This page assembles a visually striking array of maps and data visualizations that provide insight into geographical, political, economic and cultural topics in a clear and visually engaging manner.
A surprising fact shows that global military spending went up by 6.8% in 2023. It reached $2443 billion. The USA, China, Russia, India, and Saudi Arabia spent the most. This shows how important it is to know about military budget by country 2024 and global defense spending. Looking into military budget by country 2024 is […]
Hong Kong has the most expensive gasoline in the world, at $14.60 per gallon. This price shows how complex fuel costs can be in 2024. Prices for gasoline vary a lot around the world. Countries like Monaco and Iceland also have very high prices. These prices are hard on people’s budgets and on the economy. […]
In today’s world, energy is key. A surprising fact shows that just ten countries have over 80% of the world’s oil. Venezuela tops the list with 303.22 billion barrels of oil reserves. This shows how important oil is in world politics. Oil reserves are more than just numbers. They shape global relations, economies, and energy […]
In today’s world, where everyone is more connected than ever, a striking fact stands out. About 85% of people worldwide follow a specific religion. Christianity leads the way, with 2.5 billion followers expected to grow to 2.7 billion by 2025. The future of world religions looks complex. Islam is a close second, with 2 billion […]
The latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) by Transparency International is alarming. It shows over two-thirds of 180 countries scored below 50 out of 100. Somalia is the most corrupt, with a score of just 11 out of 100. The top three most corrupt countries in 2022 are Somalia, Venezuela, and Syria. South Sudan, Syria, and […]
The Gobi Desert is huge, covering 1.3 million square kilometers. It’s the biggest desert in Asia and the fifth-largest globally. This vast area stretches across northern China and southern Mongolia. It has drawn in explorers, scientists, and fans of crosswords. The Gobi’s extreme weather, varied landscapes, and deep culture are all reasons why. The Gobi […]
The sun shines bright on their huge wings as they fly high. These massive planes are true wonders of engineering. They are as heavy as naval destroyers and can carry more people than the biggest stadiums1. The Antonov An-225 Mriya is the biggest, with a weight of 629.89 tons. The Airbus A380 can carry up […]
The “This the Prophet Mohammed” book is huge. It’s 8.06 meters wide and 5 meters tall. It was unveiled in Dubai in 2012 and is the world’s biggest book1. It weighs about 1,500 kg and has 429 pages. The Mshahed International Group made it. It holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest, heaviest, […]
New York City is still the most populous city in the U.S., with 8,258,035 people as of July 1, 20231. Los Angeles comes second with 3,820,914 residents1. Chicago ranks third with 2,664,452 people1. This section will look at the top 10 cities by population and discuss trends in urban growth. America’s Largest Cities by Population […]
In 2023, the world saw a big change in oil production. The total oil production was 81,804,000 barrels per day1. The top ten countries made up 72% of this, showing their huge role in oil1. The United States led the way, making 13,308,000 barrels per day1. This made it the biggest oil producer in the […]
