Countries with Highest Female Employment rates

The International Labor Organization has published its 2025 list of countries where the most women work. The survey measures the percentage of working-age women (15–64) who are either employed or actively looking for work. Among the key takeaways is the fact that women are more likely to work in very poor or very rich countries, but less so in middle-income ones. For example, Madagascar (low income) and Iceland (high income) both have the same rate of women workforce participation.

A total of 184 countries were included in the study, find 15 counties workforce participation. Please check is your nation listed?

 

Countries	Rank	Women Workforce Participation Rate (%)
01. North Korea	1	87%
02. Solomon Island	2	84%
03. Madagascar	3	84%
04. Iceland	4	84%
05. Netherlands	5	82%
06. Sweden	6	82%
07. Nigeria	7	82%
08. Tanzania	8	82%
09. Burundi	9	81%
10. Estonia	10	81%
11. Switzerland	11	80%
12. New Zealand	12	80%
13. Finland	13	80%
14. Cambodia	14	79%
15. Denmark	15	79%

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Countries with Largest Road Networks in the World

Most of the countries across the globe are connected by asphalt. These routes, traveling over vast distances, stitch everything together. They pull remote villages toward busy capitals, fuel trade that spans continents, and carry travelers chasing adventure.

But while there are an estimated 64.7 million km of roadway around the world, there are some countries whose networks occupy a massive chunk of this total. Whether they carve through rainforests or across red deserts, find below in details.

1. United States
Leading the fray with the biggest road network in the world is the US, which features an astonishing 6.8–7.0 million km of roads. Interstates have been known to cross a myriad of landscapes, and classic American road trips are certainly the epitome of freedom. 

2. India
India has approximately 6.7 million km of roads. Traffic feels alive, with buses, bikes, and market stalls spilling into lanes across the nation. But these routes connect millions of lives with relentless energy.

3. China
China’s road network is more than three times the size of Russia, sitting at roughly 5.4–5.5 million km. New expressways and massive bridges knit together megacities, rural farmland, mountain regions, and remote plateaus.

4. Russia
Russia, the biggest country on Earth, has a road network that reaches about 981,718 miles (1.58 million km). Immense distances and harsh seasons mean travel can be demanding, but the routes cut through sweeping forests and beautifully remote towns.

5. Brazil
Arriving in fifth place is Brazil, which has around 971,600 miles (1.56 million km) of roads. Highways connect travelers to the Amazon rainforest, and also to cattle ranches and megacities. Some surfaces are rough, but the roads mirror Brazil’s scale and wild diversity.

6. Australia
Australia’s roads stretch roughly 821,600 miles (1.32 million km). Highways either hug the endless coasts or cross the red emptiness of the Outback. Long stretches between towns encourage careful planning for travelers, but they certainly reward drivers with dramatic open horizons.

7. Japan
Japan maintains about 765,000 miles (1.23 million km) of roads. Tight city grids contrast vividly with mountain expressways and coastal routes, all of which are unified by remarkable Japanese efficiency and technological innovation.

8. France
France’s network totals around 695,100 miles (1.12 million km). Toll motorways are fast, but country roads are known to wind past vineyards, castles, and lavender fields. Every region feels like a different storybook setting.

9. Canada
Canada has roughly 647,900 miles (1.04 million km) of roads. Since Canada is the second-largest nation on the planet, distances can be enormous. Driving sometimes feels like traversing entire ecosystems—forests, lakes, mountains—within one road trip.

10. Germany
Germany maintains about 515,400 miles (829,500 km) of roads. The Autobahn’s sections without speed limits draw drivers worldwide, and efficient engineering of the roads in Germany certainly supports industry and tourism.

Sources: (World Population Review) (IRF World Road Statistics) (Britannica)

World's oldest person celebrates birthday at 117

Britain’s Ethel Caterham, was born in the United Kingdom on August 21, 1909, has celebrated her 117th birthday on 21/0/2006.

She has lived through two World Wars and more than a century of extraordinary global change, and is the first verified British person to reach the age of 117.

She was named by Guinness World Records as the world's oldest living person last year, after Brazilian nun Inah Canabarro Lucas died at the age of 116. Guinness also recognizes Caterham as the world's oldest living woman.

"Wishing Ethel Caterham the happiest of birthdays, from Guinness World Records!" the organization said in a statement to ABC News. "Holding the GWR title for both the oldest person living and oldest woman living, is certainly something to celebrate! We hope she has a wonderful day with loved ones."

Top 10 Largest Metro Networks in the World

Most sprawling cities around the world feature public transit systems that transport millions of passengers every day. These networks are often the life blood of movement, as they connect people to their jobs, homes, and daily livelihoods.

Experts estimate that, across the planet, approximately 60 billion rides using metro networks take place every year. It’s certainly no small thing to say that some of them require huge number of resources and cover great distances. Find below in detail;

1. Beijing Subway

The Beijing Subway is the world’s largest metro network, covering around 892km, with plans to continue expansion. The system is the main skeleton of movement in China’s capital, and many cars even feature digital maps for easier navigation.

2. Shanghai Metro

Shanghai Metro runs an immense 890 km, with dense urban coverage and extensions out into the suburbs. It is one of the world’s busiest networks, responsible for almost four billion rides every year.

3. Guangzhou Metro

Guangzhou Metro stretches roughly 780km, acting as the backbone for the Pearl River Delta’s trade powerhouse. It is a link between the regional rail and the airport, so commuters can cross immense urban distances surprisingly quickly.

4. Chengdu Metro

Chengdu Metro, covering about 716km, connects research centers and futuristic business districts. The network is the crutch of western China’s growth in main tech and logistics.

5. Shenzhen Metro

The fifth-biggest metro network is Shenzhen Metro, which runs roughly 622km. This massive size mirrors the rise of this tech hub bordering Hong Kong, with dense coverage that shortens commutes for workers across the megacity.

6. Chongqing Rail Transit

Chongqing Rail Transit spans about 576km, snaking along steep hillsides and soaring over gorges. The network features dramatic river views that have turned some everyday metro rides into viral social media sensations.

7. Nanjing Metro

Nanjing Metro, at roughly 573km, serves one of China’s historic capitals. Its lines reach into fast-growing suburbs and have reshaped commuting patterns along the lower Yangtze River.

8. Moscow Metro

Moscow Metro, stretching about 535km, is famed for its palatial stations filled with chandeliers, mosaics, and marble, as well as frequent trains that swoop under the Russian capital’s boulevards and concentric ring roads.

9. Wuhan Metro

Wuhan Metro covers around 518km across the Yangtze and Han rivers, knitting together the districts of Wuchang, Hankou, and Hanyang, and helping a student population move between campuses and city centers.

10. Hangzhou Metro

Cracking the top 10 is China’s Hangzhou Metro, which runs roughly 516km. It ties together tech campuses like those of Alibaba and sprawling new suburbs, with driverless trains easing travel for both commuters and tourists.

Sources: (Spherical Insights) (NDTV) (The Telegraph) (Britannica) (Economy Insights) (ResearchGate) (Railway Technology)

Top 10 World’s Busiest Airports

Rounding out the top 10 are major global hubs across the United States, the UAE, Japan, China, the UK, and Turkey, with passenger volumes ranging from over 82 million to 106 million annually in 2025.

1. Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the world's busiest airport by total passenger traffic, handling over 106 million passengers. This airport is the main hub for much of the US Southeast, with an endless stream of connections.

2. Dubai International Airport

Dubai’s glittering hub handled 95.2 million passengers in 2025. It is the world’s busiest airport for international travel, and a favorite one-stop link between Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.

3. Tokyo Haneda Airport

Unlike far-flung Narita International Airport, Tokyo Haneda sits much nearer to Tokyo’s downtown, which means that it was able to process 91.4 million passengers in 2025. The closer distance means they can enjoy short train rides into the city.

4. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Sprawling between two Texas cities, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport saw 85.7 million passengers in 2025. There is a constant flow of connections at the airport, with banks of departures radiating across the US and Latin America.

5. Shanghai Pudong International Airport

The Shanghai Pudong’s futuristic terminals and rail transport link helped move about 84.9 million passengers in 2025. It is mainland China’s main international doorway, especially for flights to Europe, North America, and across the Asia-Pacific region.

6. Heathrow Airport - UK

London Heathrow has long been the archetypal big hub. In 2025, the airport saw another record year with 84.5 million passengers. This is impressive, since the airport manages to squeeze all that traffic through just two heavily used runways.

7. Istanbul Airport

Straddling Europe and Asia, Istanbul’s new mega-airport saw around 84.46 million passengers in 2025, with planes flying out to hundreds of destinations and giving travelers a natural stopover between the West, Middle East, and Asia.

8. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Deep in the China’s Pearl River Delta, Guangzhou Baiyun channeled 83.6 million passengers in 2025. This powerful hub feeds manufacturing centers, trade links, and an enormous domestic travel market.

9. Denver International Airport

Denver’s star has risen quickly in recent years. By 2025, it handled about 82.4 million passengers, ranking among the world’s busiest while also being the gateway to Rocky Mountain ski towns and big Western road trips.

10. Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Chicago’s O’Hare sits almost perfectly in the US middle, and this geography helped the airport connect around 80 million passengers with the US coasts, the Midwest, and beyond in 2025. The airport is a crucial cog in a dense grid of domestic and international routes.

Sources: (OAG Aviation) (Condé Nast Traveler) (Britannica) (Airport World)

Countries with Lowest Marriage rates in the World

Global marriage rates vary significantly by region, with several countries recording historic lows dipping below 2 marriages per 1,000 people. Find below in details;

01. Qatar (1.4 per 1,000)
Qatar's low marriage rate reflects its large single expatriate population, high marriage costs, and cultural expectations that often delay or complicate marriage among Qatari nationals.
Sources: (Statista) (The Economist) (Our World in Data)

02. French Guiana (2.4 per 1,000)
French Guiana's low marriage rate is shaped by its youthful population and cultural norms that favor cohabitation and informal unions over legal marriage.

03. Peru (2.5 per 1,000)
Peru's low marriage rate is shaped by economic challenges and evolving societal views, with many opting for informal partnerships.

04. Venezuela (2.6 per 1,000)
Venezuela's declining marriage rate is driven by economic instability, with many individuals prioritizing financial security and stability over formal marriage.

05. Guadeloupe (2.8 per 1,000)
Similar to Martinique, Guadeloupe's low marriage rate reflects cultural preferences for informal relationships, possibly influenced by economic factors that make traditional marriage less accessible or appealing to many.

06. Martinique (2.8 per 1,000)
Martinique's declining marriage rate is likely due to cultural norms favoring cohabitation over formal marriage, coupled with economic factors that make marriage less of a priority.

07. Uruguay (2.8 per 1,000)
Uruguay’s low marriage rate suggests a broader societal shift towards alternative forms of partnership, with more couples opting for cohabitation or civil unions over traditional marriage.

08. Argentina (2.9 per 1,000)
Amid economic instability and growing skepticism about the need for legal marriage, many in Argentina are choosing informal partnerships, contributing to the country’s declining marriage rate.

09. Portugal (2.9 per 1,000)
Portugal's declining marriage rate is influenced by economic pressures and a cultural move toward cohabitation and delayed family formation among younger generations.

10. France (3.1 per 1,000)
France's low marriage rate is shaped by the popularity of civil unions like PACS, a legal alternative to marriage, and a cultural openness to cohabitation without formal commitment.

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Top 10 Gold Producing Countries in the World

The World Gold Council is an international trade association for the gold industry. The organization's members are gold mining companies. Its responsibilities include compiling a list of the world's top gold producing countries, which is published in association with Metals Focus, an independent precious metals research consultancy. The most up-to-date list draws on data collated in 2025 and published in 2026. 

Find below; the production volumes for 2025, which shows the biggest producer of gold in the world.

1. China
In 2025, China produced no less than 384.3 tons of gold, which makes it the largest producer of gold on the planet. The Dexing mine (pictured), located in Shangrao in Jiangxi province, is Asia's largest open-pit gold and copper mine. It has enough mineral reserves to keep it operational until 2050.

2. Russian Federation
The second largest producer of gold in the world is the Russian Federation. In 2025, it produced 345 tons of gold. The photograph shows the immense Pokrovskiy gold mine in Russia's eastern Amur region.

3. Australia
In 2025, Australia produced 293.2 tons of gold, making it the third largest producer in the world. Pictured is the vast Fimiston open-pit mine near Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. Known as the "Super Pit," it's one of the country's largest open-pit operations.

4. Canada
In 2025, Canada produced 213.3 tons of gold. Pictured is a refiner handling gold bars at Red Lake mine in Balmertown, Ontario.

5. Peru
In 2025, Peru produced 208.9 tons of gold. Pictured is La Rinconada gold mine. At 16,700 feet (5,100 m), La Rinconada, in the country's Puno region, is the highest permanent settlement in the world.

6. Ghana
In 2025, Ghana produced 187.3 tons of gold. The three gold bars pictured here at the Ashanti goldfields are worth US$1 million. The goldfields are home to the single richest gold mine in the world.

7. USA
The United States produced 157 tons of gold in 2025. The largest gold mine in the country is the Nevada Gold Mines complex. It provides one of the largest sources of the precious metal in the world.

8. Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan produced 125.4 tons of gold in 2025. Pictured is the Almalyk mining plant, considered one of the largest industrial enterprises in the country. It produces 90% of Uzbekistan's silver and 20% of its gold.

9. Mexico
In 2025, Mexico produced 113.5 tones of gold. Pictured is the Los Filos gold mine in Guerrero state—one of the largest gold mines in Mexico and in the world.

10. Indonesia
Indonesia produced 104.2 tons of gold in 2025. Pictured are flotation cells at the Grasberg copper and gold mining complex in Papua province.

Sources: (World Gold Council) (Metals Focus) (Mining Technology) (Fairmined) (AngloGold Ashanti) (WhiteClouds)

Countries with Highest UNESCO World Heritage Sites

As of July 2026, there are 1,273 total UNESCO World Heritage Sites worldwide across 173 countries. Over 900 Cultural Sites and 200 Natural Sites. If you meant Sri Lanka specifically, the island is home to 8 distinct heritage locations.

01. Italy
Italy has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites — 61 of them! It has a rich cultural, historical, and architectural heritage that spans thousands of years.

02. China
China ranks second, with 60 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The historical monuments, ancient cities, architectural marvels, and natural wonders are exceptionally beautiful.

03. Germany
Germany ranks third on the list with 55 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The country boasts well-preserved medieval towns, outstanding architectural landmarks, industrial heritage, and natural landscapes.

04. France
As one of the cradles of European civilization, France has been a center of art, architecture, politics, religion, and science for centuries. It is home to 54 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

05. Spain
Spain has a long and diverse history with a rich blend of cultures. The influence of Roman, Gothic, Jewish, Christian, and Islamic civilizations can be seen in its 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

06. India
India has one of the largest collections of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. The extraordinary cultural diversity, long and continuous history, and distinct regional traditions are reflected in its 44 iconic sites. The Taj Mahal is the most stunning symbol of love in the world.

07. Mexico
Mexico is home to 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From ancient civilizations to colonial cities and stunning natural reserves, Mexico offers a diverse array of truly magnificent sites.

08. United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich and far-reaching history, architectural legacy, and industrial prowess.

09. Russia
Russia has 33 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They reflect the impact of powerful empires, religious movements, and artistic achievements realized over a millennium.

10. Iran
Iran is the birthplace of ancient civilizations and was home to some of the world’s largest and most influential empires, as well as a center for religion and culture. It has 29 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.