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Maps / 22 weeks ago
A new look at humanity: Map reimagines the world in 8 equal population regions
In a compelling visual produced by The World in Maps, the global population has been redrawn to reflect an entirely different reality: instead of geographic, political, or cultural boundaries, the world is divided into eight regions with exactly one billion people each. The map, boldly colour-coded and superimposed on a traditional world map layout, challenges conventional perspectives on global demographics. It provides a stark reminder of where people are concentrated and how dramatically population density varies across the Earth.
Environment / 23 weeks ago
Seller Glacier tops the charts as the largest in the world
Seller Glacier, located on the western edge of the Antarctic Peninsula, has been identified as the largest individual glacier in the world. Spanning an immense 7,018 square kilometres, this colossal ice body is slightly smaller than the Greek island of Crete. According to the infographic published by World Visualized, Seller Glacier surpasses other large glaciers such as Alexander Island Glacier No. 1 (4,766 sq. km), Thurston Island Glacier No. 1 (5,261 sq. km), and Alexander Island Glacier No. 2 (3,980 sq. km). These impressive measurements underscore Antarctica’s continued dominance in global glacier rankings.
Environment / 26 weeks ago
The deepest places on each continent – A global dive beneath sea level
From saline basins to remote deserts, the deepest points on each continent reveal a fascinating interplay of geology, climate, and human interaction. According to data compiled by World Atlas, these locations—measured by their depth below sea level—offer dramatic landscapes and scientific, economic, and environmental insights. At –427 metres (–1,401 feet), the Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth’s surface not covered by water or ice. Bordering Israel and Jordan, this hypersaline lake is fed by the Jordan River, yet has no outlet, causing intense evaporation that leaves behind a dense concentration of minerals. Its unique chemical makeup makes it inhospitable to most life forms but ideal for mineral extraction and wellness tourism, drawing thousands for its therapeutic muds and buoyant waters.
