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Shifting position of the North magnetic pole mapped

Dive into the captivating shifts of Earth’s North Magnetic Pole over centuries, uncovering its implications for navigation, the science behind geomagnetic reversals, and the evolving strength of our planet’s magnetic field.

European territories under the rule of France Mapped

Historical Maps Political maps

March 2, 2025 Alex

How Long Was Your Region Part of France? A Look at European Territories Under French Rule

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?

Economic maps

February 28, 2025 Alex

The Dramatic Shift in Global Trade: How China Displaced the U.S. on the World Stage

See how global trade dominance has shifted between the U.S. and China from 2000 to 2024 with a compelling world map. What’s next for global trade? Find out here.

U.S. counties that voted more Democrat in 2024 than in 2020

Political maps

February 26, 2025 Alex

The U.S. Counties That Shifted Left in 2024

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.

World map: Countries where majority of population is born in 21st century

Demography

February 25, 2025 Alex

A World Map of Youth: Countries Where Most People Were Born in the 21st Century

Did you know that in some countries, most people were born after the year 2000? This world map reveals where the majority of the population is from the 21st century, offering a fascinating look at global demographics. See which countries are leading the youth boom and which ones are aging out of this category.

US state's Population Change (2020-2024)

Demography News Vivid maps

February 24, 2025 Alex

The Fastest-Growing and Shrinking U.S. States Since 2020

Some U.S. states are booming while others are shrinking. See how each state’s population has changed since 2020, what’s driving these shifts, and where people are moving the most.

Historical Maps

February 22, 2025 Alex

Rome and Re-Rome: A Map That Puts Two Empires Side by Side

Mussolini wanted to bring back the Roman Empire. This map shows how far he got—and just how much the two empires really had in common.

Food

February 22, 2025 Alex

The Great American Soda Map: Why Your State Drinks What It Drinks

A new survey shows Americans’ favorite sodas by state, and the results are not what you’d expect. Why is Mountain Dew so popular up north? Let’s take a closer look.

1820's map of Rio de Janeiro over the current city, showing the landfills that were done

Cities

February 20, 2025 Alex

Underwater to Underground: How Rio de Janeiro Stole Land from the Sea

Rio de Janeiro is a city that has been reshaped over centuries—not just culturally and architecturally, but also in its

Anthropology News Vivid maps

February 17, 2025 Alex

Where Is Blonde Hair Most Common in Europe? A Look at the Map

Ever wondered where blonde hair is most common in Europe? This map unveils the striking distribution of natural blondes, with Finland, Sweden, and Estonia leading the way. Discover the genetic and historical reasons behind this unique trait!