Africa: French Overtakes Arabic to Become World's Fourth Most Spoken Language
French has surpassed Arabic to become the fourth most spoken language worldwide, with a report indicating 396 million French speakers by 2025, largely due to African populations.
AI Will Not Be Able to Do It: Latin America Will Need 14 Million Caregivers for the Elderly by 2050
By 2050, Latin America will need around 14 million certified caregivers to support its aging population, a demand that artificial intelligence is unlikely to meet, according to a report by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
Daily summary #1909: New supreme leader of Iran asks regime to 'remove the security of internal and external enemies'; Brazilian population is the 7th happiest in the world and more
The new supreme leader of Iran has called for the regime to remove protections for internal and external enemies, while a report highlights that Brazil ranks as the 7th happiest nation in the world.
'Harm at a population level': World Happiness Report flags social media's negative impact
The 2026 World Happiness Report highlights a significant decrease in the wellbeing of young people attributed to social media, while Finland remains the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year.
War of Russia with Ukraine. Day 1486
Ukrainian officials report that Russia plans to relocate over one million people to the Donetsk region by 2045, aiming to nearly double the current population.
27.5% of the population in Greece at risk of poverty or social exclusion by 2025 – What the comparison with other European countries shows
A report reveals that 27.5% of Greece's population is at risk of poverty or social exclusion, reflecting a slight increase from the previous year and highlighting ongoing social challenges.
Macapá is among the 20 worst cities in sanitation index, says Trata Brasil Institute
Macapá ranks among Brazil's cities with the lowest sanitation indicators, with only 14.94% of its population having sewage collection access according to the latest report from the Trata Brasil Institute.
Unnecessary worry – the food supply is sufficient for Swedes in crisis
A new report reveals that Sweden produces enough food to sustain its population even in times of crisis, contradicting fears of food shortages.
Fewer Britons giving to charity, study says, with donations down by £1.4bn
A report indicates that charity donations in the UK fell by £1.4bn, with only half of the population donating to charity in 2025, reflecting a shift in attitudes towards charitable giving.
Empty Apartments Press Municipalities: "Decreased Population Hits Hard"
Sweden faces a housing crisis as nearly a quarter of municipalities report difficulty due to a shrinking population and an increase in vacant apartments.
Juiz de Fora has 25% of the population living in risk areas, a survey shows
A report reveals that 25% of Juiz de Fora's population lives in areas vulnerable to natural disasters, ranking the city ninth nationwide for this issue.
Threatened Species: 24% of Migratory Wildlife in Danger of Extinction
A report reveals that 24% of migratory wildlife are endangered and 49% are experiencing a decline in population.
It is possible to completely transform the sheep population in eight years
The report discusses the feasibility of transforming Iceland's sheep population within eight years.
Strikes on Iran: In Israel "most people support this operation"
A report suggests that there is widespread support among the Israeli population for military operations targeting Iran.
Ottawa on track to reach 5% target for non-permanent residents by 2027, according to new PBO report
A report by the Parliamentary Budget Officer indicates that Canada's non-permanent resident population is set to decline, aligning with the government's target of less than 5% by 2027.
Police: Mass Death of Freshwater Pearls Causes Million-Euro Damage
A police report reveals significant damage caused to an endangered freshwater pearl mussel population at a logging site owned by Stora Enso in Suomussalmi, Finland, with a financial impact estimated at nearly two million euros.
License Plate Readers Change Nothing for 75% of Residents
A report highlights that license plate readers do not significantly impact 75% of the population.
Surprising? Residents of Population-Decreasing Areas Report Higher Happiness Than National Average
Residents living in population-decreasing areas in South Korea have reported higher life satisfaction and happiness levels than the national average, prompting calls for tailored support policies.
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.
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.
Salmon farming still poses 'catastrophic' risk to endangered ray
A recent report indicates that Maugean skate, an endangered species, faces severe threats from salmon farming despite uncertain population estimates and research methods.
About 20% of the population lives in poverty
A report indicates that approximately 20% of Iceland's population is currently living in poverty.
Report: the cause of slow integration has been sorting children based on language
A recent report indicates that sorting children by language has significantly hindered the integration of Russian-speaking communities in Estonia.
The Czech Nation is Persistently Gaining Weight, Even Though People Are Exercising More Than Before, Statisticians Have Found
A recent report shows that the average Czech citizen over 16 has a BMI indicating overweight, despite increased exercise among the population.
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.
Call to report wolf footprints and attacks
Latvia's Ministry of Agriculture urges the public to report signs of wolf presence this winter, including footprints and attacks, to help monitor and manage the wolf population.
Czechs Will Only Enjoy Two-Thirds of Their Pension in Health
A report highlights that Czechs will only spend two-thirds of their pension years in good health, raising concerns over health issues related to aging in the population.
Population Movement in the Kansai Region: A Surplus of In-migrants for the First Time in 52 Years, Driven by Redevelopment in Osaka
The Kansai region, particularly Osaka, has recorded a surplus of in-migrants for the first time in 52 years, according to a recent population movement report by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in Japan.
Mali: more than 550 people killed among the civilian population in 2025, according to a report
A report from a human rights collective highlights the rising violence in Mali, with over 550 civilians killed in 2025, primarily attributed to the Malian army and Russian mercenaries.
Explosive genocide report has landed in Nuuk
A new report has been delivered in Nuuk, fracturing the longstanding tensions between Denmark and Greenland over allegations of genocide against the Greenlandic population.
Explosive genocide report has landed in Nuuk
Amidst ongoing political tensions between Denmark and Greenland, an expert group has delivered a report investigating allegations of genocide against the Greenlandic population.
Democracy Under Siege
According to the 2026 global report by Human Rights Watch, democracy worldwide has regressed to 1985 levels, with 72% of the global population living under authoritarian regimes.
World Cancer Day: How to Protect Yourself from Cancer
On World Cancer Day, the Robert Koch Institute revealed that nearly half of the population in Germany will face cancer in their lifetime, with 49% of men and 43% of women affected by tumor diseases according to their latest epidemiological report.
72% of the world's population lives under authoritarian regimes, indicates Human Rights Watch
A report by Human Rights Watch reveals that 72% of the global population lives under authoritarian regimes, attributing this trend to advances in authoritarianism influenced by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Generation 'pill' in danger
A report reveals that in 2023, 26.7% of the population faced symptoms related to depressive or anxiety disorders, highlighting the challenges of modern life.
Human Rights Watch: 72% of the World's Population Lives Under Authoritarian Regimes
Human Rights Watch warns in its annual report that 72% of the world's population currently resides under authoritarian regimes, highlighting a significant threat to human rights and calling for a challenge to global authoritarianism.
Trump-led abuses amid ‘democratic recession’ put human rights in peril, HRW report says
A Human Rights Watch report highlights a global 'democratic recession' where nearly 75% of the population lives under autocratic rule, threatening the foundation of human rights.
New Income Statistics: Even in Wealthy Bavaria: 1.6 Million People At Risk of Poverty
A new report reveals that 1.6 million people in Bavaria are at risk of poverty, representing 12.4% of the population, which is lower than the national average of 16.1%.
Tokyo's Influx Exceeds 60,000, Continuing Concentration; Ministry of Internal Affairs Releases Population Migration Report
Tokyo's population saw an influx of over 60,000, although the number decreased compared to the previous year, indicating ongoing urban concentration in the capital city.
Heating: Which EU countries struggle financially to heat households
A recent Eurostat report highlights that Bulgaria and Greece face the most difficulties in ensuring adequate home heating, with 9.2% of the EU population unable to keep their homes sufficiently warm in 2024.
The police raid a bookstore in Paris in search of a children's book about Palestine
French police have raided a Paris bookstore to seize a children's book about Palestine, following a report that deemed its content potentially inciting hatred towards the Israeli population.
The richest have exhausted their annual CO2 'budget' this year. It took them just 10 days
A recent report reveals that the wealthiest 1% of the global population deplete their annual CO2 emissions budget within just 10 days, highlighting stark inequalities in carbon responsibility and the need for emissions reductions and taxation for climate goals.
Tokyo is no longer the most populous city in the world: The city that surpassed it
Jakarta has surpassed Tokyo to become the world's most populous city, according to a new UN report, with nearly 42 million residents.
One-third of the population lacks shelters.. Official report: Israel is unprepared for war
An official Israeli report reveals that over 3 million Israelis lack access to adequate shelters, highlighting serious gaps in civil readiness for conflict amidst the ongoing war with Gaza and Lebanon.