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a collection of articles and videos about Bhutan
New Zealand - history, geography and travel
a collection of articles and resources about Tech and Innovation in Brazil
Florence, Italy - history, travel, tourism, culture
A collection of resources about China’s economic development, infrastructure, and urbanism, this compilation explores the transformative changes in China’s economy over the past few decades. It provides a comprehensive overview of key themes such as rapid urbanization, the role of infrastructure in economic growth, and the impact of government p...
A collection of resources about Turkey's rich history, with a particular focus on the Ottoman Empire. This compilation explores the evolution of Turkey from ancient civilizations through the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire, examining key historical events, cultural developments, and influential figures. Main themes include the empire's polit...
A collection of resources about Laos, focusing on its rich culture, vibrant business landscape, and diverse travel opportunities. This compilation provides insights into traditional Lao customs, festivals, and arts, highlighting the importance of community and heritage in daily life. Additionally, it explores the emerging business environment in...
A collection of resources about Vietnam, encompassing its rich history, vibrant culture, dynamic business environment, and diverse travel opportunities. This compilation offers insights into Vietnam's historical milestones, from ancient civilizations to modern-day developments, highlighting key events that have shaped the nation. It explores cul...
a collection of articles about Malaysia
a collection of articles and resources about Alaska, USA
a collection of articles and videos to help travelers to better travel in Italy
Greece - travel, tourism
Chile - travel, tourism, adventure
A collection of resources about Spain's travel and tourism sector, this compilation offers insights into the country's rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant cities. It covers essential themes such as historical landmarks, culinary experiences, natural attractions, and regional festivals. Additionally, the resources provide prac...
Latin America - policies, economic development, issues
A collection of resources about London's startup ecosystem, showcasing its role as a global hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology, with insights into key industries, networks, and support systems.
OpenStreetMaps - API - alternative to google maps
a collection of articles and resources for a possible trip to the National Parks in the USA
A collection of articles and videos looking at USA travel - cultural and natural heritage sites
Coal towns and Economic Development
USA geography
A collection of articles and videos looking at the geopolitics and investments in Silicon Valley
A collection of articles and videos looking at geopolitics and oil, gas energy
Grand Canyon - National Park in the USA
A collection of articles about the USA - Sea Level Rise, and Global Warming
A collection of articles and videos looking at Startups in the Midwestern region of the USA
Detroit and Economic Development in the Midwest
A collection of articles and videos about Appalachia, West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio and the Midwest, USA
Global Digital Nomads - locations, cities, countries
Cities in Europe: budget friendly cheaper cities for expats

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Article

Mapped: The Population of India’s States Compared with Countries

This map juxtaposes the population of India with that of entire countries, to give perspective on the soon-to-be most populous country. (2024)


Article

The division of Cyprus looks indefinite

Cyprus. Fifty years of division. There seems no prospect for the reunification of the island, half a century after turkey invaded the north. The i... (2024)


Article

Brazil’s hinterland now resembles Texas

The new Brazil. It is a land of “roughs”, not playboys. The hinterland is getting political and cultural clout | The Americas (2023)


Article

Lost Water in Amman, Jordan

The desert city of Amman is running out of water. Meanwhile, officials fixate on gleaming visions of growth, perpetuating the fantasy that urban dy... (2023)


Article

The best beaches in Argentina for sand, splashing and scenery

Beautiful, defiant and intense, Argentina is a natural wonderland, with mighty mountains, rolling grasslands and, yes, beaches. Here's our pick of ... (2023)


Article

Chicago’s woes are over-hyped | The Economist

In fact, the Windy City could offer a model for change across America | United States (2023)


Article

Why the gusty North Sea could give Europe an industrial edge | The Economist

Wind power is breathing life into a new green economy on its coasts | Leaders (2023)


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If Latin America has a commercial capital, it is Miami | The Economist

Despite not being in Latin America, it offers cash, connections and creativity to the region | The Americas (2022)


Article

The most unusual ways many African countries got their names - QZ

Lots of Greek, Latin and Portuguese roots to many nation states created after the Scramble for Africa (2019)


Article

Small Colleges Can Save Towns in Middle America - Bloomberg

There's just one reason Pikeville, Kentucky, population 7,000, is alive and well (2018)


Article

Startups That Move to the Bay Area See Big Benefits—But Are in the Minority

A new study explores startup migration and the benefits it brings. (2018)


Article

Central America’s Violent Northern Triangle | Council on Foreign Relations

Violence and rampant crime have driven asylum seekers from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States, which is seeking to help addr... (2018)


Article

The Indian-American underachiever - The Economist

INDIAN-AMERICANS are enjoying a dazzling coming-out party. For years they were stereotyped as convenience-store owners and overachieving children. ... (2018)


Article

Why Europe’s train network needs more, not less, competition - The Economist

TRAINS are not quite the third rail of European politics. But they are still causing lots of angst. France has already endured three months of stri... (2018)


Article

China is trying to turn itself into a country of 19 super-regions - The Economist

A tale of 19 mega-cities: CHINA’S urbanisation is a marvel. The population of its cities has quintupled over the past 40 years, reaching 813m. By... (2018)


Article

How Many Years of Income Does a Home in Your City Cost? - CityLab

The rule of thumb is that the cost of your house should equal roughly 2.6 years of income. But in some U.S. cities, home prices are almost 10 times... (2018)


Article

Infographic: The United States of Beer

A data-driven look at consumption of America's most popular alcoholic beverage: Beer... (2018)


Article

Social democracy is floundering everywhere in Europe, except Portugal - The Economist

Charlemagne: the perky Portuguese ANTONIO COSTA, Portugal’s affable prime minister, greets your columnist with a broad grin as he settles his he... (2018)


Article

What is Africa’s “Great Green Wall”? - The Economist explains

BUILDING a wall of trees across the width of Africa is a tall order. Solving the twin problems of land degradation and desertification poses a grea... (2018)


Article

The status of Arabic-speakers in Israel - The Economist explains

THE Israeli parliament is a rowdy place at the best of times. Last month things got especially tense. Betzalel Smotrich, a right-wing lawmaker, ca... (2018)


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Why Japan and Russia never formally ended the second world war - The Economist explains

VLADIMIR PUTIN, Russia's president, will make his first official visit to Japan on December 15th, where he will join Shinzo Abe in the hot springs ... (2018)


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Why Turkey’s troops are in Syria again - The Economist explains

ON January 20th Turkey launched a military operation (optimistically dubbed “Olive Branch”) in Syria's north-western enclave of Afrin. It started w... (2018)


Article

Ten Days in Shenzhen

Shenzhen is increasingly known within tech circles as the must-go location for anyone working on hardware. The one hour Wired documentary about She... (2018)


Article

Snow in the Sahara - The New York Times

Up to 15 inches fell in northwestern Algeria, creating an alien-looking landscape right here on Earth. Snow in the Sahara Creates White-Capped Dun... (2018)


Article

Is India a country or a continent? - Banyan

It is more integrated than the European Union, but less unified than the United States "IN A speech to London’s Constitutional Club in 1931, Win... (2017)


Article

The importance of a European foreign and security policy - Home and abroad

THE EUROPEAN UNION is at heart an economic and trade project built on its foundation as a customs union. The 1980s saw the addition of the single m... (2017)


Article

The European Union’s delicate political economy - Free exchange

GREECE’S marathon crisis is at least instructive. Past flare-ups have illustrated a textbook’s worth of economic principles. The latest episode—a d... (2017)


Article

The future of the European Union - Creaking at 60

Special Report from The Economist: "THE EUROPEAN PROJECT has sometimes given the impression of being in perpetual crisis... (2017)


Article

Brazil’s three southern states escape the worst ravages of recession - The Economist

Not the country you know "MAKESHIFT stalls appear on every country road in Brazil, usually laden with bananas and coconuts. On the back roads of... (2017)


Article

American brothers - Comparing Brazil and the United States

OTHER Latin Americans think of Brazilians a bit like the rest of the world thinks of Americans: loud, flashy and rich. This is as it should be, bec... (2017)


Video

Why Everyone is Leaving New Zealand

Unveil the stunning secret of New Zealand—a paradise losing its young talent! With just 5.3 million people, this remote gem boasts top-notch livin... (2025)


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I Live Better In Thailand Than I Did In The U.S. - Here's How Much It Costs | Relocated

Jesse Schoberg, 41, relocated to Bangkok, Thailand at the beginning of 2022. He has been living and working abroad since 2008. He currently makes a... (2024)


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Why Indonesia's Economy Matters and Its Unexpected Growth | Indonesian Economy

Why Indonesia's Economy Matters and Its Unexpected Growth | Indonesian Economy (2023)


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The Geography of Patagonia Explained

Learn everything there is to know about the #Geography of #Patagonia. From deep Fjords in the west to towering mountains and glaciers in the center... (2023)


Video

Mumbai, India's Transforming MEGACITY

Mumbai, India’s Transforming MEGACITYFive transportation megaprojects are under construction throughout Mumbai, a city of 25 million. This short do... (2023)


Video

Manaus: Why Brazil Built a City in the Middle of the Amazon

The Brazilian city of Manaus sits alone in the middle of the Amazon, and yet it still grew to become the seventh largest city in the country. So wh... (2023)


Video

The movement to shrink Oregon and expand Idaho

In a state dominated by progressive politics, some residents in rural Oregon east of the Cascade Mountains want to move the border so that their co... (2023)


Video

France secretly owns 14 countries, neocolonial Africa

France secretly owns 14 countries, neocolonial Africa (2023)


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15 Cheap Big-Cities to Live in Europe (Less than $1,600/Month)

Most major big cities in Europe like London, Paris & berlin are experiencing a high rate of inflation, especially in the last couple of years. But ... (2023)


Video

Why 82% of Mexico is Empty

Why 82% of Mexico is Empty (2023)


Video

Italy’s Verona, Padova, and Ravenna

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities in the Veneto area. Padova is famed for its venerable unive... (2023)


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Tel Aviv Travel Guide: Best Things To Do In Tel Aviv Israel

TEL AVIV TRAVEL GUIDE: In this Tel Aviv travel tour we explore the old port of Jaffa, the beaches of Tel Aviv and share some insights about the lar... (2023)


Video

How to Travel Europe CHEAP | Easy Budget Tips To Travel For $40 a Day! (2021)

Learn how to travel Europe cheap! How do you Budget for Europe And what's are the cheapest ways to get around Europe? Is it Eurail, Bla Bla Car, Fl... (2023)


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Buenos Aires, Argentina's Megacity: Europe in the Americas

Buenos Aires was once a top-tier global city but has underperformed in the last century. (2023)


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Bangkok, Thailand - 8K Ultra HD Video 120 FPS (Capital of Thailand) by Drone

Bangkok 8K Ultra HD Video 120 FPS (Capital of Thailand) by Drone8K Video Ultra HD, 60fps, 120fps, 240fps for Your 8K Resolution Device: Apple TV, 8... (2023)


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NAMIBIA TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | 4x4 Safari Road Trip

NAMIBIA TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | 4x4 Safari Road Trip (2023)


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Sicily, Italy - Sicilian Delights - Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Sicily serves up a full-bodied and tasty travel experience. We'll dine on fresh seafood at the fisherman's harbo... (2023)


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BOTSWANA TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | 4x4 Safari Road Trip feat. Victoria Falls

BOTSWANA TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | 4x4 Safari Road Trip feat. Victoria Falls (2023)


Video

Basque Country - Northern Spain, Southern France

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | The homeland of the proud and resilient Basque people is split between France and Spain. From our San Sebastián ... (2023)


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Athens and Side-Trips

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | The thriving capital of Greece sprawls out from the foot of its magnificent Acropolis. We'll tour the must-sees ... (2023)


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Greece's Peloponnese

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | After enjoying Greece's charming old port town of Nafplio, we'll time-trip through the ruins of Olympia, take ce... (2023)


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Why didn't Canada join the American Revolution? (Short Animated Documentary)

Why didn't Canada join the American Revolution? (Short Animated Documentary) (2023)


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Brazil: History, Geography, Economy & Culture

Taking up half the continent of South America, Brazil is host to vast array of landscapes and biomes - from the steamy Amazon Rainforests, to the s... (2023)


Video

Rick Steves' The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today

Rick Steves' The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today (2023)


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Why did the world let India annex Goa? (Short Animated Documentary)

In 1961 the Indian army marched into Portuguese Goa and after two days of fighting formally annexed it into the country. Given that the world large... (2023)


Video

Why didn't Puerto Rico become a US State? (Short Animated Documentary)

Many of America's 19th century territorial acquisitions became formal states in the 20th century but one notable exception is Puerto Rico. So why d... (2023)


Video

13 Tips for a FANTASTIC Trip to Florence

One of the most beautiful and historically significant cities in the world…join me as I help you decide what to do, where to go, where to stay, and... (2023)


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Chamonix, One of the Most Beautiful Places in France, Breathtaking Old Town & Mont Blanc

Chamonix, One of the Most Beautiful Places in France, Breathtaking Old Town & Mont Blanc For more than 100 years, the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valle... (2023)


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15 Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in ROME, ITALY | Things To Know Before You Visit Rome

We’re talking about the top 15 tourist mistakes to avoid when you visit Rome, the capital of Italy!——00:00 Don't make these mistakes!00:47 Mistake ... (2023)


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Why is Cyprus Divided? (Short Animated Documentary)

Cyprus, like many countries, isn't whole. However unlike most nations which are split, it's split into three parts with Cyprus itself holding the s... (2023)


Podcast

Understanding Exclaves and Enclaves

Understanding Exclaves and Enclaves Normally, if a foreign country has you totally surrounded, that isn’t a good thing. However, in some parts o... (2021)


Podcast

The Worst Way to Start a City - 99% Invisible

The area that is now Oklahoma was once a place called Indian Territory. Beginning in the 1800s, the U.S. government designated the land in the Grea... (2018)


Book

Earning the Rockies: How Geography Shapes America's Role in the World by Robert D. Kaplan

Earning the Rockies book. Read 238 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. An incisive portrait of the American landscape that show... (2020)


Book

Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance

Hillbilly Elegy book. Read 25,407 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. From a former marine and Yale Law School graduate, a powe... (2020)


Book

Boom Town: The Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City, by Sam Anderson

Oklahoma City and Its Chaotic Founding, Its Apocalyptic Weather, Its Purloined Basketball Team, and the Dream of Becoming a World-class Metropolis ... (2018)


Website

Cost of Living Index 2018 Mid-Year

Rankings: Cost of Living Index, Restaurant Prices Index, Transportation Price Index, Grocery Price Index, Local Purchasing Power Index, ... (2018)


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