The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained its current interest rate stance, opting for caution amid economic uncertainty despite political tensions. Analysis reveals the central bank's delicate balancing act between inflation concerns and economic grow
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The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains cash rate at 4.35% for seventh consecutive meeting, dealing another blow to struggling mortgage holders despite easing inflation pressures.
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Virgin Australia is set to revolutionise air travel by allowing pets in cabins on select domestic routes from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about the new policy, including costs, eligible animals, and how it will work in practice.
Exclusive NHS figures show a dramatic rise in caesarean sections in England, with over a third of all births now delivered via surgery, sparking a major debate on maternity care.
Two British men have tragically lost their lives following a single-vehicle crash on South Australia's Kangaroo Island. The fatal incident occurred on the Playford Highway, casting a shadow over the popular tourist destination.
A mother shares her incredible story of delivering twins seven weeks apart after a rare delayed interval birth, defying medical odds in a groundbreaking UK case.
Australian television presenter Rebecca Maddern and husband Trent Miller celebrate the arrival of their newborn son, sharing their overwhelming happiness and family's new chapter.
New ONS data reveals a surprising 3.9% surge in UK births in 2023, marking the highest number in a decade and signalling a potential new 'baby generation' for the nation.
The Greek government unveils a radical €1.6 billion relief package featuring baby bonuses, tax breaks, and housing support to tackle its severe demographic decline and ageing population.
Facing a demographic crisis, the Japanese government unveils a controversial new strategy to boost its birth rate by incentivising families to leave crowded Tokyo for the countryside.
A mother's harrowing account of being forced to give birth while handcuffed to a hospital bed, exposing the brutal reality of the UK's prison system for pregnant women.
A radical policy proposal from a influential conservative think tank aims to reverse declining birth rates by overhauling family and social policy, raising alarms among critics.
New official figures from the Office for National Statistics show England's population grew by nearly 300,000 in mid-2023, while Wales experienced its first annual decrease in nearly 50 years, highlighting a stark demographic divide across the UK.
Exclusive analysis of National Records of Scotland data reveals a deepening demographic crisis, with deaths exceeding births and significant population decline in key council areas like Glasgow City.
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Exclusive analysis of ONS data shows England and Wales' fertility rate has plummeted to a historic low of 1.49 children per woman, far below replacement level. This demographic time bomb threatens to reshape our society, economy, and public services for g
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A UK woman's decision to have an unassisted 'freebirth' at home ended in tragedy when her baby was stillborn. This harrowing case has ignited a fierce debate about the risks of unregulated births and maternal choices.
New figures from the Office for National Statistics show the fertility rate in England and Wales has hit its lowest level in nearly a century, with significant implications for future population trends and public policy.
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Exclusive analysis of internal Israeli military data shows overwhelming civilian casualties in Gaza, challenging Israel's long-standing assertions about precision targeting and raising major humanitarian concerns.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds interest rates at a 23-year high, projecting a more cautious single cut in 2024 as US inflation proves persistent. Markets react to the hawkish stance.
BBC Radio 1 presenter Vick Hope has given birth to her first child, a baby boy, with superstar DJ Calvin Harris. The couple opted for a powerful home birth, with Vick sharing intimate first photos and her transformative experience exclusively.
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UK inflation unexpectedly jumped to 2.3% in July, dashing hopes for an August interest rate cut. Soaring air fares and rising clothing costs are blamed, putting the Bank of England's next move under intense scrutiny.