Today, the inhabitants of Earth have hit a significant milestone. The population of the planet has moved from the country to the city.

"...Wednesday, May 23, 2007, represents a major demographic shift, according to scientists from North Carolina State University and the University of Georgia: For the first time in human history, the earth’s population will be more urban than rural."

from Mayday 23: World Population Becomes More Urban Than Rural

I'm pretty sure that this is the kid who tipped the scales:

Pic from Moonage WebDream 

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