The UN has endorsed a new world map using the Equal Earth projection. See how the map compares and why Africa gains the most relative size.
ZME Science on MSNOpinion
The UN just backed a world map that makes Africa look much bigger. What’s the fuss about?
What is a map projection? A map projection is a technique that cartographers (map-makers) use to transform the round, ...
The Equal Earth projection shows countries’ true size relative to one another, unlike the centuries-old Mercator map, which ...
Smithsonian Magazine on MSNOpinion
World maps might soon get an upgrade. The United Nations votes to endorse global charts that better represent Africa's true size
If you open Google Maps, you’ll notice that Greenland looks like it’s about the same size as Africa. However, the African ...
The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to endorse a new world map that shows Africa's large size more accurately.
When Abimbola Ogundairo saw a pretty wooden map she thought would be great decor for her walls, she did something most regular buyers wouldn’t think of: She messaged the manufacturers with a simple, ...
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