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India’s 1.3 billion people live in areas where the annual average particulate pollution level exceeds the WHO guideline. Air pollution has emerged as a silent accomplice to a growing invisible crisis.

Explore the intricate dynamics of Hong Kong's societal fabric, where emotional ties to China intersect with complex identity dilemmas. Uncover how perceived threats, especially from China, shape perspectives, and delve into the mixed sentiments regarding the current state of affairs among different segments of the population.

The world tourism is showing a staggering 90% recovery anticipated by the year's end, marking a significant rebound from the pandemic-induced downturn, said the recent statistics by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

Despite increased policy measures promoting energy efficiency, progress remains insufficient to meet climate targets, warns the Energy Efficiency 2023 market report by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Discover the key findings of the 2023 edition of OECD Health at a Glance, highlighting the financial pressures on health systems, the impact of COVID-19, and the potential of digital health.

In a remarkable milestone for innovation, innovators worldwide submitted nearly 3.5 million patent applications in the previous year, marking an all-time high. What makes this achievement even more notable is the widespread geographic expansion of this growth.

The bedrocks of democracy are under threat worldwide, as a recent report from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) reveals. This comprehensive study highlights alarming trends of declining democracy in many nations. From compromised elections to infringements on fundamental rights like freedom of expression and assembly, democracy is facing serious challenges, said the report--The Global State of Democracy 2023: The New Checks and Balances.

People with artificial intelligence (AI) skills can significantly increase their salaries with a potential increase as high as 40%, according to a recent study by researchers from the Oxford Internet Institute and the Centre for Social Data Science at the University of Copenhagen.

In the world of international migration, India has emerged as a prominent player, holding its position as the primary source of new migrants to OECD countries in 2020, 2021, and, if current trends persist, in 2022. The surge in migration in India increased to 172%, according to year’s OECD Outlook. These numbers have catapulted these nations into the spotlight, making them key sources of migration, just behind Ukraine.

Afghanistan finds itself at the lowest position among 177 countries regarding the status of women. This year's rankings, place Denmark at the top, affirming its position as the best country for women, scoring more than three times higher than Afghanistan, according to the latest Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index.