Brazil has secured its place as the most biodiverse country on Earth, home to nearly 13% of all known animal and plant species in a new biodiversity ranking released by World Population Review.

From saline basins to remote deserts, the deepest points on each continent reveal a fascinating interplay of geology, climate, and human interaction. According to data compiled by World Atlas, these locations—measured by their depth below sea level—offer dramatic landscapes and scientific, economic, and environmental insights.

Fresh water is one of Earth’s most essential and limited natural resources. Covering just 2.5% of the planet’s total water supply, freshwater is critical for drinking, agriculture, sanitation, industry, and sustaining ecosystems.

Rivers are the lifelines of our planet, providing water, transportation, and sustenance to countless ecosystems and human communities.