China ends 30-year condom tax break to boost births
China will impose a 13% VAT on contraceptives from January, ending a three-decade exemption. The move is part of a wider policy shift to tackle a plunging birth rate. Read the full analysis.
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Two dead as van hits tourists on South Korea's Jeju Island
Two tourists have died and eight are injured after a van suddenly accelerated into a crowd on South Korea's Jeju Island. Follow for the latest breaking news updates.
West Virginia population crisis as coal industry dies
McDowell County to lose nearly a third of residents by 2040 as coal industry decline creates demographic crisis. Discover the grim future facing West Virginia's former mining heartlands.
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.
South Korea ferry incident leaves multiple injured
A ferry carrying 267 people ran aground off South Korea's southwest coast, resulting in multiple minor injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Read the latest updates.
Warning Shots Fired at Korean Border
South Korea proposes military talks after firing warning shots against North Korean border incursions. Read the latest on the escalating tensions threatening stability.
South Korea Power Plant Collapse: Workers Feared Dead
Emergency crews race against time after catastrophic collapse at South Korean construction site leaves workers trapped under concrete amid ongoing rescue operations.
North Korea fires missile amid US-South Korea tension
Pyongyang launches suspected short-range ballistic missile in latest provocation, just hours after condemning US-South Korea nuclear consultations as 'dangerous'.
Kim Jong Un threatens to annihilate South Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared South Korea his country's 'principal enemy' and threatened to destroy the nation if provoked, signalling a dramatic escalation in tensions on the Korean peninsula.
Trump praises Kim Jong-un as "smart and great" leader
Ex-President Donald Trump makes controversial remarks praising Kim Jong-un's 'smart and great' leadership while criticising US-South Korea relations, raising diplomatic concerns.
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.
Fox News host under fire for false North Korea claim
Pete Hegseth faces backlash after falsely claiming Seoul could be hit by North Korean radiation, prompting diplomatic concern and expert criticism.
North Korea fires ballistic missile in major provocation
In a significant escalation of tensions, North Korea has launched a ballistic missile toward the sea, with Kim Jong-un personally overseeing the provocative military test amid heightened regional instability.
Pete Hegseth's North Korea remarks spark diplomatic firestorm
Former Trump advisor Pete Hegseth faces fierce criticism after suggesting South Korea should develop nuclear weapons, threatening regional stability and diplomatic efforts.
Xi Jinping Backs North Korea Amid Rising Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms unwavering support for North Korea in a significant diplomatic message, as regional tensions escalate and South Korea faces political turmoil following an assassination attempt.
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.
Trump's Shocking Praise for Xi Jinping Amid Korea Tensions
Donald Trump publicly praised Chinese President Xi Jinping while criticising South Korea's opposition leader in remarks that could reshape Asian diplomacy
Trump defends North Korea's missile tests in shock statement
Ex-President Donald Trump breaks silence on North Korea's latest missile launches, offering unexpected support for Kim Jong Un while criticising current US leadership in explosive statement.
North Korea fires missiles during Trump Seoul visit
In a brazen act of military provocation, North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles during Donald Trump's high-profile visit to South Korea, dramatically escalating regional tensions and challenging international sanctions.
London household numbers decline while other regions grow
Exclusive ONS figures show London experienced the only household decline in England while East Midlands saw biggest growth, revealing changing post-pandemic living patterns.
Poland's Baby Bust: Why Birth Rates Are Plummeting
Poland faces a demographic emergency as birth rates plummet to record lows. Discover the economic pressures, changing social values, and political failures driving this silent crisis that threatens the nation's future.
Russia's population crisis deepens amid war losses
New official data reveals Russia's population has fallen to its lowest level in decades, with record-low birth rates and war casualties creating a perfect demographic storm under Putin's leadership.
Japan's population crisis deepens as births hit record low
Japan faces an unprecedented demographic emergency as new data reveals the sharpest population decline in history, with births plummeting to their lowest level since records began.
Russia's population crisis deepens with 2M loss
New statistics reveal Russia's population has dropped by over 2 million since 2021, with deaths significantly outnumbering births as Putin's war and economic pressures create a perfect demographic storm.
Trump open to new Kim Jong-un meeting in Asia tour
Former US President Donald Trump has revealed he's open to meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong-un during his upcoming Asia tour, while also planning talks with Japanese and South Korean officials.
Trump-Kim Summit Possible Within Days: South Korea
Breaking diplomatic news as South Korea's foreign minister suggests Donald Trump could meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un imminently, potentially reshaping global nuclear negotiations.
England & Wales population declines for first time ever
New ONS data reveals England and Wales experienced their first population decline in decades, driven by falling birth rates and changing migration patterns post-pandemic.
Young people abandoning Wales in record numbers
Official statistics reveal a dramatic population shift as young adults abandon Wales for better opportunities in England, raising concerns about Wales's future economic vitality.
Wales population drops first time since 1850s
Shocking official figures reveal Wales experienced population decline while England saw growth, raising concerns about economic future and youth exodus.
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