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In 16 middle-income countries surveyed, many people are unsure how U.S. humanitarian aid cuts will affect them, though those with opinions lean negative.Fossil fuels still dominate global electricity, but wind and solar are surging. In 2025, renewables outpaced coal worldwide for the first time, supplying 34% of electricity.Growing shares of people see China favorably and have confidence in Xi Jinping, though opinions are much less positive in wealthier nations.A 36-country survey finds declining ratings for the U.S. amid rising concerns about its foreign policy and the health of its democracy.Three-quarters of Israelis say the U.S. made the right decision in attacking Iran, while eight-in-ten Palestinians say the opposite. Americans are more divided.All International Affairs Research >## ReligionThe number of countries with high or very high social hostilities rose for the third year in a row; government interference in worship also increased.Most U.S. adults who go to religious services say they’ve recently heard from their clergy about at least one political or social issue.Americans are almost equally split on whether the Ten Commandments should be displayed in public school classrooms. But Republicans, White evangelicals and older Americans are more supportive than other groups.Six-in-ten US adults say abortion should be legal in all or most cases. Here’s a look at data on abortion rates, providers, demographics and more.## Artificial IntelligenceMore Americans are using chatbots, and some are adopting AI summaries and smart speakers. But views about AI and how fast it’s advancing tilt negative – even for younger adults.Over 1,500 new data centers are in development nationwide. Most will be built in rural areas, particularly the South and Midwest, marking a shift from urban locations.