The UN General Assembly has backed a resolution to change to maps that more accurately show the true size of Africa.
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WorldPingThe U.N. has backed a map that more accurately represents Africa’s true size, challenging the centuries-old Mercator projection. The resolution promotes the Equal Earth projection as a more accurate representation of the world’s continents.
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WorldPingThe U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
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WorldPingWe're sure no one will have a problem with this completely reasonable proposal.
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