Maps101 Blog – News Highlights of 2011.

Posted on December 15, 2011 by RB

Following hot on the heels of the Google Zeitgeist, here are the highlights of 2011 as told in the Maps101 Blog – Tunisian protests lead to a change of  Government - http://maps101blog.com/2011/01/25/tunisia-a-sign-to-the-region/ 21st Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s freedom - http://maps101blog.com/2011/02/10/on-this-day-2111990-nelson-mandela-freed/ Japan hit by huge earthquake & Tsunami - http://maps101blog.com/2011/03/11/huge-earthquake-sends-tsunami-waves-across-the-pacific-ocean/ 2 Corpse Flowers in rare blooming event - http://maps101blog.com/2011/04/27/a-pretty-big-stink/ How [...]

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Google Zeitgeist 2011

Posted on December 15, 2011 by RB

Its that time of year when Google produces its ‘Year in Review’ video, and we spend a couple of minutes remembering events that seemed so long ago but whose effects are still central to the daily lives of those who were affected by them. Many or all of these issues have been covered as they [...]

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Japan Earthquake locator map

Posted on March 11, 2011 by RB

This map shows all of the earthquakes that have taken place in Japan over recent hours, including their magnitudes. Click on the ‘play’ buttons to see footage submitted by eyewitnesses via Youtube. We have added a special content section to Maps101 where you can access a variety of materials in different formats that can help [...]

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Huge Earthquake sends tsunami waves across the Pacific Ocean

Posted on March 11, 2011 by RB

Following an 8.9 earthquake, the coast of Japan has been devastated by a huge Tsunami. Many nations surrounding the Pacific are now facing a tsunami warning. The state of Hawaii is bracing itself for waves anywhere between 1 and 5 metres forecast by the west coast tsunami warning center. The extent of the damage within [...]

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Christmas around the world Pt 3: Japan

Posted on December 6, 2010 by RB

Japan is predominantly a Buddhist country, with only a small percentage of the population Christian. This does not, however, prevent them from celebrating many of the commercial aspects of the holiday.

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Whale poop provides nutritious boost to marine life.

Posted on October 13, 2010 by RB

Scientists believe that Whales are making a significant contribution to the health of other marine life – through their waste. This according to a new study published by the University of Vermont. Nitrates, which fish and plankton require to live and grow, sink to the bottom of the ocean in their waste , as well [...]

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