Life Expectancy by Region (1950-2050F)

This map shows life expectancy at birth for key global regions, from 1950 to 2050F. Read more

Charted: Homicide Rates in the U.S. vs. Europe (2000-2020)

The UK homicide rate is about one-sixth of the rate in the U.S. Read more

Charted: When Will the Global Population Start to Shrink?

A global population inflection point is closer than we think. The latest UN estimates say 2084 could be a crucial year. Read more

Interactive Map: Tracking World Hunger and Food Insecurity

Every day, hunger affects more than 700 million people. This live map from the UN highlights where hunger is hitting hardest around the world. Read more

Mapped: Which Countries Recognize Israel or Palestine, or Both?

In this visualization, we look at how international recognition of Israel and Palestine breaks down among the 193 UN member states. Read more

Interactive Map: The World as 1,000 People

How would all the people in the world be spread out if there were only 1,000 people on Earth? This interactive map examines the breakdown. Read more

Mapped: Recognition of Israel by Country

Belize is the latest country to suspend relations with Israel as of November. In this graphic we map the recognition of Israel by country. Read more

Mapped: Recognition of Palestine by Country

As of November 2023, 138 of the 193 UN members recognized Palestine. This map shows the recognition of the State of Palestine by country. Read more

Charted: How Much Do Countries Trust the United Nations?

Which countries trust the United Nations to do the right thing the most, and the least? Read more