Mapped: The Territorial Evolution of the U.S.

From the Thirteen Colonies to present-day USA, this animation is a detailed look at how borders have shifted throughout the nation’s history. Read more

Mapped: The United States of Elevation

This stunning set of 3d maps purposefully exaggerate the elevation scale to show you the mountains of both the United States and North America. Read more

How Facebook is Using Machine Learning to Map the World Population

Machine learning technology is allowing researchers at Facebook to map the world population in unprecedented detail. Read more

Every Visible Star in the Night Sky, in One Map

This striking map depicts all the stars and celestial bodies that are visible in the night sky, all on one giant backdrop. Read more

The Shape of the World, According to Old Maps

What did ancient maps look like, before we had access to airplanes and satellites? See the evolution of the world map in this nifty infographic. Read more

Mapped: The Dramatic Global Rise of Urbanization (1950–2020)

Few global trends have matched the profound impact of urbanization. Today’s map looks back at 70 years of movement in over 1,800 cities. Read more

How Much Student Debt Does Each State Hold?

Crippling student debt in the U.S. has reached a record high of $1.5 trillion nationwide. Today’s map breaks down which states bear the highest burden. Read more

The History of the World, in One Video

This epic attempt to condense the history of the world — including the rise and fall of empires — fits into a single video. Read more

Mapped: Top Countries by Tourist Spending

How much do your vacations contribute to your destination of choice? This visualization shows the countries that receive the most tourist spending. Read more

Ranked: The Richest Suburbs in America

This graphic ranks the top 10 wealthiest suburbs in America, seeing the most entries from California, Texas, and New York. Read more