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Mexico leads global silver output as mine supply nears 820 million ounces

Mexico remains the world’s largest silver producer based on the latest available full-year data, with global mine supply totalling roughly 820 million ounces, according to the World Silver Survey 2024 published by the Silver Institute.

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Copper is a critical metal for modern infrastructure, from renewable energy systems and electric vehicles to telecommunications and construction, and Chile holds far more copper beneath its soil than any other country, according to the latest figures on global mineral reserves.

Rain shapes life for millions around the globe, but in some places, it barely ever stops. New climate data highlight the top 10 cities with the most frequent annual rainfall, measured by the number of rainy days per year.

The world has unearthed roughly 700 million metric tons of copper in total throughout history. That’s enough to fill a cube roughly 430 metres on each side, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

"I love my food spicy" is a common phrase around the world, and there are different types of peppers that could help satisfy this desire.

If you’ve ever stood at the sink scrubbing plates after dinner, you might assume hand-washing uses the least water. But the latest figures suggest otherwise.

From electric vehicles, wind turbines, smartphones, to satellites, rare earth elements are the bedrock of the technologies that define modern life.

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Antarctica usually comes to mind when people think of penguins. That instinct is right, but it is only a part of the story. Penguins are much more geographically widespread, with significant populations across South America, Africa, and Oceania.

Venezuela’s oil industry has begun a cautious recovery after nearly a decade of steep decline, but production levels remain far below their former peak.

In parts of the Asia-Pacific region, having four or five children is still normal. In others, having even one child is becoming increasingly rare.

You might feel the same every day, but biologically, you never are. Beneath the surface, your body is constantly rebuilding itself by replacing worn-out cells, repairing damage, and keeping vital systems running without you ever noticing.

The world’s oil wealth is highly concentrated as a relatively small group of countries controls the majority of known crude resources, shaping energy markets, geopolitics and long-term economic planning far beyond their borders.

At the beginning of 2026, Yemen’s war entered a more complicated phase as friction grew between the internationally recognised government and the Southern Transitional Council, which widened its reach across several southern areas.

In some regions, unresolved conflicts are solidifying into prolonged humanitarian emergencies, while in others, long-standing tensions are at risk of flaring up again under political pressure or regional strain.

Luxury travel is no longer defined only by breathtaking beaches or historic landmarks but increasingly measured by how many five-star hotels a city can sustain.

Many people touch aluminium every single day: when opening a can, cooking with foil, driving a car or even plugging in a laptop. But few realise the huge amount of energy required to produce it.

Cotton is one of the world’s most familiar materials, worn daily and found in everything from shirts to bed sheets. But behind this comfort lies a high environmental cost, as producing just 1 kilogram of cotton requires about 10,000 litres of water.

Recent statistics reveal that the world is generating waste at an alarming rate, with around 460 million tonnes of plastic waste annually by 2025.

When you pick up a simple cotton T-shirt, you probably don’t think about water. But behind that soft, everyday fabric is surprisingly 2,700 litres of fresh water.

Coconut may not grab headlines like crude oil or wheat, but the latest data shows it commands a power of its own, especially in tropical regions where it’s not just a crop, but a way of life.

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