Horses Across America: A Visual Journey Using USDA Census Data
Explore America’s equestrian landscape with maps showcasing horse distribution across counties, from top regions like Kentucky to equine density in Texas.
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Gasoline or Petrol or Essence or Benzene?
In various countries around the world, the terminology for the fuel commonly used in internal combustion engines varies based on their native languages. The most common terms are “gasoline,” “petrol,” “essence,” and “benzene.”
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The Best and Worst U.S. cities for Skin Health Mapped
We’ve all had those daytimes when our skin is not looking its best, despite doing all the right things to maintain it healthy and happy. Tons of things can impact our skin from the inside out, like health conditions and hormonal changes, but if you’re having a problem with your skin, it might also be down to some environmental factors at play where you reside.
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The World’s Minority Indigenous Peoples
The World Bank defines Indigenous Peoples as distinct social and cultural groups that share collective ancestral ties to the lands and natural resources where they live or from which they have been displaced.
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The Most Loved and Hated Cryptocurrency in Every Country and State
The last 10 years have been transformational for cryptocurrency, moving from an experimental idea in which the overwhelming bulk of early projects failed to a mainstream alternative to traditional investment where 1/3 of American small companies accept its currencies as payment for goods and services.
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Countries with Birthright Citizenship
Birthright citizenship (Jus soli) is a legislative policy under which any child born within a country’s border is automatically given citizenship in that country, even if their parents are not citizens. Currently, 35 nations in the world have unrestricted birthright citizenship.
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Berries of North America Mapped
Berries are small, rounded, juicy, and often edible fruits without stones or pits, although many seeds may be present. Typical examples are raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries.
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Ethnic map of Africa
The ethnic map of Africa is a complex mosaic reflecting the continent’s rich diversity. Africa is home to a vast array of ethnic groups, each with its distinct languages, cultures, and traditions. The distribution of ethnicities is intricately linked to historical migrations, geographical features, and political boundaries.
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A comprehensive guide to tipping in 162 countries, mapped
To tip or not to tip – that is the question. Whether or not you hand extra money to a bellhop or round up the eatery bill often relies on a country’s local traditions. For instance, if you live in the United States, you know that tipping is pretty much always expected by specific employees in the service industry, like bartenders and servers, who usually rely on tips to make up the prevalence of their earnings. In other nations, like Japan, staff will probably see a tip as insulting.
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European exploration of North America Mapped
During the Age of Exploration in the late 15th to 18th centuries, European powers embarked on expeditions to North America, driven by a quest for new trade routes, wealth, and strategic advantages. Christopher Columbus’s 1492 voyage under the Spanish flag marked the beginning of European interaction with the continent. Subsequent explorers, including those from England and France, ventured into North America, leading to territorial claims and cultural exchanges with indigenous populations. The exploration had far-reaching consequences, influencing the course of colonization, trade, and cultural dynamics on the continent.
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