US President Donald Trump’s proposed "Board of Peace' has triggered mixed reactions across the world, with a small group of countries accepting invitations while many others remain undecided or openly sceptical.

Pumpkins may be most famous during Halloween and Thanksgiving, but the global pumpkin trade is now a serious agricultural business shaping export earnings for several countries.

Global defence spending is rising, and as countries modernise their aviation fleets, the international market for helicopters, both military and civilian, is becoming more competitive than ever.

The war between Russia and Ukraine continues to dominate global headlines, and a recent infographic from Maven Mapping highlights a notable contrast in the military capabilities of the two countries.

From January 2022 to June 2025, the United States is credited with roughly US$126.1 billion in aid to Ukraine, while the European Union and its institutions provide about US$69.5 billion.

As geopolitical tensions simmer across multiple continents, a new ranking from Global Firepower reveals how conventional military power is concentrated in Asia and Europe in 2025.

NATO member states this week agreed to raise their defence investment target to 5% of GDP by 2035, replacing the longstanding 2% benchmark set in 2014.

Ukraine is often referred to as one of the most resource-rich countries in Europe, and data from the Ukrainian Geologic Survey confirms this reputation. With a vast array of mineral deposits, Ukraine holds a prominent position in the global market for a variety of strategic raw materials.

​As of February 28, 2025, the prospect of the Ukraine war concluding within this year remains uncertain, with varying opinions among global leaders, experts, and the public.​

Since 1945, the world has extracted a staggering 3.5 million tonnes of uranium, with Canada emerging as the leading producer.

Bread is a staple food in many cultures around the world but some countries consume it more than others.