Discrepancies between the Julian calendar and the length of a year led to the development and adoption of the Gregorian calendar. The Julian calendar is based on 365.25 days in a year. As such it adds an extra ‘leap’ day every four years. Unfortunately, the year is slightly shorter at… Read more“Map Monday, Gregorian Calendar Creation and Adoption”
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Map Monday, Countries with No Defense Spending
The burden of military expenditures varies greatly from country to country. In absolute terms, military spending is concentrated in a small number of nations. According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), the US (39%) and China (13%) account for just over half of the $2.24 Trillion the world… Read more“Map Monday, Countries with No Defense Spending”
Map Monday, Which US States Report the most Ghost Sightings?
A ghost is the spirit or soul of a dead person that retains a connection to the world of the living. They’re typically described as barely visible wispy versions of their living selves. Besides ghosts, they’re also referred to as phantoms, apparitions, specters, spooks, spirits, shades, and numerous other names…. Read more“Map Monday, Which US States Report the most Ghost Sightings?”
