David Leonhardt of the NYTimes wrote a very quick piece today tracing out food prices using Bureau of Labor Statistics. What he discovered is not exactly shocking, but definitely worth taking a look at!
More info at the Bureau of Labor Statistics site.
The World Digital Library recently went "live" providing access to literally thousands of cultural artifacts and primary sources from around the world and dating back to 9000 BC.
This database is supported by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
It is searchable across 5 different categories and available in 7 languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish and Portuguese):
Place
Time
Topics, such as Technology and Language
Type of Item
Institution
"Social Media and Web 2.0 are umbrella terms that define the various activities that integrate technology, social interaction, and content creation. Learn more about Social Media and Web 2.0 in government."
This site includes:
Blogs from the U.S. Government – Read blogs from various U.S. government sources.
Government Gadget Gallery – Explore gadgets from across the government.
Government Photos and Images – A large collection of photos and images made available by the U.S. government
Government RSS Library – Library of RSS feeds from across the government
Podcasts from the U.S. Government – Listen to podcasts from across the government.
State Photo and Multimedia Galleries – Find photos from the U.S. states.
Videos from the U.S. Government – Links to public domain videos that may be used and reproduced without permission or fee
Virtual Tours from the U.S. Government – View virtual tours created by federal government agencies.
Source: USA.gov
In October 2008, the New York 3Rs Association launched its digital heritage Web site, a research portal for students, educators, historians, genealogists and others who are interested in the New York’s history.
Since launch, more than 2000 items have been added with 5000 more expected to be added by summer.
The gateway connects more than 160 digital collections from around the state, contributed by more than 100 libraries, archives, museums and other cultural institutions throughout New York. It also builds on existing digital repository services administered by each of the nine reference and research library resources councils.
Direct to New York Heritage Collection (access is free)
Source: Resource Shelf (Posted April 15, 2009)
A census is a "snapshot" of the entire population at a single point in time. The U.S. Census determines how many people reside within the country's borders, who they are, and where they live. Every 10 years since 1790, data from the decennial census have been used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, as mandated by the U.S. constitution. With 860,000 temporary workers and a cost of $4.5 billion, the 2000 Census was the largest peacetime mobilization of resources and personnel by the federal government. The 2010 Census, which will take place next April, is projected to cost as much as $14 billion.
Topics covered on the site:
Census History; the American Community Survey; Apportionment; 2010 Timetable, and 2010 Questionnaire. We also provide a list of additional resources, including links to related websites and content.
Source: Population Reference Bureau
A census is a "snapshot" of the entire population at a single point in time. The U.S. Census determines how many people reside within the country's borders, who they are, and where they live. Every 10 years since 1790, data from the decennial census have been used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, as mandated by the U.S. constitution. With 860,000 temporary workers and a cost of $4.5 billion, the 2000 Census was the largest peacetime mobilization of resources and personnel by the federal government. The 2010 Census, which will take place next April, is projected to cost as much as $14 billion.
Topics covered on the site:
Census History; the American Community Survey; Apportionment; 2010 Timetable, and 2010 Questionnaire. We also provide a list of additional resources, including links to related websites and content.
Source: Population Reference Bureau
A census is a "snapshot" of the entire population at a single point in time. The U.S. Census determines how many people reside within the country's borders, who they are, and where they live. Every 10 years since 1790, data from the decennial census have been used to apportion seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, as mandated by the U.S. constitution. With 860,000 temporary workers and a cost of $4.5 billion, the 2000 Census was the largest peacetime mobilization of resources and personnel by the federal government. The 2010 Census, which will take place next April, is projected to cost as much as $14 billion.
Topics covered on the site:
Census History; the American Community Survey; Apportionment; 2010 Timetable, and 2010 Questionnaire. We also provide a list of additional resources, including links to related websites and content.
Source: Population Reference Bureau
The NYTimes today has an excellent set of interactive maps and data sets outlining immigration trends in the United States since 1880. The maps allow you to compare foreign born population vs. the total population for any state by decennial years; 1880, 1890, 1910 etc. In addition, you can choose from a select group of countries and track that nations immigration to various counties in the United States.
The data set focuses on diversity in nations classrooms and tracks demographic changes across school districts.
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis has published a timeline on the current financial crisis. The site also includes: An FAQ that answers questions on the causes of the current crisis and a comparison to the Great Depression, links to articles and papers; data that include national and international economic trends, yields on various treasury securities and links to other agencies and web sites offering relevant information on the crisis.
Mayor Bloomberg and the NYC Department of Buildings have announced the creation of an online database of construction plans, which will make it easier for residents to challenge developments in their neighborhoods. The press release issued February 02, 2009, points out that New York City is the first in the nation to put Development Diagrams online.
The new measure, which goes into effect on March 9, will require architects and engineers filing applications for new buildings and major developments to submit submit diagrams that will be posted online at nyc.gov