Bolger has been awarded the highest honor in the New Zealand royal New Year honors list.

8.   In awarding him the OBE in her New Year honors list, the queen was also honoring a prominent critic of her governor, Chris Patten.

9.   Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson received knighthood when Queen Elizabeth II presented her honors list Saturday.

10.   Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson will receive a knighthood when Queen Elizabeth II presents her honors list on Saturday.