Political Maps show governmental and administrative borders of countries, provinces, states, and counties, the location of major cities, and other political units.
Some countries placed their capital cities on islands instead of their mainland. Learn why that happened, what the benefits and downsides are, and how infrastructure keeps these island capitals connected.
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EU support is at a record high, with 74% of citizens believing membership benefits their country. But why are some nations more enthusiastic than others? Discover the latest data and insights.
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A fascinating map shows how a candidate could win the U.S. presidency with just 22.9% of the vote by securing key states with the highest electoral votes per population ratio.
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Why does The Gambia look so strange on a map? Explore the historical and colonial reasons behind The Gambia’s narrow, elongated shape, how it’s divided administratively, and how this unusual geography affects the country’s economy and development.
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A new survey reveals how Canadians feel about the idea of joining the U.S. as the 51st state. Spoiler: most say no. But why? Let’s explore the history, identity, and relationship between Canada and the U.S.
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This map reveals the European territories that have been under French rule for different periods, from the heart of modern France to former French possessions. How has this shaped culture, language, and identity across the continent?
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Some counties voted more Democratic in 2024 than in 2020—why? Utah’s changing conservative base, Colorado’s new arrivals, and shrinking populations in Oklahoma could be part of the story.
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Following a recent U.S. executive order, the waters between the United States and Mexico now have two official names. While Mexico and most of the world still call it the Gulf of Mexico, U.S. government maps label it as the Gulf of America. This naming shift reveals how geographic labels can become unexpected points of international discussion.
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What if election results shaped other worlds? See how Trump’s votes create Mars-like peaks and valleys, while Harris’s support carves the lunar surface – revealing Earth’s political divide through planetary terrain.
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In 1921, Canadian military planners created Defense Scheme No. 1 – an innovative strategy to counter potential US invasion through tactical raids and strategic disruption while awaiting British reinforcements.
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