Australia's fertility rate set to plunge to historic low
Australia's birth rate is projected to fall to a record low of 1.42 children per woman, reshaping the nation's economy and society. Discover the government's response.
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Australia's fertility rate hits historic low of 1.42
Australia's birth rate is set to drop to a record low of 1.42 children per woman, far below replacement level. New population data reveals major economic and social challenges ahead. Read the full analysis.
UK teen breaks world record with 1,021 Jellycat toys
Hope Roberts, 19, from Bedford, has smashed the Guinness World Record for the largest Jellycat collection. Discover how her 1,021-strong haul brings her joy and fuels a viral social media following.
Met Office: 2025 was UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's hottest year since 1884, with record sunshine and heatwaves. Experts link the trend directly to human-induced climate change. Read the full analysis.
UK Deaths to Outnumber Births by 2026, Warns Think Tank
A leading think tank warns the UK could see more deaths than births from 2026, driven by low fertility. This demographic shift poses major challenges for public finances and services.
US Baby Population Hits Record Low, Utah Leads Decline
New data reveals the US fertility rate has plummeted to 1.6 children per woman, with Utah's family-centric cities showing the steepest decline in under-fives. Explore the causes and consequences.
2025 Confirmed as UK's Warmest Year on Record
The Met Office confirms 2025 was the UK's warmest and sunniest year ever recorded, with climate change cited as a key driver. Discover the data behind the historic heat.
Met Office: 2025 is UK's hottest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest year since 1884, with a record-breaking average temperature of 10.09°C. Discover the climate data and impacts.
Visitors turned away from world record Christmas tree
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, causing car park closures. The National Trust advises checking online before visiting.
Record Christmas Tree Chaos at National Trust's Cragside
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, forcing staff to close car parks and turn visitors away. Check before you travel.
Gold & Silver Hit Records as Asian Markets Mixed
Gold and silver prices surged to historic highs while Asian shares were mixed. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 neared a record after Japan approved a massive defence budget. Read the full market analysis.
UK on track for warmest year ever in 2025
Provisional Met Office data shows 2025 is poised to be the UK's warmest year on record, surpassing 2022. Discover the climate trends reshaping Britain's weather.
UK's Cragside breaks world record for tallest Christmas tree
A historic country house in Northumberland has secured a world record by decorating a 44.7m giant redwood. Discover the festive feat that outshines the Angel of the North.
10.25lb Canary Rockfish May Break World Record
A Mendocino County angler's massive 10.25lb canary rockfish, caught off the Californian coast, is set to challenge longstanding state and world records. Read the full story.
10.25lb Rockfish May Break World Fishing Record
A Northern California fisherman has landed a colossal 10.25lb canary rockfish, potentially breaking a state and world record that has stood since 1986. Read the full story.
Fisherman catches potential world record canary rockfish
A Northern California angler may have broken state and world records with a colossal 10.25-pound canary rockfish caught off the Mendocino coast. Discover the full story of the remarkable catch.
1 Million Scots to Live Alone by 2032
Official projections reveal over a million Scots will live alone within a decade, driven by an ageing society. Experts call for urgent planning to support the elderly. Discover the full story.
Cooper Flagg Breaks LeBron James' Scoring Record
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points, breaking LeBron James' record for a teenage debut. Discover how the Dallas Mavericks' new star made history.
Elderly couple found dead after Thanksgiving in New Mexico
An elderly couple, Charles and Linda Lightfoot, were discovered dead in a New Mexico pasture days after a Thanksgiving visit. The search involved a Silver Alert and aerial drones. Read the full story.
Whitty's winter warning on infections in older people
England's chief medical officer warns infections in older adults are a major cause of strokes and heart attacks. He urges better protection and a lower antibiotic threshold.
World Record: 621 Christmas Trees in One German Home
Step inside the Jeromin home in Germany, where 621 decorated Christmas trees have earned a world record. Discover the festive wonderland they live in year-round.
Woman, 88, moved 121km due to aged care shortage
An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.
One in Five in UK Now Born Abroad, Study Reveals
New analysis shows nearly 20% of the UK population is foreign-born, a sharp rise from 2021. Discover the impact on public services and the call for an emergency census.
Ultrarunner Jennings breaks 100-mile world record
Donegal's Caitriona Jennings breaks women's 100-mile world record in 12:37:04, revealing how ultrarunning brings 'huge sense of achievement' and encouraging more women to try extreme distances.
Policewoman sets 733 pull-up record, faces online trolls
Queensland police officer Jade Henderson broke the Guinness World Record with 733 pull-ups in an hour, only to be met with baseless steroid accusations from online trolls. Discover her inspiring story of resilience.
UK population hits record 67.6 million amid migration surge
Official figures reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, with net migration reaching unprecedented levels and reshaping the nation's demographic landscape.
UK population hits record 67 million, ONS data reveals
Official statistics reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, reaching unprecedented levels driven primarily by international migration patterns.
150,000 over-90s face 12-hour A&E waits in NHS crisis
Shocking NHS data reveals nearly 150,000 patients aged 90 and above faced 12-hour waits in English A&E departments last year, exposing a deepening crisis in elderly care and emergency services.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Germany's population declines for third year running
New Eurostat data reveals Germany's population declined by 0.1% in 2023, marking the third consecutive year of natural decrease despite overall growth through immigration.
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