Geography

The States With Multiple Time Zones (And the Travel Mistakes It Causes)

Most U.S. states are confined to a single time zone, but there are some instances where parts of a state are an hour ahead of or behind other areas within the same state. While many locals have adjusted to these unusual circumstances, the odd time differences may create headaches for uninformed visitors

5 Destinations That Experience 24-Hour Darkness in Winter

We all know that the days are shorter in winter and longer in summer, but go far enough north and you’ll experience a phenomenon called the polar night or the midnight sun.

Geography
5 Movements To Change U.S. State Borders

Talk of changing state borders is nothing new. While most of these movements are a long shot, there's still a chance that some U.S. state borders could change in our lifetimes.

Geography
7 Geographic Mysteries, Explained

From cities that belong to one country but exist on another continent to an island that switches nationalities twice a year, here are seven fascinating geographic quirks and the stories behind them.

Geography
Why We May Be Measuring Mountains Wrong

Have scientists been doing it wrong all along? One expert seems to think so. Here’s a look at the new way we could be measuring mountains.

Geography