In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by daily news cycles, which often focus on crises and challenges. But when we zoom out and take a long-term view, it’s clear that global living standards have improved dramatically over the past several decades. While no metric can capture this perfectly, three key indicators — life expectancy, poverty rates, and literacy — show that, overall, we are living in a healthier, wealthier, and more educated world than ever before. 

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