World Facts and Geography

China has the largest installed capacity of solar PV systems, with over 300 gigawatts (GW) of installed capacity.

Wyoming was the first state to grant women the right to vote. The Wyoming Territorial Legislature passed a law in 1869 granting women the right to vote and hold office.

The Netherlands was the first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.

Sweden was the first country to introduce comprehensive anti-discrimination laws for LGBTQ+ people in 1987.

Brazil has the highest rate of LGBTQ+ hate crimes in the world, with an estimated 386 murders in 2021.

Denmark was the first country to decriminalize homosexuality in 1933.

The United States has the highest rate of LGBTQ+ youth homelessness in the world, with an estimated 40% of homeless youth identifying as LGBTQ+.

The Netherlands was the first country to legalize adoption by same-sex couples in 1998.

Germany has the highest rate of LGBTQ+ asylum seekers in the world, with an estimated 19,000 applications in 2021.

Sweden has the longest history of coalition governments, dating back to the early 20th century. Coalition governments have been the norm in Sweden, with only a few exceptions.

Belgium has the highest number of coalition governments, with a history of forming coalition governments after every election since World War II.

Germany has the most stable coalition governments, with a history of forming long-lasting and stable coalitions. This is due to a number of factors, including the country's strong political institutions and the willingness of the coalition partners to compromise and work together.

India has the most diverse coalition governments, with a wide range of parties and ideologies represented in the government. This is due to the country's diverse political landscape and the need to accommodate a wide range of interests.

Germany has the most successful coalition governments, with a history of forming stable and long-lasting coalitions. This is due to a number of factors, including the country's strong political institutions and the willingness of the coalition partners to compromise and work together.

Russia issued a commemorative coin in 2011 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's historic spaceflight, which made him the first human in space.