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UN approves new world map: What to know about 'Equal Earth'
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Catherine Stoddard , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· September 9, 2026
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Key points The map is called "Equal Earth" and is designed to more accurately depict the size of continents. Further details about the "Equal Earth" map are available from the source.
A new world map has been endorsed by the U.N. The map is called "Equal Earth" and is designed to more accurately depict the size of continents. This endorsement is the result of a vote by the U.N.
Further details about the "Equal Earth" map are available from the source. The U.N.'s decision to endorse this map is noted, but specifics about its development and implementation are not provided here.
The "Equal Earth" map is intended to provide a more accurate representation of the world's continents, according to the information available. For more information, readers can refer to the source.
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Category: government ·
Published: September 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
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