iPad App update: Where can I see the solar eclipse?

Just in time for the annular solar eclipse on May 20-21, our Day and Night World Map HD app for iPad now shows when solar eclipses occur and where they're visible from. The latest update also includes 5 brand-new World Map looks. Full Story

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Ascension Day in United States

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Ascension Day is observed in the United States on the 40th day of Easter. It commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven, according to the New Testament of the Bible. Full Story

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New Time Zone in Mexico?

The decision on an initiative proposing parts of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo to switch time zones in autmn 2012 has been delayed. Full Story

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