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Where In The World: Weekend Recap
Thank you to everyone who attended Geography 2050: The Future of Mobility that took place on November 17 and 18, 2017 at Columbia University.  Be sure to save the dates of November 15 and 16, 2018, for next year's event. 
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Argentina 
Lost at Sea 
The US Navy has joined in the search for the 44 crew submarine (ARA San Juan) that went missing last week Wednesday. The vessel disappeared about 430 kilometers off the Argentinan coast. On Saturday, officials reported satellite signals near the Valdez peninsula but could not confirm if they were sent from the missing submarine. Adverse weather conditions have been hampering the rescue mission but officials say the crew should have ample food and oxygen aboard. 

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Further Reading: CNN, Washington Post, NPR, NBC
Graphic Source: BBC
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United States
Border Agent Killed
Along the U.S.-Mexican border, a border agent, Rogelio Martinez, 36, has died from undisclosed injuries while on duty. Martinez and his partner, whose name has not been released, were both injured when they responded to activity on Interstate 10.  The partner is in serious condition at a nearby hospital and it has been confirmed that the agents were not fired at. 

This map depicts the county where the border agents were injured while on duty. Click on the map to learn more.  
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Morocco
Food Stampede
On Sunday, in the town of Sidi Boulaalam, 15 women were trampled to death when a stampede occurred during the distribution of food aid. Morocco has been in the grip of a severe drought, which devasted the country's agriculture and has resulted in the high cost of basic food items. Officals have stated that King Muhammed VI instructed authorities to help those affected and that he would "personally cover all medical and funeral costs".
   
This map depicts the town of Sidi Boulaalam, Morocco. Click on the map to learn more.
Further Reading: Washington Post, ABC, BBC, 
Graphic Source: Al Jazeera
GeoQuestion
Friday's Answer
Q: Which nation has the busiest road network in the world?

A: The United States of America
Exceeding 6.58 million kilometers in total length, the US has the world’s longest and biggest road network. The country also has some of the world’s longest highways.
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Today's Question
Q: Off of which US state is the largest US underwater canyon located?

Stay tuned for tomorrow's DailyGeo where we reveal the correct answer!
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