Poland wants to ban social media for under 15s
The Polish government plans to ban social media use for those under the age of 15 to support youth mental health and increase awareness of the dangers of social media.
Warning as six types of sweetener may accelerate memory loss in middle age
A recent study indicates that certain artificial sweeteners could be linked to accelerated memory loss and increase the risk of dementia in middle-aged adults.
Approval of South Island Tunnels and Increase in Retirement Age
The Faroese Parliament approved the construction of a 24-kilometer underwater tunnel to South Island and voted to gradually raise the retirement age to 69.
This new, latent threat can lurk in Finland's defense capability – direct words from the defense chief about the youth
Finnish defense policies are adapting to an aging reservist population, with plans to extend the reserve age to 65, aiming to leverage specialized skills rather than increase the size of the reserve force.
Raising the age threshold for youth to 30 years
The increase in the age threshold for youth to 30 will broaden the support available to young people in Latvia and enhance their participation in youth programs and policy-making.
Why do nose and ear hairs become longer and thicker as we age?
As people age, they often notice an increase in the length and thickness of hair in their noses and ears, primarily due to changes in sex hormones.
Cruise: Strong demand and younger age groups - Steady presence of homeporting in Piraeus
The demand for cruises in Greece remains high, with a noted increase, highlighting a growing trend among younger travelers.
Metnar wants to lower the age of criminal responsibility and increase penalties for foreigners
Czech Interior Minister Metnar is proposing changes to the age of criminal responsibility and tougher penalties for foreigners.
More and more minors are playing gambling games, according to a study
A recent study indicates that 42.6% of minors aged 15-17 in France have engaged in gambling activities over the past year, highlighting a significant increase in participation among this age group.
The key that men should change at 45 to gain up to three years of life, according to a new study
A new study highlights that men at the age of 45 can increase their life expectancy by altering their diet.
The average old-age pension will rise to 860 euros from April
Starting from April, the average old-age pension in Estonia is set to increase by 5.3% to 860 euros, while the state pension will rise to 414 euros per month.
Mass exodus from Discord: Finnish service started gaining interest
Discord users are concerned about new age verification policies, leading to a significant increase in searches for alternative platforms.
A healthy diet at age 45 is associated with up to three more years of life expectancy
A study indicates that maintaining a healthy diet, particularly the Mediterranean diet, can increase life expectancy by up to three years.
Many people's favorite drink may actually increase fatigue after age 60
The article discusses how reliance on caffeine for energy may not be beneficial for individuals over 60, suggesting that dietary choices may have more positive effects.
Free bus pass age increases in England from April 2026
The eligibility age for free bus travel in England will rise to 67 starting in April 2026, aligning with the increase in the state pension age.
Four factors that can increase the risk of bowel cancer
The article discusses the need for effective cancer prevention strategies on International Cancer Day, highlighting data showing that organized screening and preventive measures can reduce incidences of bowel cancer, especially among younger age groups.
Who is more on sick leave? Temporary incapacity by age and autonomous community
The article discusses the significant increase in temporary incapacity among workers aged 25 to 35, rising by 67%, compared to a 43% increase among those aged 55 to 65, raising concerns among employers, unions, and the government.
Are 80 the new 60? How the increase in life expectancy is changing society
As life expectancy rises, age ceases to be a limit, and being 80 now resembles being 60, with many starting businesses and pursuing new opportunities.
Connected before the age of 8: childhood and the internet in debate
The article discusses the significant increase in internet usage among Brazilian children, with usage among those aged 6 to 8 rising from 41% to 82% over the past decade, and highlights concerns regarding content consumption by this young demographic.
Increase in psychotic disorders in younger generations finds new study
A new study reveals a 60% increase in the annual incidence of psychotic disorders among individuals aged 14 to 20 from 1997 to 2023, with younger generations being diagnosed more frequently and at an earlier age compared to previous generations.
Doctors: A common habit slows metabolism after 40. (and it is easy to correct)
Doctors warn that everyone over 40 should stop a certain habit that slows metabolism, particularly a sedentary lifestyle which can increase the risk of various health issues.
State Pension age changes set to delay retirement payments for millions of people
The UK is set to increase the State Pension age from 66 to 67 starting in April, with a further increase to 68 planned between 2044 and 2046, affecting millions of retirement payments.
Unveiling why some cancer therapies increase cardiac risk
Research reveals that clonal hematopoiesis, characterized by age-related variants in blood stem cells, may explain the increased cardiac risk in certain cancer therapies.
Greece distances itself from the bailout and will not raise the retirement age beyond 67 years
Greece has announced that the retirement age will remain unchanged until 2030, despite international recommendations to increase it due to a significant demographic crisis.
The retirement age is pushed back to 66 years and 10 months and payrolls rise by 2.7%
New retirement rules set the age to 66 years and 10 months, with a pension increase of 2.7% starting in 2026, while those who have contributed for 38 years and three months can claim full pensions at 65.
State Pension age rising from April 2026 - check your new retirement date
The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 starting in April 2026, impacting millions of people's retirement plans.
State Pension age changes as millions could face delayed retirement
The State Pension age in the UK is set to increase from 66 to 67 starting in April 2025, with plans for it to rise to 68 by 2046.
The Retirement Age for Women in Croatia is Changing
Starting in 2026, the retirement age for women in Croatia will increase by three months, requiring women to be 64 years old to qualify for retirement, as part of a gradual equalization of retirement conditions between men and women by 2030.
State pension age rising to 67 from April 2026 - all you need to know
The state pension age in the UK will increase from 66 to 67 starting in April 2026, following previous legislation by the Department for Work and Pensions.
The pension age issue: "We do not want to increase it"
The government faces pressure to maintain the pension age amid political promises and recent conflicts over pension reforms.
Giorgetti: 'We have increased salaries, if possible we will stop raising the retirement age'
Giancarlo Giorgetti emphasizes the importance of the government's budget law, highlighting increased salaries and the potential halt to raising the retirement age.
How much money will be deducted from salaries to support the public pension system? The keys for 2026
As 2026 approaches, uncertainties arise regarding changes to pensions, minimum income, and retirement age, alongside a slight increase in salary contributions for the public pension system through the Intergenerational Equity Mechanism.
Juan Manuel Poyato, reproductive health expert, on the increase in infertility cases: "We attend to 30-year-old men who cannot become parents"
Juan Manuel Poyato discusses the rising infertility cases among younger men and the implications of delayed fatherhood.
CDU Economic Council wants to increase retirement age to over 67 years
The CDU-affiliated Economic Council is calling for a fundamental shift in pension policy, advocating for a later retirement age and reforms inspired by the Scandinavian model to stabilize the pension system amid demographic changes.