Rankings

A ranking of the world’s most developed countries using the latest Human Development Index (HDI).

A global ranking of the world’s most obese countries, drawing on the latest data available from the World Health Organisation.

A global ranking of CO2 emissions by country, measured by metric tons per capita, using the latest data available from the World Bank.

A global ranking of countries most impacted by terrorism, using the latest available data from the Global Terrorism Index.

A global ranking of the most corrupt countries in the world according to the latest Corruption Perceptions Index.

A global ranking of the most powerful cities in the world, according to the Mori Memorial Foundation’s latest Global Power City Index.

Ranking the safest cities in the world, according to the latest Safe Cities Index report from The Economist Intelligence Unit.

A ranking of OECD countries with the highest minimum wage, measured by hourly and annual wage, using the latest available data from the OECD.

A global ranking of countries that drink the most alcohol, measured by alcohol consumption per capita, using the latest available data.

A global ranking of the worst countries for air pollution, measured by the number of deaths per 100,000 people of a given country.

A ranking of the angriest countries in the world according to the latest Global Emotions Report published by Gallup

A global ranking of the world’s hungriest countries, using the latest report from the Global Hunger Index (GHI).

Countries ranked by net migration, measured by net total of migrants during a five-year period, using the latest data from the World Bank.

Countries ranked by life expectancy at birth, measured by years, using the latest available data from the World Bank.

A global ranking of the highest rates of smoking in the world, measured by smoking prevalence by country.

The best countries for gender equality, measured by the relative gaps between women and men across society.

A global ranking of expenditures on health per capita expressed in international dollars at purchasing power parity (PPP).

A global index of countries with the highest fertility rates, measured by total births per woman, using the latest data from the UN.

Countries ranked by freedom of press, using the latest evaluation of the level of freedom available to journalists around the world.

A global ranking of CO2 emissions by country, measured by metric tons per capita, using the latest data available from the World Bank.

A global index of countries by murder rate, measured by intentional homicides per 100,000 people, using the latest UN data.

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Urban centers are full of possibilities, yet within the hustle and bustle lies a grim reality—crime. Violent crime is characterized by the use or threat of force against a victim. Crimes encompass a range of offenses, including assault, rape, homicide, … Read More

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In many countries, firearms are a normal part of life. In some countries, it is due to a love of sport or a practical method of self-defense. In others, it is a cultural practice or a result of instability and … Read More

Stepping into any of the world’s largest churches is like entering the pages of history, where architectural grandeur meets deep spiritual reverence. These immense structures, often centuries old, are places of worship surrounded by marvels of engineering powered by artists. … Read More

Active volcanoes create and destroy, shaping landscapes and impacting nearby communities with unpredictable behavior. These geological powerhouses provide critical insights into the complex dynamics of Earth’s interior and the changes they can trigger on the surface. Researchers estimate over 1,350 … Read More

Dementia is a scourge that contributes to the rapid decline of mental faculties in the old. The affliction is characterized by memory loss, impaired thinking, and a general decline in activities such as reading and writing.  Although the progression of … Read More

Scientific advancements have made it easier for people to travel far and wide. While every country issues passports to its citizens (and sometimes others in particular circumstances), this “power” can differ. The Henley Passport Index annually ranks passports by announcing … Read More

A ranking of countries by the prevalence of depression, measured by the percentage of the population suffering from depressive disorders.