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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Announcement of Kanazawa City Mayoral Election, Incumbent and 3 Challengers to Debate on Urban Regeneration and Other Issues

The Kanazawa City mayoral election has been announced with four candidates, including the incumbent, focusing on urban development and addressing issues like declining birth rates.

Mar 2 • 02:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Reorganization of High Schools and Entrance Exams: What Will Happen with Declining Birth Rates and Tuition Waivers?

The article discusses the impact of declining birth rates and the expansion of tuition waivers on high school reorganizations and entrance exam processes in Japan.

Feb 27 • 08:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Birth rate in Tokyo increases for the first time in nine years due to extensive measures against declining birth rates, while nationwide numbers continue to decrease

Tokyo has seen an increase in its birth rate for the first time in nine years, attributed to various local government initiatives, although nationwide figures continue to decline.

Feb 26 • 11:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Japan births fall for 10th straight year

Japan has reported its 10th consecutive year of declining births, highlighting ongoing demographic challenges.

Feb 26 • 09:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Epidemic of Loneliness. Daycare Centers and 800+ Are Not Enough to Solve the Lack of Children

Dr. Anna Gromada discusses how modern dating applications are exacerbating relationship issues and contributing to declining birth rates in Poland.

Feb 26 • 08:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Last year's real consumer expenditure decreases for the first time in five years as the school-age population declines and education spending falls

Last year's real consumer expenditure showed a decrease for the first time in five years, largely due to falling education expenses amid a declining school-age population in South Korea.

Feb 26 • 06:48 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Demographics: The situation in Greece is on a tightrope – Shrinkage since 1980

Greece faces a demographic crisis marked by declining birth rates since 1980, prompting discussions on potential measures to address the issue.

Feb 26 • 03:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

AVO-REIN TEREPING ⟩ Children are remembered on deathbeds

The article discusses the concerning trend of declining birth rates in Estonia and the implications for the country's future.

Feb 25 • 22:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Riga will close 10 municipal kindergartens; the city council rejects residents' request to maintain 4 kindergartens

The Riga city council will close 10 kindergartens due to declining birth rates and parent complaints have been dismissed.

Feb 25 • 13:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Kindergartens in the center of Warsaw are emptying. The city sounds the alarm

Warsaw's kindergartens are facing declining enrollment due to a drop in birth rates, prompting the city to call for greater parental support in choosing municipal facilities.

Feb 24 • 15:17 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

No, young adults have not stopped dreaming of children

A new study reveals that young adults in Denmark still aspire to have children, predominantly desiring two or more, despite a growing disconnect between their dreams and the reality of declining birth rates.

Feb 22 • 06:29 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Researchers try to dispel two persistent myths about Danes' dreams of children

A recent study reveals that while young adults in Denmark still desire to have children, there is a growing gap between their dreams and the reality of declining birth rates.

Feb 22 • 06:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A New Apocalypse Scenario: Welcome to the 'Demographic Collapse'

This article discusses the impending demographic collapse due to declining birth rates globally, with a particular focus on Argentina's situation and the challenges it poses.

Feb 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Good news for families in Alytus district: double payment for newborns

Families in Alytus district will receive a doubled financial benefit upon the birth of a child, as part of a new initiative to support young families amidst declining birth rates.

Feb 20 • 07:55 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Putin Urges Businesses to Encourage Employees to Have More Children

President Putin has called on businesses to promote larger families among employees to combat Russia's declining birth rates.

Feb 19 • 16:38 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China and South Korea find a new shared bond: their rapidly ageing societies

China and South Korea are increasingly collaborating to address the challenges posed by their rapidly ageing populations and declining birth rates.

Feb 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Due to a large family, they built a house, but in the end, they will have a single child. Birth rates are declining not only because of money

Czech women share their struggles with declining birth rates and the effects of career pressures on family planning.

Feb 17 • 16:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Your time is running out - the French government wants to write to 29-year-olds about their fertility

The French government is considering sending motivational letters to encourage 29-year-olds to focus on their fertility as a response to declining birth rates.

Feb 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Deputy Minister of Health for 'Rzeczpospolita': There must be at least two births per day in the ward

Poland's Deputy Health Minister discusses the ongoing demographic crisis and the need to ensure maternity wards can handle a minimum of two births daily to address declining birth rates.

Feb 17 • 03:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Birth Rate: The Life Planning of Its Citizens Is None of the State's Business

In France, the government plans to send a letter to citizens turning 29, encouraging them to consider starting a family as a means to address declining birth rates.

Feb 16 • 13:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Awards for Weddings and Taxes for Singles? Professor Egidijus Kūris Evaluates Politicians' Ideas

In response to declining birth rates in Lithuania, proposals including wedding bonuses and increased taxes on singles are being assessed by Professor Egidijus Kūris, who finds some suggestions outdated and immoral.

Feb 16 • 06:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Jüri Kõre: Do we really have to worry about Estonia's declining birth rate?

The article critiques Estonian President Jüri Kõre's and French President Macron's handling of declining birth rates, emphasizing the need for scientific insights in policy making.

Feb 13 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

France: Please, consider having children!

The French government is encouraging citizens approaching 30 to consider parenthood due to declining birth rates, prompting discussions about its effectiveness and underlying cultural implications.

Feb 12 • 11:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

France will send letters to 29-year-old citizens to promote births

France is launching a plan to counter declining birth rates by sending letters to 29-year-olds, urging them to consider fertility-related options.

Feb 11 • 15:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Financing of Social Security "Keeps the Minister of Health Awake at Night"

French Health Minister Stéphanie Rist expresses concerns about Social Security financing due to an aging population and declining birth rates, calling for a national debate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Feb 11 • 14:29 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

€250 per child per month: the flagship measure of a 'big bang' in family policy to revive failing birth rates

A new report proposes significant reforms to France's family policy, including a monthly allowance for children and extended parental leave, aiming to boost declining birth rates.

Feb 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Russia's Unique Proposal: Nature Has Organized It This Way

A unique proposal in Russia aims to regulate internet pornography to address the country's declining birth rates.

Feb 10 • 16:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Bizarre Porn Proposal in Russia: "Nature is Organized That Way"

A Russian parliament member suggests regulating access to adult websites to boost the declining birth rates in the country.

Feb 9 • 19:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Proposes 70 weeks of parental leave with 70 percent salary

A government committee in Norway suggests extending parental leave and reducing work hours to address declining birth rates.

Feb 9 • 09:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Take Declining Birth Rates Calmly

The letter argues that Sweden's population situation is not in crisis, suggesting a focus on creating more senior housing instead of encouraging higher birth rates among women.

Feb 9 • 07:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Curious Measure of France to Reverse the Decline in Birth Rates, a Phenomenon that Also Affects Argentina

France has unveiled a plan to address declining birth rates, including sending personalized messages to citizens upon turning 29.

Feb 8 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Urmo Saareoja: let us not forget the role of culture in demographics

Urmo Saareoja emphasizes the importance of cultural factors in addressing Estonia's declining birth rates, suggesting that economic solutions alone will not suffice.

Feb 8 • 07:55 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Social media could be a possible factor in fewer people having children

A report suggests that social media may contribute to the declining birth rates in Sweden, which have reached historically low levels since 2010, prompting a government investigation into the issue.

Feb 5 • 18:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

US population stops growing. Because of Trump

The article discusses how Donald Trump's immigration policies have impacted US population growth, the significance of declining birth rates, the economic effects of immigration, and demographic trends observed in states like Texas and California.

Feb 3 • 03:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We do not reproduce in a cage": housing, the cornerstone of demographics

The article explores how housing conditions are influencing birth rates in France, highlighting testimonies from couples postponing or abandoning plans for children due to housing issues and the emerging links between declining birth rates and the housing crisis.

Jan 13 • 16:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poland has entered the economic elite, but old assets no longer work

The article discusses Poland's rise to economic elite status amid challenges such as declining birth rates and pressures on labor markets and public finances.

Jan 13 • 10:26 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

As birth rates tumble, some progressives say the Left needs to offer solutions

Progressives are urged to address declining birth rates and propose solutions amidst concerns of aging populations in various countries including the US.

Jan 12 • 21:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Heritage Foundation warns America 'dangerously close' to family breakdown point of no return

The Heritage Foundation's new report highlights a family crisis in America and advocates for policies to strengthen marriage and family formation.

Jan 10 • 13:54 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Birth Balance: Fewer and Fewer Children

The number of births at Klinikum Fürstenfeldbruck has been declining consistently, with only 536 children born last year, the lowest number in years.

Jan 8 • 09:53 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor

The U.S. population is projected to grow at a slower pace due to the Trump administration's immigration policies and declining birth rates, with a forecasted increase from 349 million to 357 million by 2035.

Jan 7 • 20:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

More expensive condoms and free births: China's new policies in 2026 amid demographic panic

China is implementing new demographic policies in 2026, including more expensive condoms and free childbirth, in response to concerns over declining birth rates after decades of population control measures.

Jan 5 • 23:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
World

China starts taxing contraception to boost birth rates

China has removed the tax exemption on contraception, implementing a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills starting January 1st to encourage higher birth rates amid declining natality.

Jan 5 • 15:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

China Introduces Tax on Condoms and Contraceptive Pills

China has ended a three-decade exemption on contraceptive products by imposing a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills as part of its efforts to combat declining birth rates.

Jan 2 • 06:15 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

China Implements Tax on Condoms to Promote Birth Rate

China has introduced a 13% tax on contraceptives to encourage higher birth rates, while child care services are exempt from this tax, in a bid to reverse declining demographic trends.

Jan 1 • 11:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Geopolitics: The Future of the World is Decided in Eurasia

This article examines the implications of declining birth rates, high debt, and stagnant productivity for major powers from America to China in shaping the future of Eurasia and the global order.

Dec 27 • 20:41 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Olivier Rey: 'Defecundity, why we have lost the desire to give life'

In an interview, philosopher Olivier Rey discusses the profound causes behind the declining birth rates in developed countries, as explored in his recent publication 'Defecundity.'

Nov 6 • 19:13 UTC

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