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Environment / 6 weeks ago

These are South America’s safest countries to live in amid cartels and chaos

Latin America has long been associated with high crime rates, violent cartels, and drug trafficking networks that dominate global headlines. Countries like El Salvador, Colombia, and Mexico are often cited for their struggles with narco-violence, gang warfare, and soaring homicide rates. This paints a picture of a region where safety is a daily concern. For many outsiders, “Latin America” has become almost synonymous with insecurity.

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Environment / 11 weeks ago

Europe’s most dangerous cities in 2025: How Bradford, Marseille and other hubs rank on crime

Europe is often lauded for its safety and quality of life, yet not every urban centre offers the same sense of security. A map created by Maven Mapping in partnership with The World in Maps highlights the European cities with the highest crime index in 2025. The map, based on data from the statistics portal Numbeo, names Bradford in the UK as Europe’s most dangerous city, with other British and French cities dominating the top‑ten list.

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Environment / 18 weeks ago

Damascus, Caracas, Kyiv top list of world’s least liveable cities in 2025

The latest edition of the Global Liveability Index 2025, released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), paints a grim picture of urban life for millions around the globe. The report ranks cities based on key quality-of-life indicators, and this year’s findings highlight the persistent challenges faced by residents in some of the world’s most troubled regions.

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Environment / 1 year ago

Countries with the highest murder rates in the world

Murder rates are a critical indicator of a country's safety and stability. They reflect various socioeconomic factors, including inequality, unemployment, and the prevalence of organised crime. In recent years, numerous countries worldwide have experienced high rates of murders due to criminal activities. Both security personnel and civilians have faced significant injustices.

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