Now in its third century of publication, The World Almanac remains the trusted source people turn to first when they need comprehensive and reliable information on just about any subject imaginable. Faster and easier to use than the Internet and other on-line sources, it's no wonder The World Almanac is the one almanac found in homes, libraries, schools, businesses, and media outlets. Completely updated from first page to last, and with more information than ever before, The World Almanac 2002 continues the 134-year tradition of providing the most information on a variety of topics, including: -- Detailed results and analysis of the 2000 Census-- Expanded information in some of The World Almanac's most popular sections: sports, notable personalities, consumer information, and international news and information-- The Year in Pictures: two full-color photo sections with highlights of the most dramatic events of the year-- Plus, all the information people need on hundreds of othertopics, including: arts and entertainment, awards, U.S. cities and states, nations of the world, sports, the environment, vital statistics, crim.