Changes in the Concentration of Nitrogen Dioxide in the U.S. from 2005 to 2014
By Reddit user: crnaruka
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The Real Size of the World: Maps Have Been Lying to You (But Not on Purpose!)
That world map on your wall? It’s not telling you the whole truth. Here’s why countries aren’t the size you think they are, and what our world actually looks like.
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Tearing the Netherlands apart
The Netherlands means “lower countries” about its low elevation and flat topography, with just approximately 50 percent of its land topping 1 meter (3 feet 3 inches) above sea level and almost 26 percent descending under sea level. The most culmination of the territories below sea level, known as polders, is land reclamation in the 14th century.
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European colonialism refers to the period of time when European powers established and expanded their empires by acquiring territories in
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Hillary Clinton got nearly 2.9 million more votes than Donald Trump did. Still, Donald Trump called the majority in the Electoral College and won upset victories in the key Rust Belt region. Finally, Donald Trump got 304 electoral votes and Clinton just 227.
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Since 1994, the City Council and state legislature have gradually dismantled legal protections for New York City tenants, giving landlords
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Evolution of Indo-European languages
The evolution of Indo-European languages in Europe reflects the intricate interplay of historical events, cultural exchanges, and the dynamic nature of human communication. It is an ongoing process, with modern languages continuing to adapt and transform, influenced by globalization, technological advancements, and shifting societal norms.
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This interactive map creates randomly-generated state boundaries for the United States, and see who would recent presidential elections under the
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The precursor to the Russian Empire was the medieval state of Kievan Rus’, centered around Kiev (in present-day Ukraine). It was a loose federation of Slavic principalities that engaged in trade and cultural exchange with Byzantium and other European powers.
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African Americans by U.S. state over 100 years
While no state has had an African American majority since 1930 (Mississippi dipped below 50% in 1940) the D.C. had
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This exploratory map shows data from the fantastic Global Human Settlement Layer (GHSL) produced by the European Commission. Integrating huge
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