Women in many countries face daunting challenges such as lack of economic opportunity, gender-based violence, and limited access to resources. The Women’s Peace and Security Index assessed the safety of women in various countries by analyzing eleven indicators, including economic and political inclusion, formal laws, and security at individual, community, and societal levels. The results…
The morality around executions remains a contentious topic in the United States. However, one thing is certain: We’re among the minority of countries that perform executions. Statista published data in May 2023 estimating the number of executions in 2022. They worked with the most accurate data they could, but it’s far from perfect. Certain countries…
Americans are fortunate to live in the USA, where our relatively low murder rate is just one of the many advantages of living here. But with that said, some of us choose to vacation in countries with alarmingly high murder rates. Statista released data in February 2024 on the most dangerous countries in the world…
With the popularity of online shopping over the last two decades, porch pirates have become more of a threat to customers’ property. Whatever you’re ordering could end up in the hands of a thief who takes advantage of a package dropped off and left at your doorstep. The chances of your packages being stolen may…
Many of us juggle dozens of online accounts, and each one needs a password. Unfortunately, a recent analysis of leaked passwords by the company Red9 revealed that many of us use the same passwords, giving hackers an easy way in. Protecting your online accounts starts with avoiding the commonly used (and leaked) passwords on this…
The United States faces its own challenges, but fortunately, being one of the least peaceful countries isn’t one of them. According to the Global Peace Index, the following countries have the lowest levels of peacefulness, making them largely unsafe for travel or residence. Understanding the Data The 2023 Global Peace Index (GPI) used 23 indicators…
If you think you’re a rule follower, get ready for your world to be shaken. Chances are, you’ve broken at least one of the laws on this list. There are a lot of laws that regulate everyday things most Americans give little thought to. And, while you might not end up in prison for breaking…
With mass shootings in the news almost every day, safety worries are on many Americans’ minds more than ever. WalletHub conducted a study to determine the statistically safest cities in the nation. Do you live in one of them? Show Me the Numbers A 2023 report by WalletHub compared 182 U.S. cities across 41 safety…
Regardless of your stance on convicted felons, there’s no denying that laws and policies can make it easier or harder for released felons to find jobs. Here are the worst states for felons looking for employment. Ranking Felon Policies Zippia analyzed the following four factors to determine the worst states for felons seeking employment. The…
With homicides being a near-daily occurrence in the news for many Americans, it’s refreshing to know that some states offer a relatively safer environment. These are the states exhibiting the lowest homicide rates, along with some of their unique attractions. What the Data Says The following rankings are based on statistics that World Population Review…
