A handful of regions drive half of the global economy. This world map shows which areas dominate and why economic activity is so concentrated in just a small fraction of the world.
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As spring arrives, the Northern Hemisphere gains daylight at different rates. See how much your region benefits from the seasonal shift with a NOAA-based map showing daylight changes across the U.S.
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EU support is at a record high, with 74% of citizens believing membership benefits their country. But why are some nations more enthusiastic than others? Discover the latest data and insights.
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Luxembourg today is just a quarter of its original size. Three territorial splits between 1659 and 1839 gave away most of its land to neighboring countries.
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Do Europeans see themselves as wealthier or poorer than they actually are? A fascinating map compares self-perception with financial data, revealing cultural, economic, and social security influences.
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A fascinating map shows how a candidate could win the U.S. presidency with just 22.9% of the vote by securing key states with the highest electoral votes per population ratio.
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Why does The Gambia look so strange on a map? Explore the historical and colonial reasons behind The Gambia’s narrow, elongated shape, how it’s divided administratively, and how this unusual geography affects the country’s economy and development.
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English is a true melting pot of languages. Explore a fascinating map that reveals the global origins of common English words, from “bikini” to “moose.”
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Global trade has shifted dramatically over the past two decades. China’s trade volume surpassed the EU’s by 2024, making it the top trading partner for much of the world. Explore the data and key factors behind this transformation.
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Most of the world uses the metric system, but it wasn’t always this way. This post explores the history of measurement systems, why countries switched, and which ones still hold onto alternatives like the imperial system.
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