Society & Culture

One would think that washing hands with soap and water would become second nature for everyone after the pandemic. Surprisingly, some countries still find it difficult to do this even after using the toilet.

According to the Quality-of-Life Index released by Numbeo, European cities continue to lead the way in livability, with The Hague (Den Haag) in the Netherlands emerging as the city with the best quality of life in 2025, scoring an impressive 229.0 points.

Language is diverse, and in fact, there are over 7,000 languages spoken all over the world.

Despite the frequent headlines dominated by violence, pandemics, and disaster, the leading causes of death worldwide are far less dramatic, but far more persistent.

Several countries are moving government institutions or building new administrative cities, driven by congestion, development goals and pressure on existing capitals. But the projects vary widely, from completed legal relocations to proposals that remain uncertain.

From traditional recipes to modern culinary innovations, cheese has become a beloved food item globally.

In 2024, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reported 116 piracy-related incidents worldwide, a figure that remains largely consistent with recent years. However, the nature of these attacks is shifting—with a troubling rise in hostage-taking and the use of weapons, posing new challenges for seafarers and the maritime industry at large.

In 1885, Tsar Alexander III of Russia sparked a royal tradition that would become one of the most opulent and iconic legacies in the history of art.

For decades, maternity leave has dominated conversations about family policy. But today, a quiet revolution is taking place, especially across the Global South.

Wine production is a significant aspect of global agriculture and culture, with a select group of countries contributing the majority of the world's supply.