CIA to Discontinue World Factbook, Ending Free Online Resource for Global Country Data
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The CIA has announced it will cease publishing the World Factbook, a free online resource used by millions worldwide for country statistics and information. The decision comes without explanation, with the agency simply stating the publication has been "sunset" while encouraging readers to stay curious about the world. The Factbook was frequently cited by journalists and academics and offered regularly updated, easily searchable data about countries and communities globally.
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Frequently cited by journalists and academics, the Factbook offered regularly updated statistics and information about countries and communities all over the world, in an easily understood and searchable format.
A statement on the CIA's website did not include a reason for the decision, simply stating that the publication had 'sunset' while encouraging readers to 'stay curious about the world and find ways to explore it'.
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