Tuvalu Online - Includes history of the islands, plus news, maps and an online store. Message board in English and Tuvaluan. US Department of State - Tuvalu - Country portal offers a map and links to Background Notes, the US embassy and the current ambassador, press releases, fact sheets, annual Human Rights Reports and other major reports including Industry Market Reports. Wikipedia - Tuvalu - Hyperlinked encyclopedia article covers the country's history, government and politics, geography, economy, demographics, language and culture. Encyclopedia of the Nations - Tuvalu - Provides information about the country's geography, people, government, economy and tourism. From Thomson Gale. Jane's Tuvalu - Gateway to the South Pacific on the Internet, with photos, maps, myths and legends. Te Puna - Tuvalu - Categorized and annotated web directory from the National Library of New Zealand. CIA - The World Factbook: Tuvalu - Features map and brief descriptions of the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military and transnational issues. NationMaster - Tuvalu - Profile includes information for various aspects of the country, with a special emphasis on statistics and rankings. BBC News - Country Profile: Tuvalu - Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news.