Gulf of Mexico

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Gulf of America? More Like Gulf of Absurdity!

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Is your map showing the Gulf of Mexico, or did it just demote itself to the Gulf of America? Join the fun as maps and media clash over geography, politics, and some good old Canadian humor!

In a quirky twist on geopolitics, the Gulf of Mexico has undergone a name change that has sent waves across the digital globe. Following an executive order from President Donald Trump, online maps, including those from tech giants like Google and Apple, have rebranded the sunny waters to the 'Gulf of America.' Meanwhile, the Associated Press (AP) is navigating stormy seas after being barred from covering an official White House event. The reason? They dared to use the original name, which the White House deemed offensive – as if a sea of salty water could hold feelings!

While Apple’s maps have made the transition to the Gulf of America for its U.S. users, geographical humor isn't universal. Mexican users will continue to see the Gulf of Mexico on their maps, as it appears geographic nationalism isn't quite as buoyant elsewhere. This naming controversy has become a hot potato, or perhaps a hot fish taco, illuminating how politics and cartography can mix like oil and water. It’s as if the world has entered a surreal alternate universe where our maps are now influenced by political whims.

But it doesn’t just end there, as the AP’s situation raises serious questions about media freedom and the relationship between news organizations and government institutions. How do we maintain journalistic integrity when the very names we use can lead to being ostracized from the proverbial party? It seems that the news outlet is more committed than ever to referring to the Gulf of Mexico by its classic name while acknowledging Trump's order – three cheers for stubbornness mixed with a splash of integrity!

As the drama unfolds in the world of online maps and political naming rights, one has to wonder where this will all head. Are we destined to see more geographical shifts as new administrations come and go, or will the tides turn back to common sense? Historians might chuckle at how a single executive order could spark such upheaval over a body of water that has cradled countless ships and fishermen for centuries. So, the next time you check Google Maps or Apple Maps, surf over to the Gulf of America—or the Gulf of Mexico, whichever way the political wind blows.

Did you know that the Gulf of Mexico is home to the largest underwater sinkhole in the world? The Great Blue Hole, located off the coast of Belize, is around 300 meters across and over 125 meters deep! Additionally, this fascinating body of water also supports a rich array of wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and over 200 species of fish, making it a true ecological treasure for those who can agree on its name!

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AP reporter barred from Oval Office over its policy to continue using ... (National Post)

AP said after Trump's inauguration that it would continue to refer to the Gulf of Mexico while noting Trump's decision to rename it as well.

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Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America based on Trump's ... (CityNews)

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps Tuesday after an order by President Donald Trump was made official by ...

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White House blocks AP from event for using 'Gulf of Mexico' (NPR)

The Associated Press says the White House blocked it from covering an official event on Tuesday because it did not refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf ...

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Google maps changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America for US users (BBC News)

The update aligns with Donald Trump's order that the body be referred to as the Gulf of America.

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Here's How All Online Maps Are Handling the 'Gulf of Mexico' Name ... (WIRED)

Google is among the first companies to change the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on its maps. Other sources for online maps have not yet followed Donald ...

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Gulf of Mexico now Gulf of America on Google Maps for users in the ... (National Post)

At least for people using the app or website in the U.S.. On Monday, the tech giant announced it had changed the basin's name, reflecting the most recent update ...

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Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on maps, following ... (USA TODAY)

Bloomberg reported the change would be rolled out to users in the U.S. first before being rolled out globally. Apple did not immediately return USA TODAY's ...

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Who owns the Gulf of Mexico/America? What to know about recent ... (NBC Chicago)

President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico, but who actually owns the waterway that touches multiple countries?

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'Gulf of America' arrives on Google Maps after President Trump ... (6ABC Philadelphia)

The body of water formerly known in the United States as the Gulf of Mexico is now listed for US-based users of Google Maps as the Gulf of America.

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White House Bars Reporter From Event Over A.P.'s Use of 'Gulf of ... (The New York Times)

The Associated Press has said it would refer to the Gulf of Mexico “by its original name while acknowledging” President Trump's choice to rename the body of ...

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'Gulf of America': Google Maps follows Donald Trump order ... (Toronto Star)

The change only applies for American users. Mexican users will still see “Gulf of Mexico,” while people everywhere else will see both names.

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Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America based on Trump's ... (6ABC Philadelphia)

Apple renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps Tuesday. It follows Google, which has also rolled out the change.

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Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on maps (AM800 (iHeartRadio))

Apple has changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps after an order by President Donald Trump was made official by the U.S. ...

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Reporter banned from Oval Office event over editorial decision not to ... (CBC.ca)

The Associated Press on Tuesday said the White House barred its reporter from an event at the Oval Office because the news agency would not start using ...

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Apple Maps renames Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America, follows ... (NBC New York)

Google made a similar name change in its mapping software for the Gulf of America. Apple followed suit a day later changing the Gulf of Mexico in app.

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US, Google update maps to say Gulf of America after Trump change ... (Jackson Clarion Ledger)

The changes will only apply to maps in the United States of America, and the Trump administration is working to enforce use of the updated name. This week, the ...

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Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America on maps (Santa Rosa Press Democrat)

Apple has changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps after an order by President Donald Trump was made official by the U.S. ...

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Why did Trump change the name of the Gulf of Mexico? Here's what ... (NBC Chicago)

President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, but why did he make that move?

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White House media protest after reporter barred over 'Gulf of Mexico ... (The Japan Times)

"It is alarming that the Trump administration would punish AP for its independent journalism," Pace said, adding that limiting access violated the First ...

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The AP says Trump blocking its reporter from Oval Office over not ... (CBS News)

The White House on Tuesday demanded the AP alter its style guidance of the Gulf of Mexico, which President Trump renamed last month.

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Google Maps now shows Gulf of America, removes Pride, Black ... (Globalnews.ca)

Google's online and mobile calendars in the U.S. no longer include references to the first day of Black History Month or Pride Month, among other events.

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Who owns the Gulf of Mexico? What to know about Trump renaming it (The Independent)

Trump issued an executive order shortly after taking office to rename the gulf, and in February, the federal Board on Geographic Names formally changed the name ...

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White House blocks AP from event for using 'Gulf of Mexico' (Texas Public Radio)

President Trump speaks to the press before signing a proclamation renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America aboard Air Force One en route to New ...

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The AP kept the name Gulf of Mexico; White House barred reporters ... (Poynter)

When President Donald Trump ordered the Gulf of Mexico renamed the Gulf of America, The Associated Press said it would keep the body of water's previous ...

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Apple bends the knee and switches to 'Gulf of America' after Trump's ... (The Independent)

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American ...

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Angry Google Maps Users Report Gulf Of America As Mislabeled (Forbes)

There are multiple threads on Reddit denouncing the change and encouraging users to express their dissatisfaction by reporting the Gulf of America as “ ...

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Map apps switch to Gulf of America: The details (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)

Could Lake Ontario get a Trump name change? Let us know your thoughts as we process the switch to Gulf of America and maps convert.

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Google officially changes the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America ... (Montgomery Advertiser)

The change reflects Google's policy of adhering to official government names for geographical locations. Users outside the United States will see both the name ...

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The White House says it's a 'fact' that the Gulf of Mexico has been ... (WTOP)

Did Trump rename the Gulf of Mexico? Before his Jan. 20 inauguration, Trump announced plans to change the Gulf of Mexico's name to the “Gulf of America” — and ...

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White House blocks AP from event for using 'Gulf of Mexico' (Texas Public Radio)

President Trump speaks to the press before signing a proclamation renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America aboard Air Force One en route to New ...

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