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Where is vegetarianism most common?

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Europe’s hygiene habits revealed: Half of Dutch don’t wash hands with soap after using the toilet

One would think that washing hands with soap and water would become second nature for everyone after the pandemic. Surprisingly, some countries still find it difficult to do this even after using the toilet.

Singapore Changi tops world’s best airports for food during a layover

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Where you are assured of the best quality of life in the world

According to the Quality-of-Life Index released by Numbeo, European cities continue to lead the way in livability, with The Hague (Den Haag) in the Netherlands emerging as the city with the best quality of life in 2025, scoring an impressive 229.0 points.

Language is diverse, and in fact, there are over 7,000 languages spoken all over the world.

Silent killers: Noncommunicable Diseases account for majority of global deaths

Despite the frequent headlines dominated by violence, pandemics, and disaster, the leading causes of death worldwide are far less dramatic, but far more persistent.

Countries redraw political maps as governments build and shift capitals

Several countries are moving government institutions or building new administrative cities, driven by congestion, development goals and pressure on existing capitals. But the projects vary widely, from completed legal relocations to proposals that remain uncertain.

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Europe leads world in milk and dairy consumption at 221 kg per person

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Which country eats the most cheese in the world?

From traditional recipes to modern culinary innovations, cheese has become a beloved food item globally.

Piracy trends: Rising hostage risks amid stable attack numbers in 2024

In 2024, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported 116 piracy-related incidents worldwide, a figure that remains largely consistent with recent years. However, the nature of these attacks is shifting—with a troubling rise in hostage-taking and the use of weapons, posing new challenges for seafarers and the maritime industry at large.

The world’s most expensive Fabergé eggs: A legacy of luxury and imperial artistry

In 1885, Tsar Alexander III of Russia sparked a royal tradition that would become one of the most opulent and iconic legacies in the history of art.

5 Global South countries leading the world in paternity leave days

For decades, maternity leave has dominated conversations about family policy. But today, a quiet revolution is taking place, especially across the Global South.

Top wine-producing countries you should know about

Wine production is a significant aspect of global agriculture and culture, with a select group of countries contributing the majority of the world's supply.

Getting a trim can be the most basic and easiest service to have done in any part of the world. However, individuals in some parts of the globe pay an arm and a leg for this service.

Countries with the highest civilian gun ownership in the world

The United States leads the world in civilian gun ownership, with an average of 120.5 firearms for every 100 residents. That far exceeds the next country on the list, Yemen, with 52.8 guns per 100 people, followed by New Caledonia at 42.5.

Cardiovascular diseases revealed as the leading cause of death in Europe

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) have been revealed as the leading cause of death in the European Union, according to the latest data from Eurostat and the World Health Organization (WHO).

The top countries highest ranked in education

Education is a cornerstone of societal progress and economic development, and countries around the world continue to invest heavily in improving the quality of their education systems.

Nearly all people in Tajikistan hold at least one gender bias against women

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Who are the fastest land animals on the planet?

The animal kingdom boasts some indomitable runners.

Is your right eye in charge? What 70% of people don’t realise about eye dominance

Did you know that 70% of people are right-eye dominant, while roughly 30% are left-eye dominant? That’s according to visual science sources citing ocular dominance studies.