The World Almanac 2004 continues the 135-year tradition of excellence, and provides today's readers with the information they need, available anytime, anywhere. Highlights include: - Expanded coverage of the most turned-to sections: noted personalities, education, space, sports, nations of the world, awards, and consumer information - Enhancements and improvements on every page of the book - Two color photo sections, with highlights of the years most noteworthy people, places, and events - Free monthly e-mail updates provided to all readers throughout the year - Larger type in selected sections and more illustrations throughout the book - Authoritative, comprehensive and timely information on just about everything: census figures, health, historical anniversaries, presidents, personal finance, religion, sex, statistics, weather, and so much more - all in one book!.