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Interactive Cicada Map Shows Where You Can See (and Hear) Brood XIV This Spring
Use this map from the University of Connecticut to check if 17-year periodical cicadas will appear in your neighborhood soon.
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Every State‘s Favorite Color, Mapped
Ever wonder which color your state likes most? New research from the house painting company BLUE Painting shows the answer.
20 of the Strangest Maps Ever Created
Odd cartographic creations like ‘Fool’s Cap Map of the World,’ ‘Leo Belgicus,’ and ‘The Porcineograph’ make the classic Mercator Projection look outright dull.
The Most Popular Disney Villains, Mapped
From Scar’s sinister charm to Oogie Boogie’s creepy charisma, Google Trends reveals the most-searched Disney villains in each U.S. state.
Every State’s Favorite Easter Candy, Mapped
According to Google search data, these are the most popular sweets across the U.S. for Easter 2025.
The Worst States for Job Scams, Mapped
Where does your state land on the scale?
Each State’s Favorite Bachelorette Party Destination, Mapped
See which states prefer luxury spas, all-inclusive resorts, or relaxing cruises.
This Interactive Map Shows You Where Your Food Comes From
If you’re wondering how tariffs might affect your grocery bill, use this interactive to trace the origins of your food.
The Most Popular Book Genre in Each State, Mapped
Discover which literary genres captivate each state and Washington D.C.
The Most Popular Beer in Each State, Mapped
Coffeeness reveals the most popular beer brands across the U.S., with the Miller Brewing Company coming out on top.
The Best States for Birdwatching, Mapped
Use this map to plan your birding schedule ahead of the spring migration.
The Most Popular Green Foods By State, Mapped
Curious about St. Patrick‘s Day green food trends? Explore which states are most interested in dyeing their pies, drinks, and desserts for the holiday.
Every State’s Dream Travel Destination, Mapped
Discover the most searched vacation destinations in the U.S., from tropical beaches to overseas adventures.
The Most Popular Pie Recipes by State, Mapped
From savory chicken pot pie to the nutty pecan pie, find out which dishes people are interested in for Pi Day.
The Best and Worst States for Workplace Culture, Mapped
Midwestern and northeastern states were most likely to have positive workplace cultures.
Over the Borderline: The Little Bit of Minnesota That Could Have Gone Canadian
An old map error led to some strange—and at times contentious—geography.
10 Hoax Definitions, Paper Towns, and Other Things That Don’t Exist
Facts become very easy to copyright when they aren’t true. Here are people, places, and things that exist only on paper, solely to thwart would-be info burglars.
8 Mysterious Phantom Islands
Old maps are littered with islands that have vanished. What happened to these strange and unexplainable lost lands? Did they ever exist in the first place?
The Most Popular McDonald’s Menu Item in Each State, Mapped
McDonald‘s fans across the U.S. have spoken: See which items top the charts in each state.
3 Controversial Maps From History
From a U.S. map with only 38 states to a probable hoax, these maps definitely had geographers buzzing.
The Word Definitions Each Country Looks Up the Most, Mapped
If you’ve ever looked up the definition of “gaslighting,” you’re not alone.
How ‘Monopoly’ Helped Defend The Free World
For some soldiers confined in German POW camps during World War II, ‘Monopoly’ was so much more than just a board game.
The Most Popular Heart-Shaped Item in Each State, Mapped
From heart-shaped waffles to bathtubs, see what your home state is searching for this Valentine’s Day.
The Most Popular Super Bowl Dips By State, Mapped
From buffalo chicken to artichoke dip, find out which dips are making waves across the U.S. for Super Bowl 2025.