20 sad facts about our world: humanity, reflect!

There are times when the problems do not leave you. That's right - and everything collapses. Immediately comes the idea that there is no escape and the end of the world is not far off. But think about it, really is the unpleasant situation in which you are, is so broad that it was time to give up! Or maybe it's just a small problem that will soon pass. Believe me, in the world a lot more sadness ... If you have something to eat, to drink, to dress and where to live - you already have a lot. Sadly, a huge part of the population of our planet can not be called the same lucky.

Before you is depressing facts about the world that make you less selfish to think only about themselves and more to help the needy.

1. Every day 22,000 children die in poverty and hunger.



2. This time, as in many countries, about 30-50% of all uneaten food simply rot.



3. In less than 10 dollars a day live 80% of the world's population.



4. The most common cow in the EU receives a state subsidy of $ 2 20 per day. It turns out that the animal makes more than 1, 2 billion poorest people in the world.



5. The fourth part of humanity lives without electricity.



6. 1, 2 billion people live where there is a good water supply.



7. 1, 6 billion people live in areas with access to water, but afford it can not be used.



8. Among the nearly 34% of homeless people - young people aged up to 24 years.



9. 250 million children aged 5 to 15 years are forced to work in difficult conditions.



10. In the world there are about 300,000 child soldiers.



11. 805 million people go hungry every day, 98% of them live in less developed countries. Among them most - the children.



12. In a world of almost 210 million orphans.



13. Around 15% of minors may commit suicide.

14. Each year, US military spending on air conditioning in Iraq and Afghanistan 20, $ 2 billion. That's more than the entire budget of NASA.



15. Cargo ships and cruise liners thrown into the ocean 6, 35 billion kg of garbage a year.



16. Every year, 315,000 women die in childbirth. The reason - the lack of essential nutrients as a result of malnutrition.



17. Although the death penalty is banned almost everywhere in 2006, 1 590 people were executed, 90% of whom were residents of the United States, China, Sudan, Iran, Pakistan and Iraq.



18. Every year, 2 million children die from diseases that are easily preventable. Just kids from poor families, and those who can not afford treatment.



19. Our brain starts to break down when we reach 27 years of age.



20. And as to you a list of sad statistical fact, it is worth noting that 350 million people worldwide is now in the doldrums.



When comfort and warmth sit and read these facts, it becomes somehow not on itself. How can you help humanity? Of course, among us there is superheroes, but why not start small: just a little help to those who are not so lucky. Share this article with your friends - let's think together how to make a little more good in our world.

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