Fastest Growing Micro and Metro Areas
Wednesday September 28, 2005
The Census Bureau announced that Greeley, Colorado and Palm Coast, Florida were the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan and micropolitan areas, respectively, between April 1, 2000, and July 1, 2003.
New GPS Satellite Launched
Monday September 26, 2005
A new Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite was launched late Sunday night from Cape Canaveral. The new GPS 2R-M1 satellite is the first in a new breed of GPS ... Read More
Geography Joke
Sunday September 25, 2005
Thanks to Ron who sent me a funny new geography joke, which you can find on my Geography Humor page under "A Brazilian."
Ten Most Populous Countries Video
Saturday September 24, 2005
I spent some time learning how to make videos online and therefore am very excited to present you with my first - The Ten Most Populous Countries in the World. ... Read More
Nighttime Lights and Blackouts After Katrina
Saturday September 24, 2005
The National Geophysical Data Center provides comparison nighttime satellite images showing areas of the Gulf Coast without power following the passage of Hurricane Katrina, versus areas with normal lights. ... Read More
New Geography Quiz
Wednesday September 21, 2005
It's here! The latest geography quiz is now online. Test your geographic skills with my five-question, multiple-choice quiz. Good luck!
National Geographic Publishes "Katrina" Special Edition
Wednesday September 21, 2005
National Geographic is publishing a special 102-page edition devoted exclusively to Hurricane Katrina. The publication, which will cost $4.95, hits newsstands on Friday. This is the first time ... Read More
Extended Daylight Saving Time May Improve Health
Wednesday September 21, 2005
An article published in the Journal of Periodontology says that the extended Daylight Saving Time that is set to begin in 2007 will improve American's health by increasing exposure ... Read More
Canada and Denmark Agree to Disagree
Wednesday September 21, 2005
Canada and Denmark have been disputing the ownership of tiny Hans Island but after last week's U.N. summit, the two nations agreed to stop arguing over which country controls the ... Read More
After Hurricane Stan, Tammy, Vince, and Wilma - Greek Alphabet Next
Tuesday September 20, 2005
There are only four more hurricane names left on this year's list. After Tropical Storms or Hurricanes Stan, Tammy, Vince, and Wilma, the World Meteorological Organization will utilize the ... Read More
Celebrate Unmarried and Single Americans Week
Sunday September 18, 2005
Happy "Unmarried and Single Americans Week!" (Sept. 18-24) The U.S. Census Bureau provides some interesting facts about the country's single and unmarried population. For example - there are ... Read More
Evacuation of Montserrat
Wednesday September 14, 2005
The BBC looks at the evacuation of the British territory of Montserrat due to the volcanic threat a decade ago.
Land Bulge in Oregon
Tuesday September 13, 2005
A 100 square-mile bulge in western Oregon is rising at approximately 1.4 inches each year. Scientists discovered the bulge through satellite imagery. The USGS says the bulge is ... Read More
Chinese City Bans Foreign Names
Tuesday September 13, 2005
Although foreign sounding names are quite popular in China, the Chinese city of Kunming is banning toponyms (place names) that are foreign. Among the banned names are places like, ... Read More
Geographer Explains Levee Breach
Tuesday September 13, 2005
Geographer Tim McKinney provides an explanation of "what happens in soil and structures during flooding and heavy precipitation events -- and one possible explanation for rumors among evacuees that the ... Read More
Google Maps Has New Orleans Images
Thursday September 8, 2005
Google Maps has satellite imagery of New Orleans from Wednesday, August 31 on their site.
Mashups Present Geographic Data Online
Thursday September 8, 2005
This BBC article focuses on "mashups", websites that combine recent satellite imagery with maps and geographical data to provide information, about Hurricane Katrina. The BBC mentions the site Scipionus, ... Read More
10 Deadliest Atlantic Hurricanes
Tuesday September 6, 2005
If the death toll of Hurricane Katrina does indeed approach 10,000 or more, it would indeed be listed among the 10 deadliest Atlantic hurricanes in history and could approach being ... Read More
Before and After Katrina Aerial Photos
Tuesday September 6, 2005
The USGS provides a collection of aerial photos that show coastal change that occurred as a result of Hurricane Katrina.
Vanishing Cities
Monday September 5, 2005
The New York Times tells the story of cities that have vanished through history. Will New Orleans be part of that story due to Hurricane Katrina? (Registration required.)
Labor Day Facts
Saturday September 3, 2005
On Monday, September 5, the United States celebrates Labor Day and the almost 150 million workers in the nation. Check out some impressive work-related facts from the U.S. Census ... Read More
New Geography Quiz
Thursday September 1, 2005
Test your geographical knowledge with this week's brand-new, five-question, multiple-choice geography quiz. Good luck!