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Norway is the best country to raise your kids

According to a report released this week by leading journal, The Lancet. Norway ranked the best country for children’s well-being. Journal’s Child Flourishing Index ranked 180 countries based on health, education, and nutrition for the children. The Scandinavian nation topped the list as South Korea came second, followed by Netherland, France, and Ireland. The US ranked 39th ahead of China (43rd). The Central African Republic came last.

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