There's no single "most confident country" as it depends on the type of confidence measured (body, skin, self-assurance), but recent studies point to Malta (body confidence), India (body positivity searches), Canada (skin confidence), and Switzerland (overall self-assurance) as leaders in different areas, while Jamaica is often noted for radiating cultural confidence.
In a recent global survey encompassing more than 56,000 individuals across 65 nations, it was revealed that individuals in Malta exhibit the highest levels of body confidence.
South Sudan – CPI 8. Civil war and political instability are the primary reasons why South Sudan is ranked as the most corrupt country in the world. ...
Iceland is consistently ranked as the #1 safest country in the world by the Global Peace Index (GPI), a position it has held for over a decade due to extremely low crime, no standing army, high social cohesion, and minimal conflict, though some other reports might place Switzerland or the Netherlands first based on different survey criteria.
The richest country by GDP (PPP) per capita is often cited as Singapore, followed closely by Luxembourg, depending on the specific report and year, with Singapore leading in 2025 estimates with around $156,000-$157,000 per person, while Luxembourg is a strong contender just below that, highlighting small, finance-heavy economies as wealthiest per person.
Leo is the only zodiac sign ruled by the Sun, which illuminates all of this fire sign's bold qualities. "The sun in astrology is our source of life, so it makes total sense that sun-ruled Leos are known to ooze confidence effortlessly," Beringer explains.
Denmark is on top of the list of least corrupt countries just like last year, with a score of 90/100. Second is Finland at 88, followed by Singapore, New Zealand, Luxembourg and Norway at 81, followed by Switzerland and Sweden (80).
Political corruption is the abuse of public power, office, or resources by elected government officials for personal gain, by extortion, soliciting or offering bribes. It can also take the form of office holders maintaining themselves in office by purchasing votes by enacting laws which use taxpayers' money.
Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index for 2024 ranked Japan in the 20th position with a score of 71. The Corruption Perceptions Index scores the public sector of 180 countries on a scale from 0 ("highly corrupt") to 100 ("very clean").
The humble Number One: Finland. Given that most Finns won't blow their own horn – it's culturally de rigueur to downplay personal achievements – we're going to do some serious bragging. If there's one characteristic that applies to almost all Finns, it's extreme modesty.
Finland is the world's happiest country, according to the World Happiness Report, offering retirees (and others) peace, safety, and balance. You can collect U.S. Social Security benefits while living in Finland.
The latest Expat Insider 2025 ranking reveals the world's least friendly countries for foreigners, with Kuwait once again taking the top spot. Expats cite challenges in making local friends, difficulties integrating into the culture, and a generally unwelcoming social environment.
Japan has one of the highest life expectancy rates and some of the lowest rates of overweight and obesity in developed countries. The traditional Japanese diet and the way the Japanese eat are likely big contributors.
Central African Republic. According to the LPI, the Central African Republic is the unhealthiest country in the world, scoring just 31.95 out of a possible 100. ...
South Sudan. South Sudan is the second unhealthiest country in the world, according to the LPI. ...
