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Do you like some of the New York Times maps and graphics? If so, you can view some of the projects here. Also, at the bottom of the page is MapShaper, which looks like it could be very useful for simplifying shapefiles for KML use.

This webpage is from the folks behind geocommons finder and maker. I like this economy dashboard because it is simple and it appears to have up-to-date information (as of March 2009). The other nice aspect about geocommons in general is the access to the tabular data, and also to shapefile format for use in GIS.

Insight, analysis, and research about location-based technologies including mapping and geohacking. "Mapping and location data are driving some of the most intriguing new web applications. Geohacker alpha geeks are building wickedly clever mashups. Established companies are integrating location data into all manner of workaday applications. And the location industry is growing into the Web 2.0 era. We're tracking it, and showcasing the most significant work at Where 2.0."