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World / 1 week ago
Just a handful of nations offer no paid maternity leave including the U.S
Paid maternity leave is nearly universal worldwide, but a small group of countries still offer no guaranteed paid time off for new mothers, and the United States remains the most surprising member of that list. Paid maternity leave is nearly universal worldwide, but a small group of countries still offer no guaranteed paid time off for new mothers, and the United States remains the most surprising member of that list. While most nations, regardless of income level, mandate paid leave as a basic workplace protection, the U.S. continues to provide none at the federal level, placing it alongside countries such as Papua New Guinea, Suriname, and Tonga.
World / 16 weeks ago
Women live longer than men and this is why
Women live longer than men nearly everywhere in the world. According to data compiled by Worldometer, the average life expectancy at birth in 2025 is 70.9 years for men and 76.2 years for women, leaving a gap of over five years. When both sexes are combined, global life expectancy stands at about 73.5 years.
Business / 1 year ago
Top 8 countries where men outnumber women in the workforce
Gender disparities in the workforce remain a pressing issue globally and affect economic growth, social equity, and individual well-being. Despite significant strides towards gender equality, women continue to face numerous barriers that hinder their full participation in the labour market.
