Geography

10 Beautiful U.S. Islands You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

While you've surely heard of the likes of America's biggest and most famous islands — the likes of Hawaii, the Florida Keys, and Puerto Rico — there are countless other, lesser-known U.S. islands waiting to be discovered.

5 U.S. Cities That Span Multiple States

Technically speaking, every city in the U.S. is part of one state and one state only. In practice, however, several cities share the same name and are located right next to each other on opposite sides of state borders.

Geography
The 10 Smallest U.S. States by Area

Not every state is characterized by enormous swathes of land and water. Some are bite-sized regions that pack in rich histories, vibrant cities, and charming small towns within just a few thousand square miles.

Geography
9 Countries With the Most Time Zones

Time zones shape everything from business schedules to flights and international broadcasts. Most follow orderly lines of longitude, but politics, colonization, and geography often twist the map. Here are nine countries with the most time zones.

Geography
What Is the Tropic of Cancer? Earth’s Imaginary Lines, Explained

If you’ve ever wondered what the Tropic of Cancer, the prime meridian, or the equator are, we explain some of the best-known imaginary lines on Earth.

Geography