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US news
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Maps for why all the flash floods

July 2025 marks 'flash flood month' in the U.S. due to high temperatures and specific weather patterns, impacting various regions differently.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Sunday Puzzle: World capitals

Capitals can be creatively matched with their countries using segments of specific words.
#history
California
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

More Than 38,000 Residential Structures Were Within the Texas Flood Zone Known as 'Flash Flood Alley'

Heavy rainfall during the July 4 Texas floods impacted at least 38,600 residential structures in numerous counties.
Germany news
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 weeks ago

This Nordic Country Has the Most Islands in the World

Countries with the most islands feature distinctive geographic characteristics like lakes and fragmented coastlines, impacting island counts.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's Alleys: Holly Bush Steps, NW3

Hampstead's Cloth Hill evolved into Holly Bush, reflecting the area's shift from historic laundries to a gentrified present.
Television
fromAnimals
4 years ago

Alex Trebek isn't just a TV icon. He was geography's biggest fan.

Alex Trebek, iconic host of Jeopardy!, was also a passionate advocate for geography education and had transformative influence on the National Geographic Bee.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Quiz! Can you locate these Club World Cup teams?

The article promotes a quiz related to the Club World Cup and geography.
Participants can test their knowledge of the thirty-two teams this year.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Here are some of the most mispronounced neighborhoods, streets and bridges in NYC

"What happens is over time, we have people come in and they bring a bit of a language they have here, so a lot of things that were Dutch have become Americanized, which means they lost some of the Dutch color," explained Mitchell Moss, a linguistics expert at New York University.
Brooklyn
fromFlowingData
2 months 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
2 months 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
#trivia
Portland food
fromConde Nast Traveler
9 years ago

The Oklahoma Panhandle Is Perfect for a Kitschy Road Trip

The Oklahoma Panhandle, known as "No Man's Land," reflects a lawless past now transformed into unique, sparsely populated destinations.
Remote teams
fromwww.syfter.com
3 months 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.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months 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.
Wine
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Who opened her first classroom in Rome back in 1907? The Saturday quiz

Father-son footballers Peter and Kasper Schmeichel both have over 100 international caps for Denmark.
Maria Montessori opened her first classroom in Rome in 1907.
The Manticore is a mythical creature with a human face, lion's body, and scorpion's tail.
The Ganges river is called Padma in Bangladesh.
Video games
fromInverse
3 months 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
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months 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.
fromTheregister
3 months ago

Ordnance Survey releases blocky Britain in Minecraft

The latest version is a natural advancement in quality and size as more resources became available for this work, which means we can deliver an even more realistic Minecraft experience for users.
London
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

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

Greenland is increasingly recognized for its true size and significance in global discussions, especially regarding climate change.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

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

City nicknames are often a fun representation of local culture and history, revealing unique characteristics and pride held by the residents of each metropolis.
New York City
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

'Jeopardy!' clue features obscure San Francisco neighborhood name

Jeopardy! challenged contestants with a clue about San Francisco geography, specifically referencing Showplace Square and its connection to Interstate 80 and U.S. 101.
San Francisco
frombrooklyneagle.com
4 months ago

How Park Slope got it's name

The geography of Prospect Park offers the best examples of the area's natural history, with Mount Prospect rising 200 feet above sea level, exemplifying the terminal moraine's impact.
Brooklyn
London food
fromBuzzFeed
4 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
4 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
fromMedievalists.net
5 months ago

New Medieval Books: This Earthly Globe - Medievalists.net

Giovambattista Ramusio's work revolutionized world geography through early travel narratives and maps from the 16th century.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

I just got laid off and I have $3 million in the bank - which international city should I move to?

The majority of Redditors recommended Southern Spain, despite it being at least 15 hours away from San Francisco, highlighting a curious relationship Americans have with geography.
Retirement
US news
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 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.
Miami
fromWashington Post
5 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.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

Google to change map names to Gulf of America and Mt. McKinley based on Trump order

Google will update map names based on U.S. government decisions regarding geographic names.
Changes to Gulf of Mexico and Denali are contingent upon official name updates by the government.
Miscellaneous
fromArs Technica
6 months ago

Google goes gaga over the Gulf of Mexico

Google Maps is renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Mount Denali to Mount McKinley, following a presidential executive order.
fromInsideHook
6 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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