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Politics / 1 day ago

Countries that executed their monarchs

One of history’s darkest political acts was the execution of monarchs, whether by their own people or under foreign orders. The English Civil War climaxed with a trial unprecedented in British history. After years of conflict between the monarchy and Parliament, King Charles I was convicted of treason by a special court dominated by his opponents. On 30 January 1649, he was led onto a scaffold outside the Banqueting House in Whitehall and beheaded.

Politics / 1 day ago

Which countries are most free in 2025?

A new map from The World in Maps and Nazar brings political freedom in 2024 into sharp focus. Drawing on data from Freedom House’s freedom score, it paints the globe in shades that range from deep blue to pale yellow, each colour a reflection of how free, or constrained, life is within a nation’s borders. Behind those colours lies a detailed framework: up to 40 points measure electoral processes and political pluralism, while the remaining 60 points capture freedoms that shape daily life, such as speech, association, the rule of law, and personal autonomy. Together, these 25 indicators offer a powerful snapshot of democracy and liberty in today’s world.

Politics / 2 days ago

Former Latin American presidents in jail

A striking map published by The World in Maps paints a sobering picture of Latin America’s political landscape. As of August 2025, many countries across the region have at least one former president behind bars, under house arrest or living in exile to avoid detention. The pattern, which inspired the map, underscores how corruption and abuse of power have become endemic at the highest levels of government – and how judicial systems and foreign courts are now holding former leaders to account.

Politics / 3 days ago

US vs. international aid for Ukraine: Who is giving the most?

From January 2022 to June 2025, the United States is credited with roughly US$126.1 billion in aid to Ukraine, while the European Union and its institutions provide about US$69.5 billion. A bar chart from World Visualized overlays contributions from Germany (US$23.4 billion), the UK (US$20.5 billion), Japan (US$15 billion), Canada (US$13.1 billion), Denmark (US$11.1 billion), the Netherlands (US$9.9 billion), Sweden (US$8.4 billion) and France (US$8.4 billion).

Politics / 4 days ago

7 countries that don’t claim to be democracies

Nearly every government in the world brands itself as democratic. However, there are a handful of exceptions. Seven countries do not identify as democracies: Afghanistan, Brunei, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Vatican City.

Politics / 1 week ago

Israel in Africa explained: Friends, foes, and the countries in between

While the majority of African nations recognise Israel and maintain formal ties, a small but significant bloc of countries continues to withhold diplomatic recognition. The map above illustrates this divide: green for recognition, red for rejection. This diplomatic split is deeply rooted in history, shaped by solidarity with Palestine, pan-Arab influence, and Africa’s own political transformations.

Politics / 1 week ago

Cost of living in Africa: Egypt most affordable, Zimbabwe most expensive

A new analysis of living costs across Africa shows striking differences between countries. Based on a comparative index of expenses such as housing, food, and transportation, Egypt ranks as the most affordable country, while Zimbabwe is the most expensive. The map, compiled from Numbeo’s 2024 Cost of Living Index and supported by other regional data, highlights how daily expenses vary widely across the continent.

Politics / 3 weeks ago

Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki: How two atomic bomb missions changed the world

In August 1945, two U.S. B‑29 bombers took off from the tiny Pacific island of Tinian and forever altered the course of history. On August 6, the Enola Gay dropped a uranium bomb dubbed “Little Boy” on Hiroshima; three days later, Bockscar carried a plutonium weapon nicknamed “Fat Man” to Nagasaki. These were the first and so far only nuclear weapons used in war, and they killed tens of thousands of people instantly while ushering in the nuclear age.

Politics / 3 weeks ago

Women in uniform: Countries leading the way in military gender diversity

Women have long contributed to military operations, but only in the past two decades have many countries started to integrate female soldiers into combat and leadership roles. New data compiled by NATO and Global Firepower show that female representation in the armed forces varies widely. The data ranks countries by the estimated percentage of women in their military personnel, revealing some surprising leaders.

Politics / 4 weeks ago

Russia and China lead Asia’s military might: Top 10 powers vs. Europe

As geopolitical tensions simmer across multiple continents, a new ranking from Global Firepower reveals how conventional military power is concentrated in Asia and Europe in 2025. The Power Index (PwrIndx) uses more than 60 factors ranging from manpower and equipment inventories to financial resources and logistics to gauge each nation’s theoretical war‑fighting capability. The lower the score, the stronger the military.

Nearly every government in the world brands itself as democratic. However, there are a handful of exceptions. Seven countries do not identify as democracies: Afghanistan, Brunei, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Vatican City.

Countries that executed their monarchs

Which countries are most free in 2025?

Former Latin American presidents in jail

US vs. international aid for Ukraine: Who is giving the most?

7 countries that don’t claim to be democracies

Israel in Africa explained: Friends, foes, and the countries in between

Cost of living in Africa: Egypt most affordable, Zimbabwe most expensive

Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki: How two atomic bomb missions changed the world

Women in uniform: Countries leading the way in military gender diversity

Russia and China lead Asia’s military might: Top 10 powers vs. Europe

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Countries that executed their monarchs

Which countries are most free in 2025?

Former Latin American presidents in jail

US vs. international aid for Ukraine: Who is giving the most?

7 countries that don’t claim to be democracies

Nearly every government in the world brands itself as democratic. However, there are a handful of exceptions. Seven countries do not identify as democracies: Afghanistan, Brunei, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Vatican City.

Israel in Africa explained: Friends, foes, and the countries in between

Cost of living in Africa: Egypt most affordable, Zimbabwe most expensive

Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki: How two atomic bomb missions changed the world

Women in uniform: Countries leading the way in military gender diversity

Russia and China lead Asia’s military might: Top 10 powers vs. Europe

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