Many countries have extremely high levels of violence and some don’t. There are a lot of ways to choose which are the most violent. This list was decided by the Global Peace Index (GPI) which was designed by the Institute for Economics & Peace. It uses many different metrics, such as societal safety and security … Read more
In a world where information is readily accessible, it might come as a surprise that some widely held beliefs are, in fact, based on misconceptions and falsehoods. These misconceptions, often passed down through generations, continue to shape our understanding of the world. From the purported shortness of Napoleon Bonaparte to the famous “five senses,” prepare … Read more
By the time we’re in our 30s, we’ve acquired enough experience and wisdom to keep us from repeating the worst impulsive mistakes of our teens and 20s. However, we can lull ourselves into thinking that we’re immune to making further mistakes, which isn’t true. Let’s look at some common mistakes people make in their 30s … Read more
Americans love to talk about the strange habits they see in Europe and other places abroad, but here’s a little secret: people from other countries find just as many stunning things when they’re in America. Let’s take a little look at ourselves from the eyes of people not from the U.S. and consider that they … Read more