MAPPING
Niche spaces: where reptiles live
Dec 02, 2017
Written by
Chris Fitch
New maps of global reptile distribution reveal significant gaps in the network of protected areas
Gender inequality in the European Union
Nov 02, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
How are the EU member nations faring in the fight for gender equality?
Violence against women - a global perspective
Nov 01, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Violence against women violates human rights, and the lack of equal rights is also seen as a major obstacle to a more sustainable development
Information is Beautiful Awards shortlist announced
Oct 24, 2017
Written by
Laura Cole
These 13 poignant infographics are in the running for the 2017 Kantar Information is Beautiful Awards
A brief geography of time
Oct 21, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Sometimes referred to as the fourth dimension, time has a highly geographical relevance
Healthy planet
Sep 16, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
The spatial distribution of healthcare workers globally tells us a lot about levels of development and wealth around the world
United Hates of America
Aug 14, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Where in America can the country's various hate groups be found?
The lighter side
Jul 18, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Benjamin Hennig explores visions of a world made bright by humanity
Speaking out: mapping the world’s dialects
Jun 26, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Where in the world is the highest density of languages? Benjamin Hennig maps the answer
Cartogram – Mapping the 2017 General Election
Jun 13, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Geographical’s resident data cartographer presents a true picture of the UK following the 2017 General Election
Death notes: Mapping the world’s mortality
May 20, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Benjmain Hennig explores global mortality with maps
Mapping the world at war
May 03, 2017
Written by
Freddie Stewart
An interactive map highlights the shocking number of ongoing conflicts around the world
New maps of racial diversity in the United States
Apr 27, 2017
Written by
Laura Cole
Repurposed NASA maps show the racial diversity (and segregation) of the United States in more detail than ever before
Train spotting
Apr 23, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Benjamin Hennig maps Europe's public train networks
The extreme inequality of landslides
Apr 20, 2017
Written by
Chris Fitch
A new map of global landslide susceptibility reveals vast geographical discrepancies over where landslide deaths occur
Danger zones: mapping Europe’s earthquakes
Mar 18, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Where are Europe's earthquakes located? Benjamin Hennig maps the answer
Famine returns to the Horn of Africa
Mar 02, 2017
Written by
Chris Fitch
Drought in the region is turning to full famine – with catastrophic humanitarian consequences
Country File: Mapping rural-to-urban migration
Feb 18, 2017
Written by
Benjamin Hennig
Benjamin Hennig visualises how the world has moved to the cities, and what will happen next...
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