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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Guinea: the first census since 2014 reveals population increase and its characteristics

A new census in Guinea shows a population growth of 70% since 2014, reaching 17.5 million residents, predominantly in rural areas despite urban pressures.

Feb 26 • 11:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Good news about babies!

Finland experienced an increase in birth rates last year, with a notable 4.8% rise between 2024 and 2025.

Feb 26 • 08:45 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

No Births in Røyrvik

In 2025, Røyrvik experienced no births for the first time since 2022, according to new data from Statistics Norway.

Feb 26 • 04:57 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The population of wisents continues to grow: another calf is waiting for a name

The wisent population in Dzūkija National Park is increasing, with the successful transfer of individuals from various regions and the birth of a new calf.

Feb 25 • 08:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

WA population to hit 4 million by 2043 prompting housing warning

Western Australia's population is projected to reach 4 million by 2043, but a housing shortfall may hinder this growth.

Feb 25 • 05:19 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

HMS believes that the development in Akureyri cannot keep up with population growth

HMS has expressed concerns regarding the inability of Akureyri's development to match its population growth.

Feb 24 • 18:31 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: New Bill Sets Stage for Modern, Market-Led Farming

Rwanda is proposing a new plant production bill aimed at modernizing agricultural practices and ensuring food security in response to population growth and climate challenges.

Feb 24 • 05:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Madrid will reach eight million inhabitants by 2039: "We must avoid the call effect that is being produced as a result of the government's massive regularizations"

A demographic analysis indicates that Madrid is projected to reach eight million inhabitants by 2039, with significant population increases in small municipalities due to government policies on regularization.

Feb 23 • 23:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The sharpshooter advances steadily in the country and calls for maintaining monitoring of plots to prevent greater population growth

The population growth of the sharpshooter pest, an insect that transmits the bacteria causing maize stunting disease, is spreading across Argentina's agricultural regions, prompting calls for increased monitoring.

Feb 23 • 20:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Newsom confronted on California being the 'highest cost of living' state in the US amid affordability crisis

California Governor Gavin Newsom faced criticism regarding the state's high cost of living, highlighted during an interview where he was confronted about residents fleeing for more affordable options.

Feb 22 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Housing inheritances reach historic high after strong growth in 2025

Spain has seen a record number of housing inheritances in 2025, with over 208,000 transactions reported, marking a significant trend influenced by the aging property-owning population.

Feb 21 • 04:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Mental Health Crisis Takes Centre Stage As Govt Launches Population Report

The Ugandan government highlights a significant mental health crisis as it launches the 2025 State of Uganda Population Report, emphasizing its impact on national productivity and economic growth.

Feb 20 • 05:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mark Gortfelder: Assuring arguments in the current demographic situation are no longer valid

Demographic expert Mark Gortfelder discusses the decrease in birth rates in Estonia and the implications of a negative natural population growth.

Feb 19 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Malinauskas criticised over aged care workforce comments

SA Premier Peter Malinauskas faces backlash for his remarks regarding the necessity of population growth for aged care in South Australia.

Feb 19 • 06:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Seema Haider gives birth to sixth child; Hindu Raksha Dal will honor them

Seema Haider, who came to India from Pakistan with four children, has given birth to her sixth child and will be honored by the Hindu Raksha Dal.

Feb 19 • 03:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Katsina governor unveils 15-year master plans for urban development

The Katsina State government has introduced a 15-year master plan aimed at fostering urban development in Katsina, Daura, and Funtua in response to anticipated population growth.

Feb 18 • 23:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Births in Spain Increase for the First Time in Over Ten Years

In 2025, Spain experienced a 1% increase in live births for the first time in over a decade, despite continued negative natural population growth due to higher death rates.

Feb 18 • 15:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Housing, aging, or the impact of AI on work: the challenges of a Catalonia where poverty is chronic

Catalonia faces persistent poverty despite positive macroeconomic growth, as highlighted in a comprehensive report by the Govern, which outlines key social challenges like housing costs, aging population, and the effects of artificial intelligence on employment.

Feb 17 • 16:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Demographic crisis and anemic growth shake Germany's pension system

Germany's population is projected to shrink by nearly 5% within 25 years, raising concerns about the sustainability of its pension system and overall economic health.

Feb 17 • 16:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Gold Coast 'can't stop growth' but needs 185,000 new homes

The Gold Coast aims to accommodate 1 million residents by 2046 and will require 185,000 new homes to support this growth.

Feb 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

About 20% of the population lives in poverty

A report indicates that approximately 20% of Iceland's population is currently living in poverty.

Feb 16 • 03:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In Florida: the exact number of new migrants who arrived in the state last year is revealed

Florida has become the top destination for foreign migrants, surpassing Texas, California, and New York in terms of new arrivals in the past year.

Feb 15 • 15:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Gothenburg is growing faster than Stockholm – has a central "gold nugget" in its pocket

Gothenburg's population is growing more rapidly than Stockholm's, with plans for a new urban development next to the central station, while Stockholm faces housing issues and a potential exodus of residents.

Feb 15 • 09:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Births continue to decline in Argentina and we don't know until when

Birth rates in Argentina are decreasing sharply, nearing levels similar to several European countries, sparking questions about the reasons and future implications.

Feb 14 • 22:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: The "development gap" that could cost the economy 100 billion dollars

The decreasing birth rate and slowing growth of the population in many countries could have significant economic implications, with the US potentially facing a loss of $103.9 billion in GDP due to a continued decline in fertility rates.

Feb 13 • 06:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Styles of capitalism

The article discusses the concerning tensions arising from the inadequacies of both capitalism and socialism/communism in delivering sufficient benefits to the world's population.

Feb 13 • 03:15 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Switzerland to vote on population cap proposed by anti-immigration party

Switzerland's public will vote on a proposed population cap of 10 million, advocated by the anti-immigration party amid concerns over growth and public services.

Feb 12 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain surpasses 10 million inhabitants born abroad for the first time

Spain's population reaches over 49.5 million, with more than 10 million comprising foreigners born outside the country, marking a significant demographic milestone.

Feb 12 • 08:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Projected Employment Growth Rate to Drop to 0% in Ten Years Due to Low Birth Rates, Aging Population, and AI

A report predicts that South Korea's employment growth rate will stabilize at 0% by 2034, driven by low birth rates, an aging population, and advancements in AI technology.

Feb 12 • 08:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The demographic decline reduced growth by 3.8% from 2000 to 2019, and only immigration has slightly reactivated it by 0.3% after COVID

Demographic decline in Spain has significantly hindered economic growth, with a slight recovery attributed to immigration post-pandemic.

Feb 12 • 00:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sir Jim Ratcliffe branded 'shameful' after 'inflammatory' rant claiming UK's been 'colonised'

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the part-owner of Manchester United, faced backlash for his remarks suggesting that the UK has been 'colonised' by immigrants and expressing concerns over population growth and welfare dependency.

Feb 11 • 20:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK being ‘colonised by immigrants’, says Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has controversially claimed that the UK's growing immigrant population is tantamount to colonization, sparking debate and scrutiny over his statements.

Feb 11 • 18:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poland is Aging. What Threatens Us with Demographic Crisis?

Poland faces a significant demographic crisis due to a declining working-age population, which is impacting economic growth and social security systems.

Feb 11 • 08:55 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Arizona: it ranks among the top 10 states with the highest job growth in the private sector and affordability in the U.S.

Arizona is projected to generate over 454,000 jobs by 2034, bolstered by population growth, a construction boom, and increased demand for healthcare services.

Feb 10 • 13:16 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'We two, our two dozen...', a leader of Owaisi's party gives a new slogan, says - my brother has 16 children

During a public rally in Moradabad, AIMIM's UP president Shaukat Ali made a controversial statement advocating for Muslims to have more children, introducing the slogan 'We two, our two dozen.'

Feb 9 • 15:35 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Population in two of the five largest cities in Latvia has slightly increased

Despite a national decline in Latvia's population, two of its five largest cities have experienced slight growth in their resident numbers.

Feb 8 • 10:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why the U.S. population experienced a 'historical brake' in growth and what consequences this may have

The U.S. population growth rate fell to 0.5% between July 2024 and June 2025, marking a historic decline in demographic expansion.

Feb 8 • 08:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In which provinces were the most cars purchased in 2025

In 2025, Argentina experienced significant growth in new and used car sales, with an analysis revealing which provinces led in purchases relative to population.

Feb 8 • 03:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The Madrid Youth Card adds nearly 79,000 users in a year and reaches 54% of the youth population

The Madrid Youth Card has seen a growth of nearly 79,000 users in the past year, now covering 54% of the youth population in the region.

Feb 7 • 00:55 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Boom in Aragón: When Elon Musk Discovers the 'Empty Spain'

The Aragón region is experiencing a boom in data centers despite historical population decline, but this growth is met with mixed reactions from residents.

Feb 6 • 13:23 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Education emerges as Africa’s top priority at World Government Summit

Education has been identified as Africa's main focus for transformation during discussions at the World Government Summit in Dubai, highlighting the urgent need for educational reform due to rapid population growth.

Feb 5 • 09:38 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Low growth with high informality

In 2025, Mexico's economy showed mediocre performance with a GDP growth of only 0.7%, marking the fourth consecutive year of deceleration, while labor informality affected 33 million people, accounting for 54.6% of the employed population.

Feb 4 • 07:00 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
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Scientists are divided on how to compensate families for the 600 euros per month spent on children

Estonian researchers are debating solutions for compensating families for the average monthly expense of 600 euros per child to boost natural population growth.

Feb 2 • 13:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Population growth in Finland's most attractive city has turned to decline – Turku now surpasses Tampere

For the first time since 1977, Turku has surpassed Tampere in population growth, a surprising shift given that Tampere has been the most attractive city in Finland in recent years.

Feb 2 • 12:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: Africa Poised to Outgrow Asia for First Time Amid Youth Boom

Africa is projected to experience faster economic growth than Asia for the first time by 2026, driven by a rapidly increasing population and significant growth in several countries.

Feb 2 • 04:48 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Municipal Council and Penninn Eymundsson Together in One Bed

The article discusses the opening of a new store by Penninn Eymundsson in Vík í Mýrdal, coinciding with significant construction and population growth in the area.

Jan 21 • 21:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Abundant Rainy Season.. Will it Save Jordan from Water Poverty?

Jordan is experiencing unusually high rainfall this winter, significantly improving water reserves after years of drought, but still faces increasing water pressure due to population growth and the presence of Syrian refugees.

Jan 16 • 13:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Pizza from the bus in Zaprešić has become a hit. We tried it, prices start at 9 euros

A unique pizza experience from a bus in Zaprešić has garnered attention, with prices beginning at 9 euros as the area sees population growth and gastronomic changes.

Jan 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

France records more deaths than births for the first time since World War II

France has experienced a demographic shift where, for the first time since World War II, more deaths are recorded than births due to a decline in natality over the past decade, with population growth attributed to immigration.

Jan 13 • 17:18 UTC

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