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World / 5 days ago
Global divide in same-sex adoption laws persists despite growing recognition
While a growing number of countries have legalised joint adoption by same-sex couples, many others continue to impose legal restrictions or fail to provide any legal recognition at all. In North America, the United States, Canada, and Mexico allow joint adoption. Across Europe, countries such as France, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and the Nordic nations have similar legal frameworks.
World / 6 days ago
Countries with significant male–female population imbalances in 2025
There are notable imbalances between male and female populations across several countries in 2025. These disparities, measured in millions, point to deeper demographic trends shaped by migration, health outcomes, cultural norms, and policy, according to Worldostats.
World / 1 week ago
Czech Republic joins global trend as it tightens communism ban
Czech Republic on July 17, 2025, amended its criminal code to equate the promotion of communism with Nazism. The updated law, signed by President Petr Pavel, enforces penalties of up to five years in prison for promoting totalitarian ideologies, including communist ones. This places the country among a cluster of nations that now formally criminalise communist ideology, symbols, or parties.
World / 2 weeks ago
Indonesia leads the world in peacekeepers on Israel–Lebanon border
According to the latest data from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), Indonesia has emerged as the largest contributor of peacekeeping troops to the Israel–Lebanon border, deploying 1,255 personnel to help maintain stability in one of the Middle East’s most volatile regions. The figures, visualised by World Visualized, show that nearly 50 countries support the UN peacekeeping mission, but a handful provide the lion’s share of boots on the ground. UNIFIL has played a key role in monitoring the ceasefire line (Blue Line) between Israel and Lebanon since its mandate was expanded in 2006 following the Israel–Hezbollah war.
World / 2 weeks ago
Countries that have won the FIFA Club World Cup
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup concluded with Chelsea's triumph over Paris Saint-Germain with a commanding 3–0 win in the final held on July 13. Rising star Cole Palmer scored two goals, while João Pedro added a third, sealing Chelsea’s dominance and their place in international club football history.
World / 2 weeks ago
Indonesia ranks as the world’s fourth most populous country
With over 277 million people, Indonesia is now confirmed as the fourth most populous country in the world, trailing only India, China, and the United States, according to the latest global demographic data compiled by The World in Maps and supported by the World Bank and World Population Review. While global attention often focuses on the population giants of India and China, Indonesia’s demographic footprint remains one of the world’s most significant yet underrecognised stories.
World / 3 weeks ago
Top 10 global leaders in natural gas reserves
Although the world is looking at transitioning to cleaner energy sources, natural gas remains a cornerstone of energy security and economic development. A report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration highlights the top 10 countries with the largest proven natural gas reserves, measured in trillion cubic feet (Tcf).
World / 4 weeks ago
India tops global population rankings in 2025 as world hits 8.2 Billion
India has officially become the most populous country on Earth, overtaking China with a 17.76% share of the global population, according to Worldometer. China follows closely at 17.72%, while the United States remains a distant third at 4.23%. These figures, visualised in a recent infographic by World Visualized, offer a snapshot of the global population distribution in 2025. With more than 1.45 billion people each, India and China together account for over 35% of the world's population.
