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San Francisco officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a cultural, commercial, and financial center in the U.S. state of California. Located in Northern California, San Francisco is the 17th most populous city proper in the United States, and the fourth most populous in California, with 873,965 residents as of 2020.[15] It covers an area of about 46.9 square miles (121 square kilometers),[20] mostly at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area, making it the second most densely populated large U.S. city, and the fifth most densely populated U.S. county, behind only four of the five New York City boroughs.

San Francisco is the 12th-largest metropolitan statistical area in the United States with 4.7 million residents, and the fourth-largest by economic output, with a GDP of $592 billion in 2019.[21] With San Jose, California, it forms the San Jose–San Francisco–Oakland, CA Combined Statistical Area, the fifth most populous combined statistical area in the United States, with 9.6 million residents as of 2019. Colloquial nicknames for San Francisco include SF, San Fran, The City, and Frisco.

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Exploring the World of Sharks: Ecology and Conservation

Exploring the World of Sharks: Ecology and Conservation

For centuries, sharks have been misunderstood, often depicted as fearsome predators lurking in the depths, waiting for unsuspecting swimmers. However, as ocean exploration and water-based activities such as diving and snorkeling have grown in popularity, understanding shark behavior has become crucial for safe and responsible interactions. Sharks have been an integral part of marine ecosystems […]
The Tale of the Maldives Victory Shipwreck

The Tale of the Maldives Victory Shipwreck

In 1958, a ship originally named MV Malatian was constructed in Liverpool. More than a decade later, in 1971, Maldives Shipping Limited acquired the vessel and renamed it Maldives Victory. This cargo ship played a crucial role in transporting essential goods to the Maldives. Under the Maldivian flag, the Maldives Victory—a 15,000-ton, 83-meter cargo ship—departed […]
Male Airport Transportation

Male Airport Transportation

Speedboat Speedboat transfers to Male city and nearby resorts are available from the airport Male Airport Speedboat Transfers Sea plane transfers Male Airport hosts the biggest sea plane operations in the world. Flights are available on Trans Maldivian Airways or Maldivian Air Taxi. Maldivian Air Taxi Check-in Counters Trans Maldivian Check-in Counters Male Airport Seaplane […]
Male International Airport Guide (Maldives)

Male International Airport Guide (Maldives)

Male Velana International Airport (IATA: MLE, ICAO: VRMM) is the main international airport in the Maldives. It is located on Hulhule Island in the North Male Atoll, near the capital island Male. Male airport is the main gateway into the Maldives islands for tourists. It is currently the only airport in the country offering international […]
Maldives Connectivity

Maldives Connectivity

In this interview, correspondent Polly Nash talks to fire fighter Cami Schafer about one of the many frightening effects of climate change; the ever-growing threat of wildfires around the world. Last year California was hit by the Dixie Fire, the largest single forest fire in the state’s history.
Preserving the Maldives’ Unique Ecosystem

Preserving the Maldives’ Unique Ecosystem

The Maldives boasts one of the most fragile ecosystems on Earth, with coral reefs serving as the very foundation of its islands. These reefs act as a natural shield, protecting the low-lying land from erosion while also supporting the nation’s economy through tourism and fisheries. To safeguard this vital marine environment, various conservation initiatives have […]
Maldivian Heritage

Maldivian Heritage

Despite having a population of just over half a million, the Maldives boasts a distinctive heritage and customs. While significantly shaped by various traditions from regions along the Indian Ocean, Maldivian heritage, craftsmanship, and customs have been molded by the island’s natural surroundings and the vast seas that embrace us. Dhivehi is the native tongue […]
Maldives Terrain

Maldives Terrain

The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, extending across the equator. The nation consists of 1,192 isles stretching over a distance of 871 kilometers. Although the territory spans roughly 90,000 square kilometers, merely 298 square kilometers of it is solid ground. The isles are arranged in a dual sequence of 26 atolls. The […]

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