> Return to the #114 Newsletter Ever wondered what’s happening on our planet right now—from rising CO₂ levels to wildfires or ocean temperatures? NASA’s Eyes on the Earth lets you explore it in real time. This interactive 3D tool transforms satellite data into a dynamic visual experience. Track Earth’s “vital signs,” follow satellites, and explore recent natural events—from storms to volcanic activity. Accessible directly in your browser, it’s both scientifically rigorous…
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Itiner-e
> Return to the #113 Newsletter Interested in exploring history through data, maps, and smart visualization? Ever wondered how people moved across the Roman Empire? Itiner-e is a digital, interactive atlas of the Roman road network, often described as the “Google Maps of the Roman Empire.” It maps nearly 300,000 km of roads, allowing you to explore routes, estimate travel times, and see how cities were connected two millennia ago. Built…
Christmas Nativity
> Return to the #112 Newsletter Feeling the Christmas spirit? Nativity scenes have long been a beloved tradition across many cultures, capturing the story of Jesus’ birth through local artistry and imagination. This Google Arts & Culture feature invites you to dive into that world with a tour of Nativity art. Explore the origins of the tradition and discover unique pieces from the MAP (Museo de Arte Popular, Mexico) collection —…
TRADLE: The Trade Challenge
> Return to the #111 Newsletter Are you a trade expert? Tradle challenges you to guess which country exports the products shown. You have six chances to get it right! After each guess, Tradle tells you the distance and direction between your guess and the correct country, giving you clues to zero in on your target. Every day, you’ll see a new set of export categories from a different country. Once…
Travel Through Time with Historic Maps
> Return to the #110 Newsletter This summer, travel the world with the David Rumsey Map Collection, a dazzling archive of over 200,000 historical maps hosted by Stanford University Libraries. Spanning from 1550 to today, the collection takes you from 18th-century Paris to vanished empires and utopian islands. Each map is a portal into how people once viewed the world. Browse randomly or search precisely—every click becomes a journey through time,…