The history of the Taliban and a curious map depicting their view of the world

A brief history of Afghanistan, the Taliban’s rise to power, and a very revealing globe

May 11 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Maps of the Month: April 2026

The most interesting maps and articles I came across in April 2026

May 4 • Miguel García Álvarez

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April 2026

Propaganda in Japanese Education during the Second World War

Propaganda aimed at young people in Imperial Japan and the dilemma of distinguishing between education and propaganda.

Apr 19 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Lebanon

In 2009, I was lucky enough to visit Lebanon. Today, 17 years later, the bridges I saw being rebuilt have been destroyed once again.

Apr 12 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Maps of the Month: March 2026

The most interesting maps and articles I came across in March 2026.

Apr 5 • Miguel García Álvarez

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March 2026

Special #01: Maps of the Roman Empire

A collection of maps covering this fascinating period in history.

Mar 23 • Miguel García Álvarez

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The US plan to invade Canada

And Canada’s plan to prevent it.

Mar 16 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Where is the boundary of the Iberian Peninsula?

Historically and culturally, the Iberian Peninsula comprises Portugal and Spain and is bounded by the Pyrenees. But is this the most accurate way to…

Mar 9 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Maps of the month: February 2026

The most interesting maps and articles I came across in February 2026.

Mar 2 • Miguel García Álvarez

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February 2026

The propaganda behind the United States’ entry into World War II

A look at the propaganda pressures that were present in the United States before its intervention in World War II.

Feb 22 • Miguel García Álvarez

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How many countries are there in the world?

There are territories with populations and governments. These governments have varying degrees of international relations… But how much is enough to be…

Feb 15 • Miguel García Álvarez

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Leonardo da Vinci’s maps

A journey through Leonardo da Vinci’s cartographic work and its importance in the conception of urban plans, physical maps and his unique world map.

Feb 8 • Miguel García Álvarez

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