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Culture / 2 days ago
Football’s most valuable players by year of birth revealed
Drawing on data from Transfermarkt, a video created by World Visualized highlights players who currently hold the highest market valuation within their respective birth years. This revelation offers a compelling, cross-generational perspective on global football talent. The featured athletes range from world-renowned superstars to rising prospects, with valuations reflecting not only their performance on the pitch but also their commercial appeal and long-term potential.
Culture / 3 days ago
What gasoline is called around the world and what it reveals about language
A new map released by World in Maps sheds light on how different countries around the world refer to gasoline, revealing not just linguistic preferences but also the lingering effects of colonial history and regional influences. The terminology for automotive fuel varies significantly by region. The word "petrol" is widely used in the United Kingdom, India, Australia, South Africa, and many other former British colonies, which reflects the legacy of British English.
Culture / 1 week ago
Lamine Yamal tops world’s most valuable XI as market value hits $235m
At just 18 years, Lamine Yamal has been named the most valuable player in world football, with an eye-watering market value of €200 million ($235m), according to the latest data from Transfermarkt. The FC Barcelona winger headlines the Top XI by Market Value, which boasts an impressive total worth of €1.5 billion($1.7b).
Culture / 2 weeks ago
How popular is anime in your country?
Animes are steadily taking over the visual entertainment scene worldwide. According to data provided by Parrot Analytics and created in a map by The World in Maps, while Japan remains the undisputed home of anime, countries as diverse as the United States, Philippines, France, and India are emerging as significant anime powerhouses. Here's a deep dive into the global landscape of anime enthusiasm.
Culture / 2 weeks ago
2025's biggest Music Festivals: Here’s where the world is gathering
We have just started the second half of the year, and the global music festival scene in 2025 is already reaching unprecedented heights. According to data from Music Festival Wizard, this year’s most attended festivals offer more than just music. They're cultural phenomena drawing millions from every corner of the globe.
Culture / 2 weeks ago
France crowned the world’s most fashionable country in 2024
France has once again claimed the crown as the most fashionable country in the world, according to the 2024 Global Fashion Rankings published by CEOWORLD Magazine. Scoring an impressive 97.94 out of 100, France edged out global style powerhouses like Italy, the United States, and the United Kingdom to secure the top spot.
Culture / 3 weeks ago
Singapore tops global IQ rankings
A newly released report from the Advanced Variable Standardised Educational Observatory (AVSEO) has revealed the 2025 global rankings of countries by average IQ, placing Singapore at the top of the list. With an average IQ score of 106.61, the city-state leads a competitive field that includes major performers across Asia, Europe, and North America. The findings shed new light on global trends in cognitive performance and educational achievement.
