Society & Culture

Paid maternity leave is nearly universal worldwide, but a small group of countries still offer no guaranteed paid time off for new mothers, and the United States remains the most surprising member of that list.

A single 500 ml McDonald’s strawberry milkshake contains 56g of sugar (around 14 sugar cubes), while a 330ml can of Coca-Cola packs in 36g (about 9 cubes). Even 250ml of Red Bull and 440ml of Drench juice contain 28g (7 cubes) each.

From a morning espresso shot to an afternoon iced tea, caffeinated drinks are part of daily life for millions of people. But the amount of caffeine they deliver can vary dramatically.

It is a parent's dream to consistently ensure the safety, happiness, and overall well-being of their children. But what happens when the foundation you've believed in all your life starts cracking when it comes to your children?

Women live longer than men nearly everywhere in the world. According to data compiled by Worldometer, the average life expectancy at birth in 2025 is 70.9 years for men and 76.2 years for women, leaving a gap of over five years.

Public holidays, mostly seen as a form of respite for employees and employers from their labour and busy schedules, have over the years been the perfect escape.