About 95% of Egypt’s 107 million people live along the Nile and in the delta. Explore maps showing how Egypt’s population density is shaped by the river’s life-giving waters.
Read more: Why Most Egyptians Live Along the Nile: Egypt’s Uneven Population Density
From the Viking-named Shetlands to the Celtic roots of Cornwall, Britain’s county names tell stories of ancient kingdoms and forgotten peoples. This detailed map of the United Kingdom reveals the surprising meanings behind familiar place names and the historical forces that shaped them.
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Did you know that most world leaders studied in the U.S., UK, or France? Find out where the world’s current heads of government earned their highest degrees and how it reflects global political influence.
Read more: Where did each country’s head of government obtain their highest educational qualification?
This map shows the influenza death rate across U.S. states from 1999 to 2016. Learn why some states have higher rates and how to protect yourself from the flu.
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Gerrymandering allows politicians to manipulate district boundaries to secure an electoral advantage. Learn how tactics like cracking and packing distort representation and see real examples from Texas, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
Read more: Gerrymandering: How Political Maps Shape American ElectionsDid you know that Madrid shares a latitude with Cleveland, and Seville aligns with Kuwait? This fascinating map of Spain compares its climate with cities worldwide that share the same latitude.
Read more: Spain’s Latitude Twins: Comparing Climates Across the World
From kebab wars to political divides, these humorous maps offer a satirical look at Turkey’s regional diversity.
Read more: Tearing Turkey Apart: A Stereotypical Take on a Complex Nation
Discover the complex relationship between gun ownership, gun homicides, and gun laws in the U.S. Which states have the highest gun ownership rates? Where are gun homicides most common? And which states are the most gun-friendly?
Read more: Guns in America: Where Gun Ownership, Homicides, and Gun Laws Collide
French and Italian cuisines have shaped global culinary traditions. Discover how France and Italy perceive the rest of Europe’s food culture through these fascinating culinary maps from the Atlas of Prejudice.
Read more: Culinary Maps of Europe: How France and Italy See the Rest of the Continent
Find out which Irish county has the most pubs per capita, why rural pubs are under pressure, and how pub culture varies across Ireland.
Read more: Mapping Irish Pubs: Which County Has the Most Pubs Per Capita?
Which countries lose the most money to gambling? This post explores global gambling losses, the psychology behind gambling addiction, and how different governments regulate the industry.
Read more: The World’s Biggest Gamblers: Where People Lose the Most Money
Ever wondered what the most popular attraction in every country is? This world map reveals the top-rated spots worldwide, from natural wonders to historic landmarks!
Read more: Every Country’s Top Tourist Attraction – What Travelers Love Most
The world’s truly wild landscapes are vanishing. But some places still remain largely untouched. Where are they? What wildlife do they shelter? And how fast are they disappearing? Explore the Last of the Wild map and find out.
Read more: The Last of the Wild: Earth’s Remaining Untouched Landscapes