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US news

They flocked to build China's cities. Now builders are aging with little retirement

China's aging population is affecting its workforce, particularly migrant workers who have little savings or formal pensions for retirement.

Nearly 30% of migrant workers in China are 50 years old or older, and they face challenges in terms of healthcare and retirement benefits. [ more ]

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Popular children's toy being pulled from the toy section by two major retailers

The senior population in Canada is expected to grow, leading to more people leaving the workforce than entering it.

This could worsen labor shortages and potentially lead to higher wages for employees. [ more ]

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Video shows group with gas cans before fire guts $13.8M mansion

More Canadians will be leaving the workforce than entering it as the senior population grows

This could lead to higher wages for employees [ more ]

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Former GTA hockey coach sentenced to nearly five years in prison for sexual offences against 15-year-old girl

More Canadians will be leaving the workforce than entering it as the senior population grows in Canada.

This will worsen labour shortages and potentially lead to higher wages. [ more ]

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Police officer pleads guilty to discreditable conduct after 'unwanted' contact with domestic violence victim

Canada's senior population is growing, leading to a decrease in the number of Canadians entering the workforce.

This will cause labor shortages and potentially lead to higher wages for employees. [ more ]

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Artificial intelligence

Avatars, robots and AI: Japan turns to innovation to tackle labour crisis

Japan's aging population is causing labor shortages in industries like agriculture, retail, and construction.

Companies are rethinking their business models by using robots, automation, and technology to fill the gaps in the labor market. [ more ]

Toronto

Driver charged in Etobicoke collision that left pedestrian dead

More Canadians will leave the workforce than enter it in the coming decades as the senior population grows.

This will worsen labor shortages and potentially lead to higher wages. [ more ]

Toronto

White Christmas unlikely in Toronto this year with warm weather ahead

The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is projected to triple in the next 20 years.

Experts believe that health-care systems in Canada are not prepared to meet the needs of the increasingly diverse senior population. [ more ]

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Best meteor shower of the year can be seen from Toronto Wednesday night

Canada's senior population is projected to exceed 11 million by 2043.

The rapid increase in older Canadians will have significant implications on sectors such as healthcare and employment. [ more ]

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Video appears to show Toronto officer kneeling on man's neck during arrest; police deny claim

Canada's senior population is projected to reach over 11 million people by 2043.

The rapid increase in the number of older Canadians will have significant impacts on sectors like health care and employment. [ more ]

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'Unexplainable': Toronto apartment residents upset following death of 3-year-old boy

Canada's senior population is projected to reach over 11 million people by 2043

The aging population will impact sectors like health care and employment [ more ]

Toronto

Third Marineland beluga that moved to U.S. aquarium dies

Canada's senior population is projected to exceed 11 million by 2043

The aging population will have implications on sectors like healthcare and employment [ more ]

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Porter Airlines flight diverts to Toronto Pearson as 'precaution'

Canada's senior population is projected to surpass 11 million by 2043.

The aging population will have significant impacts on sectors like healthcare and employment. [ more ]

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Europe news

Europe must find a way to help fund the fight against Putin for its own sake

Europe balances aging population needs with supporting Ukraine amidst the war in a defining moment in history. [ more ]

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Europe news

An Italian Town Full of the Elderly Wants to Feel Young Again

San Giovanni Lipioni has become the town with the oldest average population in Italy

The town is embracing its aging population as a lifeline [ more ]

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Medicine

The Growing Epidemic of Elderly Abuse

Elder abuse is on the rise, impacting the aging population with neglect, abuse, and emotional issues. [ more ]

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1 week ago

France politics

PODCAST: Major French border changes explained and could France ban screens for kids?

May 1st in France involves protests, lucky flowers, and unique rituals. Podcast discusses topics from 'better aging' laws to screen time limits for children and new EU passport checks. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Health

New Twin Study Reveals A Potential Brain-Gut Connection

Fiber supplement improved brain function in aging population.

Gut microbiome's influence on cognitive health. [ more ]

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8 years ago

Health

100 hours of help, no pay for caregivers

People with dementia account for over 40% of unpaid caregivers' time

1 in 9 people over 65 has Alzheimer's disease [ more ]

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1 month ago

San Francisco

Help California Plan for an Aging LGBTQ+ Population - San Francisco Bay Times

California predicts rapid growth of older adults, including LGBTQ+ individuals.

State launches survey to address unique needs of LGBTQ+ seniors for an inclusive aging plan. [ more ]

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2 months ago

Public health

A 'senior tsunami' is about to hit Ontario and it needs more home-care workers, report says | CBC News

Ontario will see a spike in demand for home-care workers due to the rising senior population.

Substantial growth in various occupations in home care is needed to maintain current service levels. [ more ]

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Public health

Number of dementia patients in Ontario has risen 48% since 2010, new data released by OMA shows | CBC News

The number of people with dementia in Ontario has increased by 48% since 2010.

Doctors are calling for investments in home care to better support people with dementia. [ more ]

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2 months ago

Germany news

Japan loses crown as world's third-largest economy after it slips into recession

Japan has been surpassed by Germany as the world's third-largest economy and has entered a recession.

The weakening yen and an aging population are major factors contributing to Japan's economic decline. [ more ]

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Science

Shrinking Family Sizes May Change Our Experience with Aging

Extended families around the world are getting smaller as people live longer and have fewer children.

The declining availability of extended family support will increase the burden of caring for older people and children, especially in lower-income countries. [ more ]

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Europe politics

The EU loses about a million workers per year due to aging. Migration official urges legal options

EU member states will need to address the challenge of an aging population

There is a need to shift away from illegal migration and find legitimate alternatives [ more ]

Toronto

Two 14-year-old boys charged in connection with stabbing of teenager at Don Mills subway station

The senior population in Canada is growing, which will lead to more Canadians leaving the workforce than entering it.

This trend could worsen labour shortages and increase wages for employees. [ more ]

Toronto

'Stressed and devastated': Woman loses more than $7,000 to investment scam seen on TikTok

Canada's senior population is set to exceed 11 million by 2043

The impact of this rapid rise in older Canadians will have significant implications on sectors like health care and employment [ more ]

Toronto

Man seriously injured after stabbing in Ajax, Ont.

Canada's senior population is projected to exceed 11 million people by 2043.

The aging population will have significant impacts on sectors like health care and employment. [ more ]

Toronto

City Solicitor warns council could lose Uber lawsuit, offers option to back down

Canada's senior population is expected to exceed 11 million people by 2043.

The rapid rise in the number of older Canadians will have wide-reaching implications on sectors such as health care and employment. [ more ]

Toronto

Doug Ford government sidesteps questions about Eglinton Crosstown LRT amid uncertain completion

Canada's senior population is expected to exceed 11 million people by 2043.

The rapid rise in the number of older Canadians will have wide-reaching implications on sectors such as health care and employment. [ more ]

Toronto

Man allegedly spraypaints antisemitic graffiti at 2 TTC stations

Canada's senior population is projected to exceed 11 million by 2043.

The aging population will have significant implications for sectors such as health care and employment. [ more ]

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