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Yesterday morning, an awesome new feature was added to Google Maps. That’s right, folks, you can now map your bicycle route.
Not only does the sweet new addition show streets that are known to be bike-friendly, but it also factors in car traffic and hills. So, a word to our… Read the rest

According to scientists, the magnetic north pole is careening towards Russia at a pace of 34-37 miles a year. The predicted cause for the pole’s increase in movement is a rapidly fluctuating magnetic region on the core’s surface created by a plume of magnetism developing deep within the core.
While… Read the rest

The newest edition of the world atlas has been released and unfortunately to some, it’s far too accurate. If this map had been posted on the classroom wall during my adolescent years, my world perspective would be far less skewed.… Read the rest

You know that world map you have hanging on your wall? It might just be time to throw it out. NASA and the Japanese trade ministry have just published the most complete terrain map of Earth’s surface, making whatever you have hanging on your wall look pretty meek in comparison.… Read the rest

Looking to find the best place for debauchery in your upcoming travels? Just use this map.
[Via: The Daily Dish]… Read the rest

Most travelers I know love maps. And most greenies love animals. So that must mean that most eco-conscious travelers love animals made with maps, right?
Maybe not, but if you think the rooster is cool you should check out the whole animal map Flash presentation by Kentaro Nagai.
[Via: Swiss… Read the rest

There are a lot of satellites orbiting the earth. Without them we wouldn’t be able to use GPS systems and cell phones; scientists wouldn’t be able to find new forests using Google Earth; and the government couldn’t watch what I’m typing right now. In February, NASA will launch a satellite… Read the rest