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Maps
The Devastating Impact of 30 Years of Sprawl, As Seen From Space
The lightning pace of world urbanization is on display in these animated GIFs of Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Hong Kong and other exploding metropolises.
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Maps
These Funky 3D Paper Maps Bring a City's History to Life
Artist Matthew Picton evokes specific historical events or time periods with the art, text, even paper he chooses to use.
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Satellite Saw Deadly Tornado Minutes Before It Hit Texas Town
This image was taken right before a huge tornado hit the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, killing at least six people.
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An Architectural Reflection of George W. Bush
The Bush Presidential Center will include a library, museum, and think tank.
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If Your City Were Wrecked by Totalitarian Urban Planners
Spend a moment sitting in the shoes of Bucharest.
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Urban Wonk
The Great Senior Sell-Off Could Cause the Next Housing Crisis
What will happen to empty-nesters when no one wants their nests?
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Class-Divided Cities: Dallas Edition
The latest installment in our series mapping the class divides in America's cities and metros.
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The Case Against One-Way Streets
One civil engineer believes trip capacity will increase if cities turn to two-way streets.
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The Sad and Telling Reaction of School Districts Everywhere to Sandy Hook
Monday brings an awkward mix of grief and preparation.
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Charts
This Most Recent Decline in U.S. Violent Crime Is Different From the Last One
Homicide rates have fallen significantly in some places. Does economic development deserve the credit?
