Once widespread, cheetahs now occupy only a fraction of their historic range. Learn about the distribution of cheetah subspecies, why their numbers are declining, and what’s being done to save them.
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Paid sick leave laws vary widely across the United States. This map highlights which states require it, where it’s preempted, and how these policies affect workers.
Read more: Who Gets Paid Sick Leave in the U.S.?
Unveil the top-rated tourist spots in each UK county. Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, or culture enthusiast, our guide highlights must-visit attractions that showcase the rich diversity of the United Kingdom.
Read more: Every United Kingdom county’s top rated tourist attraction
Published in 1940, this Los Angeles Examiner map portrays the Soviet Union as a menacing “Russian Spider” spreading across Eurasia. Decades before the Cold War, it fueled Western fears of Soviet expansion. What was the map’s significance, and how does it reflect the era’s geopolitical tensions?
Read more: The “Russian Spider” Map of 1940: Cold War Fears Before the Cold War
Which racial minorities make up a significant share of each U.S. county? These maps highlight where Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian populations exceed 20% and track counties where minorities have become the majority.
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Dive into Europe’s evolving urban landscape with interactive visualizations and up-to-date population insights.
Read more: Exploring Europe’s Urban Landscape
What happens when we split the world not by borders, but by people and wealth? Two maps show the world divided into equal population and GDP regions, revealing deep imbalances in global distribution. Let’s take a closer look!
Read more: The Splitting of the World: Population vs. Economy
ow do the states of the former Confederacy compare to the rest of the United States today? The map breaks it down by population, GDP, income, and demographics. Let’s dig into the data and explore what it means.
Read more: The Former Confederate States vs. The Rest of the U.S. Today: A Map-Based Comparison
From “drowning in your own sweat” summers to debates about whether rice goes on top of beans (or vice versa), these user-created maps offer an amusing, if irreverent, window into Brazil’s remarkable regional diversity. While they shouldn’t be taken too seriously, they highlight how this massive nation contains multitudes.
Read more: The Divided States of Brazil: Exploring Regional Stereotypes Through Humorous Maps
What’s the most popular cuisine in your state? A detailed look at food trends across the U.S. shows a strong regional divide between Mexican, Chinese, and other favorite dishes. See how America’s food preferences break down and which cuisines are gaining popularity.
Read more: The Most Popular Cuisine in Each U.S. State: A Map-Based Look at America’s Favorite Foods
How do forests and human settlements coexist? This article explores tree cover distribution, deforestation trends, and the patterns revealed by global maps.
Read more: Forests and Human Settlements: A Visual Exploration
Royal Mail Ship (RMS) Titanic was a British passenger liner that sank in the North Atlantic Ocean after it collided with an iceberg during its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. The ship had around 2,224 passengers and crew members onboard, but unfortunately, over 1,500 of them lost their lives, making it one of the most lethal maritime disasters during peacetime in recent history.
Read more: How deep the Titanic sank?
Rivers across the western U.S. are vanishing—140,000 miles of them have been rerouted, dammed, or dried up. This post looks at what’s behind the loss, which states are hardest hit, and how maps can help us understand what’s at stake.
Read more: Where Have All the Rivers Gone? The Disappearing Waterways of the American West