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The distortions of maps can influence how we see the world. The world as we know it, or at least the way we view it on a map, is wrong. Astoundingly, we’ve been viewing things incorrectly since 1569.

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Besides being filled with the youthful energy of students, these college towns are filled with restaurants, shops and cultural attractions worth a visit. College towns make great places to live.

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There are certain geography facts that are important to get right — especially if you consider yourself a global citizen. While most of us don’t know every single national bird, flag design or capital ...

Some American foods followed ancestors from other countries. Some evolved out of necessity. Others are simply weird. America is a big place — about as big as Europe — so why wouldn’t certain states ...