US life expectancy decline 2019 2020 Hispanic Americans

Life expectancy fell most for Hispanic Americans

3 years

From 2019 to 2020, life expectancy for Hispanic Americans fell by 3 years. It fell by 2.9 years for African Americans and 1.2 years for white Americans, showing that the decline was markedly unequal.

Bangladesh went from frequent blackouts to nationwide electricity access

100%

In 2009, electricity shortages and frequent blackouts were common in Bangladesh. By 2022, official estimates put electricity access at 100% of the population. Millions of people also gained power through small solar systems in areas beyond the main grid. Access expanded dramatically, although reliable supply remains a separate challenge.

Russia's income grew, but output per person stayed low

From 1885 to 1913, the Russian Empire’s real national income grew about 3.3% a year, keeping pace with Western industrial growth. But rapid population growth meant output per person remained only about one-third to one-half of Western European levels.

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US life expectancy decline 2019 2020 Hispanic Americans

Life expectancy fell most for Hispanic Americans

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