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World / 16 hours ago

Why cotton is draining global water supplies more than we realise

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. 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. The number is striking, and it puts fresh attention on how something as ordinary as clothing can quietly strain global water supplies at a time when droughts and climate pressures are rising worldwide.

World / 3 days ago

Global fentanyl alarm grows as Germany takes top spot

When it comes to fentanyl consumption, Germany leads the world with 16.2%, followed by Spain (12.9%) and the United States (12.7%). When it comes to fentanyl consumption, Germany leads the world with 16.2%, followed by Spain (12.9%) and the United States (12.7%). These numbers come at a time when fentanyl-related overdoses and trafficking networks have become major international issues, prompting governments to strengthen monitoring and public health responses.

World / 3 days ago

Inside the global footprint of 1.9 billion Muslims

The world has an estimated 1.9 billion Muslims in nearly every corner of the globe. This makes Islam the world's second-largest religion. The world has an estimated 1.9 billion Muslims in nearly every corner of the globe. This makes Islam the world's second-largest religion. Asia remains home to the vast majority, as more than 1.6 billion Muslims are in Indonesia, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, forming the core. Indonesia alone has over 240 million Muslims, more than any other country in the world.

Politics / 3 days ago

Why Latin America has so many presidents of Arab descent

The global political landscape in the last few years has seen a remarkable number of Latin American presidents with Arab ancestry. The global political landscape in the last few years has seen a remarkable number of Latin American presidents with Arab ancestry. From El Salvador to Argentina, leaders with roots in Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and other Arab regions have risen to the highest offices in the Western Hemisphere.

Maps / 6 days ago

The countries sitting above the 49th parallel and why it matters now

The 49th parallel, best known as the line that forms most of the border between the United States and Canada, cuts across Europe in ways many people never notice. The 49th parallel, best known as the line that forms most of the border between the United States and Canada, cuts across Europe in ways many people never notice. The above map highlights all European countries located entirely or mostly north of this latitude, vividly showing how much of Europe lies farther north than major North American cities.

Maps / 1 week ago

Puerto Rico's growing population is reshaping America’s cultural and political landscape

Puerto Ricans have become one of the most widely dispersed and influential communities across the United States, with populations rising in places far beyond the East Coast hubs that once defined the diaspora. Puerto Ricans have become one of the most widely dispersed and influential communities across the United States, with populations rising in places far beyond the East Coast hubs that once defined the diaspora. Today, states from Florida to Texas and Pennsylvania to California are home to vibrant and fast-growing Puerto Rican communities whose impact is reshaping American culture, politics, and demographics.

Maps / 1 week ago

Most of South America’s capitals were founded in the 1500s although they look modern

Historical records show that most of South America’s major capitals were founded in the 16th century, during the height of European colonial expansion. Historical records show that most of South America’s major capitals were founded in the 16th century, during the height of European colonial expansion. Cities such as Quito (1534), Lima (1535), Bogotá (1538), and Santiago (1541) all rose in the early wave of Spanish settlement, and today they continue to function as powerful administrative, cultural, and economic centres. Their endurance is a reminder that the region’s present is still deeply entwined with its colonial past.

Politics / 1 week ago

Why Mozambique remains the only country with an AK-47 on its flag

Mozambique stands alone in the world for one symbolic reason as the only country with an AK-47 rifle displayed on its national flag. Mozambique stands alone in the world for one symbolic reason as the only country with an AK-47 rifle displayed on its national flag. The bold emblem, an AK-47 crossed with a hoe, set over an open book, often sparks curiosity, debate, and fascination. However, the story behind it is deeply tied to the country’s history, its struggle for liberation, and the turbulent security challenges that still shape the region today.

Business / 1 week ago

China tops global frozen vegetable exports as demand climbs worldwide

Rising food prices, unpredictable weather, and shifting trade patterns are transforming the way countries grow and move food. In the middle of this change, frozen vegetables have quietly become one of the most dependable products in global trade. Rising food prices, unpredictable weather, and shifting trade patterns are transforming the way countries grow and move food. In the middle of this change, frozen vegetables have quietly become one of the most dependable products in global trade. China remains the world’s largest exporter of frozen vegetables, accounting for 18.8% of global shipments valued at $1.6 billion. Belgium follows at 14.9% (about $1.3 billion) and Spain at 10.3% (roughly $883 million). Mexico, the Netherlands, Poland, France, Egypt, the United States, and Ecuador round out the top ten, each contributing between 2.6% and 7.1% of the global supply.

World / 1 week ago

Portugal stands alone in mandating vegan meals in all public institutions

In a world where dietary choices are becoming political and ethical, Portugal is the only country on Earth where it is illegal not to offer a vegan meal in public institutions. In a world where dietary choices are becoming political and ethical, Portugal is the only country on Earth where it is illegal not to offer a vegan meal in public institutions. In 2017, the Portuguese Parliament passed Law No. 11/2017, mandating at least one vegan option in all public-sector canteens, including schools, universities, hospitals, and prisons.

Culture / 1 week ago

Germanic languages in Europe: How history and modern politics are shaping linguistic identity in 2025

Europe’s linguistic landscape is shifting once again, and at the heart of this evolution are the Germanic languages, one of the continent’s most influential language families. Europe’s linguistic landscape is shifting once again, and at the heart of this evolution are the Germanic languages, one of the continent’s most influential language families. From the North Atlantic’s isolation to Central Europe’s dense multilingual corridors, the Germanic languages continue to evolve in ways that mirror Europe’s ongoing transformations.

Business / 2 weeks ago

Nigeria’s export relationships are shifting — Here’s what the latest data shows

Recent figures show that countries such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands are now among some of Nigeria’s most important export destinations, reflecting shifts in global energy demand, geopolitical pressures, and the search for more stable supply routes. Recent figures show that countries such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands are now among some of Nigeria’s most important export destinations, reflecting shifts in global energy demand, geopolitical pressures, and the search for more stable supply routes. According to World’s Top Exports, Nigeria exported about $63.3 billion worth of goods in 2023, with crude oil and petroleum products still making up the majority of the value.

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