The Mercator world map, long a fixture in classrooms globally, makes the European Union appear almost as large as Africa. In reality, Africa is more than seven times bigger.

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Google Maps is getting smarter on Android 16. A handful of Pixel and Samsung users are now seeing navigation progress show up as a Live Update on the lock screen, status bar, and Always-On Display.

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Charming Old Town Alexandria is a favorite neighborhood for tourists because of its historic architecture, its waterfront setting on the Potomac River, and its proximity to D.C. But it also serves as ...