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fromFlowingData
4 days ago

Center the map on the country you want

Engaging Data's interactive map allows users to select a country and projection, shifting the view to center around their chosen location, enhancing geographical perception.
World politics
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

South Korea delays decision on letting Google move hi-res map data overseas | TechCrunch

Google's ongoing attempts to secure high-precision mapping data from South Korea have faced obstacles, with officials still debating necessary security measures and data management.
European startups
#history
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
New York City

If You Can Name At Least 6 Of These Cities From Their Nicknames, Congrats! You Know More Than The Average Adult

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
New York City

If You Can Name At Least 6 Of These Cities From Their Nicknames, Congrats! You Know More Than The Average Adult

Remote teams
fromwww.syfter.com
3 weeks ago

Remote Tech Hiring in 2025 | Why Location Still Matters | Syfter

Remote work amplifies geography rather than erase it, making a location-based hiring strategy essential for success.
California
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

7 Best State Parks in California-Including a 'Mini Yosemite' and an Ancient Redwood Forest

California is rich in diverse state parks that rival its national parks in beauty and experience.
#gaming
fromInverse
3 weeks ago
Video games

40 Years Ago, One Brilliant And Cunning Woman Proved Video Games Could Make You Smarter

Video games
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

40 Years Ago, One Brilliant And Cunning Woman Proved Video Games Could Make You Smarter

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? revolutionized educational gaming by making learning geography fun and interactive.
#tornadoes
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why so many tornadoes hit tornado alley

Tornado Alley in the U.S. experiences significantly more tornadoes than other regions due to geographic factors.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why so many tornadoes hit tornado alley

Tornado Alley in the U.S. experiences significantly more tornadoes than other regions due to geographic factors.
#travel
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

This Little-known Region in Italy Is Home to the Country's Second-oldest National Park-Plus Historic Small Towns and One of the World's Largest Fire Rituals

Molise is a beautiful yet overlooked region of Italy, rich in natural landscapes and historic sites, but suffers from anonymity and depopulation.
Wine
fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

This Little-known Region in Italy Is Home to the Country's Second-oldest National Park-Plus Historic Small Towns and One of the World's Largest Fire Rituals

Molise is a beautiful yet overlooked region of Italy, rich in natural landscapes and historic sites, but suffers from anonymity and depopulation.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The week's quiz has group chat drama. And don't worry, the answers aren't classified

Greenland has gained significant attention lately due to its geographical misconceptions and the ongoing discussions about its true size, climate, and political significance.
US news
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

'Jeopardy!' clue features obscure San Francisco neighborhood name

Jeopardy! used a San Francisco geography clue to highlight obscure urban knowledge, testing contestants' familiarity with local routes and neighborhoods.
London food
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

13 Things Hollywood Gets So Wrong Every Time About These Countries, According To Locals

Cultural stereotypes in film misrepresent UK's diversity.
Common misconceptions about UK geography and mannerisms.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

You Won't Find A Single Cracker Barrel Restaurant In These 7 States - Tasting Table

Wooden rocking chairs, vintage candies, and comfort foods make Cracker Barrel a beloved destination, yet seven states lack these franchises due to geographical and economic factors.
East Bay food
US news
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

How Names on Maps Get Changed-and Who Gets to Decide

The US government has decided to change the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Denali, sparking concern among local communities for cultural significance.
#google-maps
Miami
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Mexico threatens to sue Google over 'Gulf of America' name change

Mexico threatens legal action against Google over the 'Gulf of America' name change, asserting the name should remain 'Gulf of Mexico' in their territory.
Miami
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Mexico threatens to sue Google over 'Gulf of America' name change

Mexico threatens legal action against Google over the 'Gulf of America' name change, asserting the name should remain 'Gulf of Mexico' in their territory.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

In a lather over doing the washing | Brief letters

The term 'washhouse' reflects a historical class distinction, as noted from the evolution of public washhouses in Manchester to modern-day laundries, revealing societal changes.
Mental health
fromFlowingData
3 months ago

Gulf of Mexico changes to Gulf of America

When you search for the gulf on USGS, you get the following result that defaults to Gulf of America.
Business intelligence
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Google goes gaga over the Gulf of Mexico

Google Maps announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Mount Denali back to Mount McKinley, following a recent executive order.
Miscellaneous
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

Geography Affects Whiskey Production More Than You Think

It's estimated that two-thirds of the flavor in bourbon comes from the aging, making what happens in a barrel extremely important for creating the desired flavors, says Brent Elliot, master distiller at Four Roses in Kentucky. Various barrel specifications contribute to particular flavors, but the primary drivers behind flavor development in the barrel are environmental, which are dictated by geography.
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