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We're getting more degrees
Data: U.S. Census Bureau; Chart: Jacque Schrag/Axios The share of Americans 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher rose from about 34% to 38% between the 2015-2019 and 2020-2024 periods, according to new census data. Zoom in: In Northwest Arkansas, the rate increased from 32.7% to 35.9%. ğ The biggest gains among the 100 largest metro areas: Durham, N.C. (53%, up from 45%); New Haven, Conn. (42%, up from 35%); and Austin, Texas (51%, up from 45%).
More people in Atlanta have bachelor's degrees, census data show
Data: U.S. Census Bureau; Chart: Jacque Schrag/Axios The share of metro Atlanta residents 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher rose from 39% to 42% between the 2015-2019 and 2020-2024 periods. How it works: That's based on the Census Bureau's latest five-year American Community Survey estimates. A metro's share can increase if more residents get their degrees, or if more people with degrees move into town.
The Durham metro area led the way in the growth of residents with college degrees
Data: U.S. Census Bureau; Chart: Jacque Schrag/Axios The Triangle has been one of the leading regions for adding residents with college degrees since the pandemic, a new report from the U.S. Census Bureau finds. Why it matters: The Triangle has long prided itself on how much talent its universities produce, helping make the region one of the biggest areas for job growth over the past decade. Duke, N.C. State and UNC-Chapel Hill have all grown in recent years.
Los Angeles County fire impacts shown in before and after images
Before and after satellite images help show the intense destruction caused as the Los Angeles County wildfires continue. The big picture: So far, at least 25,000 acres have been burned and five deaths confirmed, per officials.
2024 gubernatorial election results
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š¦Michigan's favorite special scoops
Moose tracks is the flavor Michiganders prefer when it's time for ice cream and classics like vanilla are passed over. The big picture: Orange sherbet and rocky road are each the most popular unique flavor in 11 other states, Instacart data shows. Zoom in: Butter pecan, cookie dough and cookies and cream are other special flavors popular in Michigan. Moose tracks ā vanilla ice cream with peanut butter cups and fudge ā is also most popular in Indiana, Illinois and other Midwestern states.
🍨 Ohio's favorite unique flavor is ...
Ohioans sure do love their chocolate, whether in candy or ice cream form. Scooping the news: Chocolate chip, however, was the most-ordered special ice cream flavor in Ohio last summer, Instacart data shows. We join only Kansas and Kentucky with that distinction. The big picture: Overall, classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and cookies and cream are the most popular flavors nationwide.
菎America's favorite special scoops
A new analysis of the most uniquely popular ice cream flavors by state reveals orange sherbet and rocky road ice cream are each the most popular in 11 states, according to summer 2023 purchase data from Instacart. The big picture: While there are some regional trends in the top flavors, like rocky road in the West and moose tracks in the Midwest, many states have a different top unique flavor than their neighbors.
The Israel-Hamas war in Gaza fuels spillover violence in Iraq, Syria, Yemen
Domino effect: Violence ripples beyond Gaza Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios The Israel-Hamas war has triggered new cycles of violence beyond the borders of Gaza, drawing global attention to the network of Iranian-backed militias that wield influence — and arms — across the Middle East.
High inflation keeps eggs on top of Google searches for 2023
"Eggs" make history as top-ranked Google search on cost in 2023 Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Data: Google Trends; Graphic: Jacque Schrag/Axios In a year of high prices across the board, eggs stand out as the item most searched by Americans asking, "Why is ___ so expensive?" Driving the news: In all 50 states and D.C., "eggs" topped the rankings, according to data...
The best thanksgiving sides in each state, per poll
Thanksgiving 2023 side dish winners announced Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios Thanks to the responses of 6,000+ Axios readers, the winners of Axios' favorite Thanksgiving sides poll have been selected.
How Biden's presidential turkeys stack up to the rest
How Biden's presidential turkeys stack up to the rest Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Data: Axios research; Note: Only turkeys where weight of bird was known are shown; Chart: Jacque Schrag/Axios Liberty and Bell — two 42-pound turkeys — were pardoned today by President Biden and spared from the Thanksgiving table.
Climate change is forcing tweaks to a vital map for farmers and gardeners
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Climate change is forcing tweaks to a vital map for farmers and gardeners
Climate change is forcing tweaks to a vital map for farmers and gardeners Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Data: Axios analysis of USDA data; Map: Will Chase/Axios Warming temperatures are changing where and when different plant varieties can grow most successfully, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) map released this week.
Poll: Your favorite Thanksgiving sides
Poll: Your favorite Thanksgiving sides Share on facebook (opens in new window) Share on twitter (opens in new window) Share on linkedin (opens in new window) Share on email (opens in new window) Illustrations: Sarah Grillo, Brendan Lynch and Maura Losch/Axios Despite being known as Turkey Day, food lovers know that it's the sides that can make or break a Thanksgiving dinner. With so many options to choose from, the Axios team wants to know — what are your top-tier side dishes?
Travel the world without ever leaving Arizona
10 Tourist Traps to Avoid in the Midwest That ball of string ain't all it's cracked up to be. While Midwesterners are known for being friendly and sweet, that doesn’t mean all of the region’s …
You can travel the world without ever leaving Florida
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Charted: Hardest hit in tech layoffs
ChatGPT sparks surge of AI detection tools The rise of generative AI tools is creating parallel demand for a new class of systems that can help distinguish AI-generated text and images from those created by humans. Why it matters: Educators, in particular, are concerned about students turning in work created by an AI system. But experts are also worried about how generative AI can create a flood of misinformation and impersonation.
Dataviz Horror Story: Jacque Schrag, Nightingale
We’ve all made embarrassing dataviz mistakes, whether we’re beginners or superstars. This series of Horror Stories aims to normalize “failure” as part of professional development. This story comes from Jacque Schrag, a visual journalist at Axios. A version of this article appeared in Nightingale Magazine Issue 2. Most of my horror stories aren’t about bad charts or unreasonable expectations.
How Axios brings smart brevity to data journalism
Data journalism, Data visualisation, podcast Filed Under axios, data, data journalism, dataviz, journalism, podcast The Axios team have spearheaded ‘smart brevity‘, but how does that apply to data journalism and data visualisation? Alberto and Simon chat with the team that makes it happen: Danielle Alberti, Jacque Schrag and Will Chase about how they work and what makes a project ‘Axios’. You can check out the midterms project the team worked on with Google Trends data here.
Unprecedented national average price for gas caused more Americans to search about gas prices
Search interest in gas prices has risen steeply in the U.S. as the national average hit an unprecedented $5 per gallon on June 11, new Google Trends data shows. Driving the news: "Gas prices" was in the top three most searched topics in 121 out of 435 congressional districts during the week of June 6-13, according to data Axios' midterms dashboard. Interest was highest in the Midwest, near the Great Lakes, and in parts of the southwest.
Uvalde school shooting triggered more Americans to search for firearms
National interest in firearms surged in nearly every congressional district in the U.S. after the May 24 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, new Google Trends data shows. The deep orange spots on the map above show where search interest was highest. Driving the news: “Firearms” was the second or third most searched topic in 409 of 435 districts during the week of May 23–30, according to data for our midterms dashboard.
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How is China Modernizing its Nuclear Forces?
The advent of nuclear weapons fundamentally transformed the nature of warfare and strategy. Changes in nuclear policy, posture, and force structure in one country can have global ramifications. China is one of only nine countries that possesses nuclear weapons. Although its nuclear arsenal is small relative to those of the United States and Russia, China is rapidly expanding and modernizing its nuclear forces and may be significantly shifting its nuclear policies.
Creating Pixel Art with CSS
Jacque Schrag twitter logo Jun 12 ・6 min read I have always enjoyed looking at and creating pixel art. Before online pixel makers were a thing, I used to spend hours making my own pixel art in Photoshop with the pencil tool. This article will show you how using CSS (and a tiny bit of HTML), you can use code to make your own pixel art creations.
How Is the Belt and Road Initiative Advancing China’s Interests?
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is Chinese president Xi Jinping’s signature foreign policy project aimed at strengthening China’s connectivity with the world. It combines new and old projects, covers an expansive geographic scope, and includes efforts to strengthen hard infrastructure, soft infrastructure, and people-to-people ties. As of October 2023, the plan touches 151 countries with a combined gross domestic product of $41 trillion and some 5.1 billion people.
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