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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Time Out names Melbourne the best city in the world – but is it more ‘vibes’ than hard data?

Time Out's 2026 ranking declares Melbourne the best city in the world for the first time, attributing this honor to its vibrant culture rather than stringent analysis.

Mar 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico gains ground in global connectivity, but remains lagging in international integration

Mexico's global connectivity has improved, ranking 78th among 180 economies, but it still lags in international integration compared to other nations.

Mar 10 • 19:26 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador among the 50 most powerful passports in the world, according to the global ranking

Ecuador's passport now ranks 48th in the Henley Passport Index for 2026, allowing visa-free access to 93 countries.

Mar 10 • 18:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What position does Argentina occupy in a global ranking of underground economies

Argentina ranks second in the world for the amount of cash held outside the financial system, highlighting the significant issue of 'under-the-mattress' savings.

Mar 10 • 13:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Forbes releases ranking of the 10 richest billionaires in the world in 2026; check out the list

Forbes has released its list of the world's wealthiest individuals for 2026, highlighting a record number of billionaires and an unprecedented total fortune.

Mar 10 • 13:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Argentina improved its position in a ranking on economic freedom published by the government

Argentina has climbed in the global ranking of economic freedom, moving from 124th to 106th place according to the Heritage Foundation's index.

Mar 5 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil grows below global average in 2025 and is expected to lose position; see GDP ranking

Brazil's GDP growth in 2025 is below the global average, resulting in a predicted drop in its ranking among the world's largest economies.

Mar 3 • 12:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Generation in Smoke. European Girls Dominate the Ranking, Which Contains Risks

A new WHO analysis reveals that Europe remains the global center of tobacco consumption, with alarming rates of tobacco use among teenage girls aged 13 to 15.

Feb 28 • 14:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ex-NBA president lauded for global legal ranking

Former Nigeria Bar Association president Chief Wole Olanipekun is recognized as a Senior Statesman in Dispute Resolution, earning praise from philanthropist Igbekele Ayodele.

Feb 27 • 12:14 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

A Toronto hospital has ranked in the top 10 world’s best

Toronto General Hospital has achieved the highest rank for a Canadian hospital, coming in second in Newsweek's World’s Best Hospitals 2026 ranking.

Feb 25 • 15:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

$2.63 Trillion: Why the World is Rearming

Countries worldwide have significantly increased military spending in response to global conflicts and instability, with Germany ranking fourth in defense expenditures.

Feb 25 • 05:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

2.63 trillion dollars: Why the world is rearming

The global military expenditures reached 2.63 trillion dollars, driven by ongoing conflicts and security concerns, with Germany ranking fourth in military spending.

Feb 25 • 05:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: America will not invade Iran on the ground and will suffice to target the leaders of the regime

Reports suggest that any potential U.S. military action against Iran will not involve a ground invasion but will focus on targeting high-ranking officials in the Iranian military and government.

Feb 21 • 15:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The World's Largest Car Brands Have Been Determined - Three Top 10 Car Giants Saw Their Rankings Drop

The global ranking of car manufacturers has shifted, with Ford's sales declining while BYD continues to rise.

Feb 17 • 19:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece climbs in the global ranking of fixed broadband speed – A leap of 24 positions in a year

Greece has improved its ranking in fixed broadband speed, climbing 24 places in one year due to telecommunications investments and initiatives.

Feb 17 • 07:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 100 Best MBAs in the World: A Shake-up at the Top of the List

MIT's Sloan School of Management has claimed the top spot in the Financial Times' global MBA ranking, surpassing prestigious institutions like Insead and Wharton.

Feb 16 • 14:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Call to attention from diplomats and academics over Argentina's fall in the world transparency ranking

Diplomats and academics raise alarms about Argentina's decline in a global transparency ranking, highlighting concerns over institutional regression and corruption.

Feb 15 • 20:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Significant Improvement in Indian Passport Ranking, Visa-Free Entry to 56 Countries

The Indian passport has made a notable leap in global rankings, now allowing visa-free travel to 56 countries.

Feb 13 • 09:37 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

Deal alert: Shop these top mattress & bedding sales in Canada

Canadians can find great sales on mattresses and bedding to improve sleep quality, amid a ranking of being the third most sleep-deprived country.

Feb 12 • 12:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Tanzania Tops Region in Cybersecurity Standards

Tanzania has been recognized as the leader in East Africa for online safety management, ranking among the top 45 nations globally in cybersecurity standards according to the Global Cybersecurity Index released by the ITU.

Feb 12 • 10:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Tanzania Emerges as Africa's Certified Coffee Leader

Tanzania has secured its position as Africa's top producer of certified coffee, achieving a global ranking fourth overall.

Feb 12 • 10:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: Corruption - What's Behind Rwanda's Top Performance in Global Ranking

Rwanda achieved its highest score in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 41st globally, amidst a decline in global anti-corruption efforts.

Feb 12 • 05:05 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

From Prius to Land Cruiser: The Most Reliable Toyota Cars

Toyota remains a leading global car manufacturer with a strong reputation for reliability and quality, highlighted in a report ranking its best vehicles.

Feb 11 • 08:25 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: Rwanda Records Highest-Ever Score in Global Corruption Index

Rwanda has achieved its highest-ever score in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 41st globally with a score of 58%.

Feb 11 • 05:38 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

U.S. sinks to its lowest spot in new global corruption ranking

A new report shows the U.S. has fallen to its lowest ever rank in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index.

Feb 10 • 19:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

CNN: The United States' ranking has fallen to a historic low in the international corruption index

The United States has dropped to a historic low ranking in the Corruption Perception Index, according to CNN.

Feb 10 • 16:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Transparency International: Greece's Minor Progress in Combatting Corruption Compared to Last Year

Greece has improved its position in combating corruption according to Transparency International's annual report for 2025, rising three places to 56th among 182 countries.

Feb 10 • 16:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Corruption Worldwide on the Rise

According to Transparency International, global corruption is increasing, with Germany improving to 10th place in the annual corruption ranking.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Czech Republic Improves in Perception of Corruption, Slovakia Falls in Rankings

The Czech Republic has improved its ranking in the global perception of corruption, while Slovakia has seen a decline, according to a recent report from Transparency International.

Feb 10 • 06:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuania has risen four positions in the corruption index over the year

Lithuania has improved its position in the global corruption index, ranking 28th with a score of 65 out of 100.

Feb 10 • 06:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil repeats its second worst score in the historical series on the global corruption perception index

Brazil maintained its second worst score in the historical series on the Corruption Perception Index in 2025 with a score of 35, ranking 107th among 182 countries.

Feb 10 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain worsens in perception of corruption and falls three places in the world ranking

Spain has dropped three places in the global corruption perception index, now ranking 49th out of 180 countries according to Transparency International's report.

Feb 10 • 06:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Argentina fell five places in the Corruption Perception Index 2025

Argentina dropped five places in the global Corruption Perception Index, ranking 104th with a score of 36 out of 100 in 2025.

Feb 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Rafael de Alba, the Mexican tennis player who aspires to enter the top 100

Mexican tennis player Rafael de Alba aims to break into the ATP Top 100, leveraging the increased number of professional tournaments in Mexico to enhance his global ranking.

Feb 8 • 16:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

What is the most dangerous city for tourists? A global ranking exposes the 'pickpocket capital'

A recent study reveals Paris as the 'world capital of pickpockets', based on an analysis of user testimonies regarding theft risks for tourists.

Feb 5 • 20:34 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Aeroméxico receives award as the world's most punctual airline for the second consecutive year

Grupo Aeroméxico has been recognized as the world's most punctual airline for the second consecutive year in 2025, according to Cirium's ranking that assesses the operational performance of major global airlines.

Feb 3 • 19:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Harvard and its peers fall globally behind Chinese universities.

Harvard University has dropped to third place in a global ranking measuring academic output, with other American universities also declining as Chinese universities made significant progress in research productivity.

Jan 16 • 04:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why Did America Fall Behind in the 'Quality of Life' Index?

A recent study indicates that the United States ranks 32nd in quality of life among 171 countries, trailing behind nations such as Poland, Lithuania, and Cyprus, despite Americans' pride in being the 'best' overall.

Jan 16 • 03:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

The Africa Cup Final between Morocco and Senegal Confirms the Accuracy of the FIFA Ranking

The Africa Cup final between Morocco and Senegal highlights the accuracy of FIFA's global team rankings, as both teams have proven to be the best in the tournament.

Jan 15 • 14:52 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
World

Harvard Slips on a Global Ranking List, as Chinese Schools Surge Ahead

Harvard University has fallen in global rankings while Chinese universities are rising in prominence.

Jan 15 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Tripadvisor Ranking: Auschwitz Among the World's Tourist Attractions of 2026

Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards recognize Auschwitz as one of the top global tourist attractions for 2026, based on user reviews and ratings.

Jan 15 • 09:26 UTC

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