The UN is ditching the classic Mercator map for a more accurate Equal Earth projection, which reveals the true size of continents like Africa—long distorted by the old map’s navigational design. While Mercator helped sailors with straight-line routes, it misled perceptions of global geography. The new projection prioritizes accurate area over navigation, reflecting a deeper shift toward truth in how we visualize our planet’s real scale and significance.
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