Tag: Afghanistan

A cluster of countries across Asia, Africa and the Middle East continues to dominate the lower end of global democracy rankings, underscoring a persistent divide in governance standards worldwide, according to data compiled from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) Democracy Index and World Population Review.

The world has experienced all forms of war over the years; however, World War II remains the most expensive conflict in U.S. history when adjusted for inflation, costing roughly $4.7 trillion, according to historical estimates.

The Trump administration has announced a sweeping suspension of immigrant visas affecting citizens from 75 countries, marking one of the broadest immigration crackdowns of its tenure.

Most people would assume this isn’t even a question worth asking. Condoms are sold in supermarkets, pharmacies, corner shops and vending machines across much of the world.

Since the 11 September 2001 attacks, US air power has been used repeatedly across multiple regions under both Republican and Democratic administrations. The map summarises where airstrikes, drone strikes or missile attacks were carried out, but the underlying record shows continuity rather than exception.

From everyday kitchen staples to luxury culinary ingredients, spices remain one of the most globally traded agricultural commodities, quietly underpinning food systems, cultural exchange, and export revenues across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

The Henley Passport Index, which ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa, has released its 2024 report.