2026 Global Peace Index Released Iceland Remains the World’s Most Peaceful Country for 19 Consecutive Years Derrick SmithJuly 9, 202601.9K views The 2026 Global Peace Index indicates that the global peace environment continues to deteriorate. In addition to conflicts reaching record levels, the nature of warfare is also being transformed by… Read more
2026 Quality of Life Index: Netherlands Tops the List and Luxembourg Ranks Second Derrick SmithJuly 2, 202603K views According to Numbeo’s “Quality of Life Index by Country 2026 Mid-Year,” European countries occupy a majority of the top positions, while several Middle Eastern countries perform strongly. Asia-Pacific, North America,… Read more
Singapore, Hong Kong and Switzerland Lead 2026 World Competitiveness Rankings Derrick SmithJune 25, 202604.8K views The global competitive landscape is changing, with Asia and certain capital-oriented economies delivering strong performance. Overall, the rankings indicate that national competitiveness is shifting away from cost- and scale-driven factors… Read more
Global Adult Obesity Ranking: American Samoa Exceeds 70% and Tops the World Derrick SmithJune 18, 202601.7K views Pacific island nations rank among the highest globally in obesity prevalence, with American Samoa leading at 70%. This indicates a particularly severe obesity situation in the region, where many countries… Read more
Reporters Without Borders: Global Press Freedom Index Falls to Its Lowest Level in 25 Years Derrick SmithJune 18, 20260909 views The 2026 World Press Freedom Index shows that global press freedom continues to deteriorate, with the average score hitting a 25-year low. More than half of the countries are classified… Read more
Which Countries Spend the Most on Art? The Global Rankings May Surprise You Derrick SmithJune 4, 20260653 views From the publicly funded welfare systems of the Nordic countries to the billionaire-backed philanthropic model of the United States, leading economies are pursuing vastly different financial and institutional approaches to… Read more
2025 World Competitiveness Rankings See Switzerland Singapore and Hong Kong Take the Top Three Spots Derrick SmithMay 28, 202601.7K views In the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, Switzerland, Singapore, and Hong Kong secured the top three positions, reflecting strong performances in governance, business efficiency, and infrastructure, while also highlighting the… Read more
Japan Tops Global Rankings as Most Desired Revisit Destination Derrick SmithMay 21, 202601.1K views The survey shows that Japan leads among major travel destinations worldwide, becoming the most desired country for repeat visits, reflecting its highly attractive tourism experience. TAIPEI, TAIWAN (MERXWIRE) – As… Read more
Global Ageing Trend: WHO Projects 2.1 Billion People Aged 60 and Over by 2050 Derrick SmithMay 14, 202602.1K views With global life expectancy now at 73.8 years, countries from developed economies to emerging markets are broadly facing increasing pressure on healthcare, labor, and social systems. An ageing society has… Read more
AI Boom Continues as Global Market Forecast to Reach USD 3.4 Trillion by 2033 Derrick SmithMay 7, 202601.1K views Driven by significant capital investment and enterprise adoption, the AI market continues to expand, with its scale projected to reach USD 3.4 trillion by 2033. The rising usage of generative… Read more