Cartographers explain how the Equal Earth projection shows Africa’s true relative size and why the world map we use matters.

On September 4, 2026, the United Nations adopted a resolution to promote a new map of the world. The resolution encourages ...

The U.N. voted to promote map projections that more accurately represent the world, drawing official opposition from the U.S.

Interpreting maps -- Quick reference guide -- Global relationships -- The physical world -- Maps of the world -- Europe and northern Asia -- Asia -- Africa -- Australia, New Zealand and Pacific -- ...