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Politics / 5 days ago
World overwhelmingly backs UN resolution against torture, except for three hold-outs
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a sweeping resolution reaffirming the absolute ban on torture, and nearly every member state joined the vote. The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a sweeping resolution reaffirming the absolute ban on torture, and nearly every member state joined the vote. According to recent reports, 169 nations voted in favour while only three — the United States, Israel and Argentina — opposed the measure. The resolution highlights what many see as one of the most basic tenets of human dignity that under no circumstances, of war, terror, and political unrest, should torture or cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment ever be tolerated.
Environment / 2 weeks ago
How safe is it to walk alone at night in Europe?
At a time when travel is booming again and Europe is navigating political shifts and economic pressures, the question currently on people's minds is: How safe do people feel walking alone at night? At a time when travel is booming again and Europe is navigating political shifts and economic pressures, the question currently on people's minds is: How safe do people feel walking alone at night? Recent protests in France, rising cost-of-living pressures, and renewed security concerns across the UK have influenced how residents perceive their neighbourhoods after dark. At the same time, ongoing instability from the Russia–Ukraine war continues to reshape how Eastern Europeans think about safety in their own communities.
World / 5 weeks ago
What the world’s gun-per-capita map really shows
The global map of civilian firearm ownership reveals that a few nations hold the overwhelming majority of the world’s guns. According to the Small Arms Survey, civilians possessed an estimated 857 million firearms globally as of 2024, representing roughly 85% of all small arms in circulation.
Business / 6 weeks ago
Gold reaches new highs as investors seek safety
Gold has taken centre stage in 2025, with prices climbing by nearly 60 % so far this year to trade around US $4,250 per ounce, according to Trading Economics data. The rally reflects a growing appetite among investors for safety amid global economic uncertainty and geopolitical pressure.
Culture / 7 weeks ago
U.S. states that require background checks before handgun purchases
A newly released map illustrates which U.S. states require background checks or purchase permits for handgun buyers, underscoring the uneven nature of gun regulation across the country. According to the visualisation by World Visualized, only 22 states and the District of Columbia currently mandate such measures, leaving most of the nation without uniform safeguards for firearm purchases.
Culture / 12 weeks ago
The global language of honking: How drivers talk without words
Car horns aren’t just about safety but part of culture. A recent visualization from The World in Maps highlights how honking habits differ drastically across the globe. In some regions, a honk is a polite nudge or a normal part of traffic rhythm, while in others it’s rare and often considered rude.
Environment / 14 weeks ago
Europe’s most dangerous cities in 2025: How Bradford, Marseille and other hubs rank on crime
Europe is often lauded for its safety and quality of life, yet not every urban centre offers the same sense of security. A map created by Maven Mapping in partnership with The World in Maps highlights the European cities with the highest crime index in 2025. The map, based on data from the statistics portal Numbeo, names Bradford in the UK as Europe’s most dangerous city, with other British and French cities dominating the top‑ten list.
Environment / 15 weeks ago
Owning a Kangaroo in the US: Where it’s legal and where it’s not
Thinking of keeping a kangaroo as a pet? In the United States, it largely depends on where you live. A new map shows that in most states, owning a kangaroo is illegal, although a handful allow it either with or without special permits. According to The World in Maps and state wildlife regulations, only a few states permit the ownership of kangaroos without a permit. These include Wisconsin, West Virginia, and South Carolina. In these states, exotic animal restrictions are looser, though owners must still comply with animal welfare laws.
