Global Differences

Discoveries Global maps can distort the way people view the world

World maps feel familiar and factual, but every flat map bends reality. Understanding why reveals how geography shapes perception.

Health Study finds striking differences in life expectancy across U.S. states

Health Alarming levels of loneliness plague America’s middle-aged adults

Discoveries Global and environmental economy could be impacted by Russian invasion of Ukraine

Discoveries Global life expectancy forecast to rise nearly 5 years by 2050

Discoveries Researchers from Sweden question the accuracy of the World Happiness Report

Discoveries People sleep the least from early 30s to early 50s, study finds