China’s metro development story is remarkable – from Beijing’s first line in 1969 to becoming home to the world’s longest subway networks. Here’s how it happened..
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Taking a closer look at how New York City’s subway system shapes rental prices across neighborhoods, revealing unexpected patterns and money-saving opportunities for those willing to walk a few extra blocks.
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By analyzing climate conditions and settlement patterns worldwide, this study shows which countries offer the most land area suitable for comfortable human habitation, with Brazil leading the list.
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From police force areas to regional statistics, this analysis shows how driving offenses have evolved across the UK, with striking differences between urban and rural areas.
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Analysis of a remarkable 1863 Civil War propaganda broadside featuring an influential persuasive map that demonstrated Union territorial gains to boost Northern morale during a pivotal moment in the conflict.
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An in-depth look at America’s unique relationship with firearms, analyzing ownership patterns across states and comparing them to global statistics. With over 393 million civilian-owned firearms, the US leads the world in gun ownership – but the rates vary dramatically by state.
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Medieval trade networks were a crucial aspect of the global economy during the Middle Ages, connecting different regions of the
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Step into the world of 18th-century exploration with this revolutionary 1770 chart of the South Sea – the first published map to show Australia’s eastern coastline and New Zealand’s complete outline. Created during Captain Cook’s first voyage, this remarkable document changed our understanding of the Pacific Ocean forever.
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In the late 16th century, German theologian Heinrich Bünting created an extraordinary map that reimagined the world as a three-leaf clover with Jerusalem at its heart. This unusual map tells us much about how people viewed the world through a religious lens during the Renaissance period.
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From Brittany to Catalonia, pig farming remains a crucial part of Europe’s agricultural economy. See which regions lead this important industry.
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