We’ve all seen those lists of internationally top-performing schools or happiest students. I like this graphic because it puts those two lists together into one helpful chart. Those of you reading from the United States, prepare to be bummed out: Full story at Cool Inforgraphics, via Buzzfeed. More cool infographics. Photo credit: Buzzfeed

Do you love cheese? I love it too. So much so, in fact, that I just might buy the poster version of this infographic:   Buy it at Pop Chart Lab, via Cool Infographics. Say cheese! Photo credit: Visual.ly

Fitness isn’t just a matter of heading to the gym a few times a week, but a change in lifestyle. One option that’s staring many of us in the face, though we usually take a pass, is that uncrowded and rarely used staircase at work. This infographic describes how making one choice differently can start …

While the implementation of the Affordable Care Act continues, it’s always good to keep a sense of perspective about what the U.S. healthcare market looks like now to be able to make judgments on what effect the legislation is having on both the uninsured and the price of healthcare. This infographic from CauseWish does just …

Is temporary convenience worth the 400 to 1000 years it takes plastic silverware to break down? Virgin America doesn’t think so, so they’re changing their policies, from encouraging the reuse of cups and plastic bottles to replacing plastic ware with ceramic in First Class. Find out just how big of a problem this is and …

Have you ever taken a really close look at a model lightsaber and thought “What the heck are all those buttons for?” As someone who wields one at least four times a week, lemme tell ya that this infographic from DeviantART’s SantiagoJuarez is the perfect way to distract aspiring Jedis while you recover from past battle wounds. …

Planning, setting realistic goals, and finding a resolution buddy are all great ways to start 2014 off right, but we’re not going to judge if you throw a few superstitious snacks into your New Year’s Day fare. Hey, better safe than sorry. Via Woman’s Day. Edible infographics.

Thank goodness that Santa’s sleigh is powered by magical reindeer and not fossil fuels, because this infographic is terrifying. Here’s what Santa’s carbon footprint would be if he used a gas engine to deliver toys all over the world, brought to you by Ethical Ocean:   Via Upworthy. More cool infographics.

Presenters beware! Are you sending out body language signals that send the wrong message to your audience? Infographic via Entrepreneur. More entrepreneurship advice.

If you’re planning on traveling to another part of the world soon for work or vacation, it’s important to take time to learn about the different traditions, customs, and general behavior of the culture you plan to immerse yourself in. Not surprisingly, food is a big part of daily life no matter where you are …

While some dreaming of heading homeward for the holidays, others long to be as far away as possible, so if you’re looking for destinations, a great place to start is this infographic from Tinyprints. Via Tinyprints. Feeling festive with infographics.

Who hasn’t found themselves with a bottle of wine sitting there and nary a corkscrew in sight? Make despair a thing of the past with this handy guide to MacGyvering that sucker open no matter where you are, though we suggest doing a few trial runs with the cheap stuff first. Via Uproot. Pleasantly buzzed …