Jessica Dillinger

Written by Jessica Dillinger

Tuberculosis has infected one third of the world's population and kills well over a million people yearly, often infecting those also infected with HIV. It is a major point of concern for many of the countries with the highest mortality rates worldwide.

World Facts

Countries With the Highest Death Rate

Labor force calculations include not only those actively working within a country, but also those capable of working and seeking jobs who remain unemployed.

World Facts

Labor Force By Country

The most common foreign currencies held by other countries are the US Dollar and the Euro, but other important currencies are kept as well.

Economics

Foreign Reserves By Country

Despite an increase of terror attacks globally, almost four in every five of last year’s record number terrorism-related deaths occurred in just five countries.

World Facts

Countries by Global Terrorism Index Rating

Indonesia suffered three deadly volcanic events throughout the 20th century: in 1909, 1929, and 1963.

Environment

Most Violent Volcanic Eruptions

Developing countries such as Tanzania and Cambodia are seeing incredible rates of industrial growth, increasing their economic presence and industrial capacity.

Economics

The Highest Industrial Production Growth Rates

With over 59% of its land arable, Bangladesh is one of the most arable countries on the planet.

Environment

The Most Arable Countries Worldwide

Countries such as China, Mexico, and the United States are not only top importers, but are also among the countries with the fastest growing import levels, solidifying their reliance on imported commodities.

Economics

The World's Leading Import Countries

Data networks allowing smartphones to access the internet without the need of a Wi-Fi connection have proven to be the next major step for the development of the ICT industry.

Economics

Top Countries In The Information and Communication Technology Development Index

With roughly 84% of its citizens remaining rural, Uganda has one of the highest agricultural populations in both Africa and the world.

Society

Rural Population By Country

The financial costs of terrorist attacks, such as bomb explosions, car and truck bombs, and hijacked airplanes include mostly the destruction of property, though deaths, injuries and other factors can apply to costs as well.

World Facts

Most Expensive Terrorist Attacks in the World

Destruction caused by multiple groups, including ISIS, have resulted in the absolute destruction of both home and life for over 100,000 Syrians since 2011.

Society

War-Inflicted Casualties In Syria By Group

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