Homes in Australia and the United States are among the largest in the world, according to international housing data, highlighting how geography, urban planning and lifestyle preferences shape residential living space across countries.

Mexico remains the world’s largest silver producer based on the latest available full-year data, with global mine supply totalling roughly 820 million ounces, according to the World Silver Survey 2024 published by the Silver Institute.

The air quality ranking isn’t led by vast industrial economies but by tiny island territories with clean skies and windswept coastlines.

The division of the world into time zones reflects not only geography but also the reach of nations with far-flung territories. France holds the distinction of leading the world in time zones, a testament to its global territorial presence.

Asia and the Caribbean are home to some of the world’s most cyclone-prone countries. Every year, there are around 80 to 90 tropical cyclones across the globe. The latest risk index score reveals the top 10 countries with the number of people exposed to tropical cyclones yearly.

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

Cities are often linked to lively streets bathed in enough brightness from the sun.