Topic: Geography
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Best U.S. Metros for Women's Well-Being
Large U.S. cities offer high quality of life for women, according to the Social Science Research Council.
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Maps
The Invisible Borders That Define American Culture
We can be connected (or disconnected) based on where we move, how we speak, and even what sports teams we root for.
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Which Parts of the Country Produce the Most NFL Players?
Despite Friday Night Lights portrayals, there's a lot more geographic diversity in NFL prospects than you might think.
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Which Cities Are the Musical Trend Setters?
A new study ranks Atlanta, not New York or L.A., as the most influential on our musical tastes.
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Maps
Judgmental Map of the Day: 7 Deadly Sins Across America
Geographers figured out which U.S. counties are the most greedy, gluttonous and slothful.
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Maps
U.S. Teen Birthrates Are Down, But Still High in These States
Teen births follow the same fault lines of religion, politics, and class that divide Americans.
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Where the Heavy Metal Bands Are
Why do most heavy metal bands hail from Scandinavia and Northern Europe?
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The Real Boundaries of the Bible Belt
Perhaps its time to start referring to a 'religiosity belt,' instead.
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Why People in Cities Walk Fast
Researchers have proposed a number of theories over the years — from sensory overload to the economic value of time.
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Map of the Day: When to Sell Your House
U.S. housing prices peak at different times based on their geography.
