#Equal Earth

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UN Approves New World Map, Adjusting Size Perceptions of Continents

By Editor • September 4, 2026 • 2 min read

The UN has adopted the Equal Earth map, aiming for a more accurate representation of continents, with Africa appearing larger than in the old Mercator projection.

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UN General Assembly Approves Controversial Map Redefining Continents

By Editor • September 4, 2026 • 1 min read

The UN has adopted a new map that enlarges Africa while reducing the sizes of North America and Europe, sparking varied reactions among member states.