"He was a huge believer in geography education and was someone who deeply believed in the need to educate the population about geography-it was one of his great passions," says Gary Knell, the chairman of National Geographic Partners.
Google's ongoing attempts to secure high-precision mapping data from South Korea have faced obstacles, with officials still debating necessary security measures and data management.
Wooden rocking chairs, vintage candies, and comfort foods make Cracker Barrel a beloved destination, yet seven states lack these franchises due to geographical and economic factors.
It's estimated that two-thirds of the flavor in bourbon comes from the aging, making what happens in a barrel extremely important for creating the desired flavors, says Brent Elliot, master distiller at Four Roses in Kentucky. Various barrel specifications contribute to particular flavors, but the primary drivers behind flavor development in the barrel are environmental, which are dictated by geography.
Juneau, with its cold climate and coastal location, has humidity levels heightened by temperatures that rarely exceed 65°F, receiving over 250 days of precipitation annually.
