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Culture / 1 week ago
Spanish dominates South America, but its linguistic map tells a richer story
Across South America, it’s the colour orange on the language map that stands out most. Spanish is the official language in most countries of the continent, with green marking the territory of Portuguese, namely Brazil. From Argentina to Venezuela, Spanish is the dominant official language. Brazil remains the notable exception, with Portuguese as its sole official language.
Culture / 7 weeks ago
New index ranks Colombia, Venezuela, and Uruguay as most similar nations to Brazil
Brazil is often celebrated as a country like no other, as the land of samba, football, lush rainforests, and a unique Portuguese-speaking identity in a Spanish-speaking continent. Yet, new data shows Brazil might not be as culturally isolated as many believe. According to the Country Similarity Index, which evaluates nations across demographics, culture, politics, infrastructure, and geography, several Latin American countries share strikingly similar profiles.
World / 8 weeks ago
South America set for record soybean harvest as Brazil leads the charge
South America, the engine room of global soybean production, is gearing up for what could be a record-breaking harvest. The region, responsible for more than half of the world’s soybean supply, is showing renewed strength, led by Brazil’s extraordinary output and Argentina’s resilience despite challenging weather conditions. According to the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics at the University of Illinois, Brazil is expected to produce around 6,150 million bushels of soybeans in the 2024/25 season, up from 5,428 million the previous year, cementing its position as the undisputed global leader.
World / 17 weeks ago
Countries that have won the FIFA Club World Cup
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup concluded with Chelsea's triumph over Paris Saint-Germain with a commanding 3–0 win in the final held on July 13. Rising star Cole Palmer scored two goals, while João Pedro added a third, sealing Chelsea’s dominance and their place in international club football history.
Environment / 21 weeks ago
Brazil tops list of the world's most biodiverse countries - Who else made the cut?
Brazil has secured its place as the most biodiverse country on Earth, home to nearly 13% of all known animal and plant species in a new biodiversity ranking released by World Population Review. The study, which analysed the share of global biodiversity by country, emphasises the critical role these nations play in preserving the planet’s ecosystems amid mounting threats from climate change, deforestation, and human expansion.
World / 22 weeks ago
Top 10 countries with the largest Catholic populations
In a world where faith remains a powerful cultural force, recent data from World Population Review and Catholic World Mission highlight the countries with the largest Catholic populations. Unsurprisingly, Brazil emerges at the top of the list, boasting a staggering 140 million Catholics. According to the latest reports, Catholicism in Brazil dates back to 1500, when it was introduced by Portuguese explorer Pedro Álvares Cabral. The faith deeply ingrained itself into Brazilian society, shaping its culture and traditions for centuries.
Maps / 26 weeks ago
Tenerife outshines Brazil in tourism despite being 0.02% its size
According to a 2024 statistic, the tiny Spanish island of Tenerife welcomed a whopping 7.2 million tourists, surpassing Brazil, a country 4,200 times larger, which attracted 6.6 million visitors during the same period. This jaw-dropping contrast begs the question about what makes Tenerife such a tourist magnet. Despite boasting world wonders like the Amazon Rainforest, Iguazu Falls, Christ the Redeemer, and over 7,400 kilometres of coastline, Brazil struggles to fully capitalise on its tourism potential. In contrast, Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, located off the northwest coast of Africa, thrives as a top global destination.
Technology / 28 weeks ago
Top countries most addicted to social media in 2025
With the abundance of several fun social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, X and Facebook, it is inevitable that a huge section of the world’s population will stay glued to their screens. According to Data Reportal, there are 5.24 billion active social media users around the world, which translates into a 4.1% increase over the past year.
Environment / 32 weeks ago
Top 10 countries with the highest snake species
Snakes are among the most diverse and ecologically significant reptiles, inhabiting a wide range of environments worldwide. Their presence is vital for maintaining ecological balance as they serve as predators and prey within their ecosystems. According to data from Worldostats, certain countries boast particularly high snake diversity due to their unique geographic and ecological characteristics. Below is an overview of the top 10 countries with the highest number of snake species:
