• Mapping the Milky Way's magnetic field in 3D

    We are all very familiar with the concept of the Earth's magnetic field. It turns out that most objects in space have magnetic fields but it's quite tricky to measure them. Astronomers have developed an ingenious way to measure the magnetic field of the Milky Way using polarized light from interstellar dust grains that align themselves to the magnetic field lines. A new survey has begun this mapping process and has mapped an area that covers the equivalent of 15 times the full moon.

  • Google Maps Needs Location Access – How To Enable It?

    Google Maps needs location access to work properly. This helps it give you up-to-date directions, traffic news, and info about places nearby. If it’s not enabled, you’ll get an error message. Here’s how to fix it! Enable Location Permissions for Google Maps I’ll use Windows 10 for this example: Allow Location Access While Using the […]

  • How To Find a Local Guide on Google Maps With Ease

    Want to know how to find a local guide on Google Maps? These guides share useful information like reviews, tips, and pictures. Today, I’ll show you how to find one easily. Let’s get into it! How To Find a Local Guide on Google Maps Simply follow these instructions: That’s it! Now you know how to […]

  • Printing Large Google Maps: A Detailed Guide

    Printing large Google Maps is useful for different purposes, from urban planning and landscape design to educational uses and personal navigation aids. However, due to the detail and scale involved, it’s not as simple as just hitting the print button on your browser. Luckily, this article will guide you through the steps. Let’s begin! Step-by-Step […]

  • Residents outraged by connector road conceptual map

    Residents spent the first four hours of Thursday morning’s Santa Rosa County Commission meeting speaking out against a conceptual route that would extend the Pea Ridge Connector through farmland to connect to Berryhill Road.

  • Researchers develop forest extent map for Mexico

    To properly protect forests and evaluate the state of natural resources, conservation practices and environmental policies, it is important to have accurate information on an area's forest extent.

  • Sinkhole again forcing closure of Plymouth Meeting road [Map]

    The northbound lane of Plymouth Road was expected to close Friday night after early signs another sinkhole was forming, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

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    Map: Where teachers are being paid the least, according to new report

    In some states, teachers are barely making enough to be considered middle class.

  • Google Maps Alternate Routes Not Showing: Possible Fixes

    Are Google Maps alternate routes now showing up properly? By default, it always suggests the fastest route that’s recommended for use but if you need alternate ones, read on. First, try these quick fixes in case it’s just a temporary glitch: If these didn’t help, continue reading! Check Your Route Options Google Maps lets you […]

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    Maps Show Passenger Trains in US vs. Europe?

    The maps purported to show a major difference in density between the two systems.

  • Google Maps Location Sharing Shows Offline? Here's How To Fix It

    If Google Maps location sharing shows as offline, don’t worry. This issue can arise due to various settings on your or the sharer’s device that may restrict the proper functioning of location services. Here’s how to troubleshoot and resolve this problem! 1. Disable and Re-enable Location Sharing Refreshing the location-sharing feature can often resolve temporary […]

  • Tracie McMillan Maps Out How White People Benefit From Racism

    McMillan's new book, "The White Bonus: Five Families and the Cash Value of Racism in America," traces how white people have been helped and harmed by the policies that punish Black people.