"US Drops to Fifth Place in Global 'Best Country' Rankings"

The United States has slipped from fourth to fifth place in the annual Best Countries ranking by U.S. News and World Report. Switzerland retained its top position, followed by Canada, Sweden, and Australia. This is the first time in years that the U.S. has dropped in the rankings, possibly due to the more favorable global perception of President Joe Biden and his policies compared to his predecessor, Donald Trump. The rankings are based on a survey of over 17,000 people worldwide.