Steel or concrete? A closer look at 743,398 bridges across the U.S. reveals which material wins out – by county. This colorful map based on the latest 2025 National Bridge Inventory shows how bridge-building choices differ from place to place.
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This map shows which countries have a GDP per capita (PPP) above the global average. It offers a clear visual of the world’s economic divide – where wealth is concentrated, and where it’s not.
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From forest-covered islands to today’s mix of pine plantations, pastures, and native remnants—these three maps help explain how New Zealand’s geography was reshaped by human arrival, fire, and farming.
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Forecasting hurricanes used to feel like watching a storm through frosted glass. Today, we have a much sharper view. This post explores how the “cone of uncertainty” has narrowed – and what that means for safety, science, and storm prep.
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Ever wondered why Arizona seems to ignore daylight saving time? Or why some towns in Indiana run an hour ahead of their neighbors? This map explains how U.S. time zones work, and why they don’t always make sense.
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Siestas aren’t just a Spanish thing. From Europe to Asia to Latin America, some places still make time for a midday rest. This map highlights where the tradition lives on, and why it makes sense in many parts of the world.
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This map shows the two remaining U.S. states where you can’t always pump your own gas, and explains why full-service stations still survive in a mostly self-serve country
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This map shows how China’s territory expanded and contracted over 3,000 years. From the Yellow River basin to the far edges of Central Asia, the post explores key historical events that defined China’s evolving borders.
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The South Pole is on top, Argentina is flipped, and the map shows far more than geography. This official Argentine map offers a fresh and revealing way to look at the world.
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A new map shows how many people in each European country support higher taxes on the wealthy. The differences may surprise you—see where your country stands.
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