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Politics / 11 weeks 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.

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World / 29 weeks ago

Global incarceration rates highlight challenges in justice systems

El Salvador currently holds the highest incarceration rate in the world, with over 1,000 prisoners per 100,000 inhabitants as of 2024, according to World Prison Brief. This staggering figure underscores the country’s ongoing struggle with organized crime, much of which is deeply tied to gang violence and the lingering effects of its Civil War. Adding to this crisis, El Salvador recorded the world’s highest murder rate in 2023, with over 50 homicides per 100,000 people, further highlighting the scale of the violence plaguing the nation.

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World / 42 weeks ago

Countries with the largest prison inmate populations in the world

The global prison population has been a topic of significant concern and study. According to the World Prison Brief, several countries stand out due to their large numbers of incarcerated individuals. These countries have the largest prison inmate populations:

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