States with long coastlines tend to host the most active duty troops, with one exception, home to the services’ newest branch. Read more
Russia has the most submarines, but the U.S. leads in technology. Read more
People in African and Middle Eastern countries had the most negative emotions like feeling angry, sad, or stressed. Read more
A data-driven look at America’s nuclear weapons arsenal – both location and deployment, and the costs associated with refurbishing an aging nuclear program. Read more
Every year, governments spend trillions on healthcare and defense. But how much is spent per person, and how does this compare by country? Read more
Global military spending surpassed $1.9 trillion in 2019, but nearly 75% of this total can be traced to just 10 countries. Read more
Putting the Economic Cost of COVID-19 in Perspective When it comes to the toll on human life, mental well-being, and any long-term complications, the true cost of COVID-19 can be… Read more
Global military spending is now at a 32-year high. We show countries’ military spending by dollars and as a portion of GDP. Read more
There are over 18 million living veterans in the U.S., but how many are ultra wealthy? This visual ranks the richest veterans in America. Read more
This map explainer looks at Afghanistan from a structural point of view, delving into geography and population patterns. Read more