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Environment / 25 weeks ago
The global social protection gap: Why 2 billion people remain uncovered
According to the State of Social Protection Report 2025, a staggering 2 billion people across the globe remain uncovered or inadequately covered by any form of social protection—a stark reminder of the deep inequalities that still persist in the 21st century. Here’s a breakdown of the number of people without social protection by region:
World / 36 weeks ago
State of the global life expectancy: Closing the gap
According to the United Nations, global life expectancy at birth has experienced significant changes across various regions. As of 2024, the average life expectancy at birth worldwide is 73.3 years, with females averaging 76.0 years and males 70.7 years. Europe: 77.2 years
World / 42 weeks ago
Global life expectancy from 1960 to 2100: A United Nations perspective
Global life expectancy has changed remarkably over the past six decades, and projections indicate that it will continue to evolve through the end of the 21st century. The United Nations World Population Prospects provides a comprehensive analysis of these trends, offering insights into the factors driving changes in life expectancy and what the future might hold.
Technology / 45 weeks ago
Top 7 countries with the lowest cancer rates per 100,000
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but some countries have notably lower cancer rates. According to data from World Population Review, here are the top 7 countries with the lowest cancer rates per 100,000 people:
Environment / 1 year ago
Top 10 countries with the highest depression rates in 2024
In the last few years of the global economic downturn, depression has become a significant health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that over 280 million people globally suffer from depression. Additionally, women are more likely to be affected than men.
