The world is running out of children as birthrates are collapsing across the globe
Global birth rates are collapsing, indicating a demographic crisis that could lead to more deaths than births in several countries.
Russian invasion sends Ukraine population plummeting by 10 million: UN
Ukraine's population has declined by 25% since 2022 due to war, refugees, and low fertility rates. Accurate census data is pending resolution of the conflict.
East Asia Is Facing A Disaster It Can't Fix
Fertility rates are falling rapidly in developed nations, with East Asia facing a severe demographic crisis.
US's future ghost towns where more people are dying than being born
Up to 15,000 US cities may face depopulation by 2100 due to declining birthrates and youth migration patterns.
Stark population decline projected for NYS | Cornell Chronicle
New York state may see a population decline of over 2 million, more than 13%, in the next 25 years due to low fertility and aging.
COMPARE: Where in Europe now has the lowest birth rate?
Birth rates in Europe dropped significantly since the 1960s, with only 3.88 million babies born in 2022. France had the highest birth rate in 2022 at 1.79 live births per woman.
The world is running out of children as birthrates are collapsing across the globe
Global birth rates are collapsing, indicating a demographic crisis that could lead to more deaths than births in several countries.
Russian invasion sends Ukraine population plummeting by 10 million: UN
Ukraine's population has declined by 25% since 2022 due to war, refugees, and low fertility rates. Accurate census data is pending resolution of the conflict.
East Asia Is Facing A Disaster It Can't Fix
Fertility rates are falling rapidly in developed nations, with East Asia facing a severe demographic crisis.
US's future ghost towns where more people are dying than being born
Up to 15,000 US cities may face depopulation by 2100 due to declining birthrates and youth migration patterns.
Stark population decline projected for NYS | Cornell Chronicle
New York state may see a population decline of over 2 million, more than 13%, in the next 25 years due to low fertility and aging.
COMPARE: Where in Europe now has the lowest birth rate?
Birth rates in Europe dropped significantly since the 1960s, with only 3.88 million babies born in 2022. France had the highest birth rate in 2022 at 1.79 live births per woman.
Opinion | How to Bring People Back to New York City
New York City faces a crisis reminiscent of the 1970s as population decline, crime, and quality of life issues arise post-pandemic.
New York City's Population Shrinks by 78,000
New York City's population decreased by nearly 78,000 in 2023, partially due to underestimation of migrants. The city has lost over 550,000 residents since April 2020.
NYC's population shrunk by 78,000 last year, census estimates show
Nearly 78,000 residents left NYC in 2023
NYC lost over 550,000 residents between April 2020 and July 2023 due to the pandemic.
Opinion | How to Bring People Back to New York City
New York City faces a crisis reminiscent of the 1970s as population decline, crime, and quality of life issues arise post-pandemic.
New York City's Population Shrinks by 78,000
New York City's population decreased by nearly 78,000 in 2023, partially due to underestimation of migrants. The city has lost over 550,000 residents since April 2020.
NYC's population shrunk by 78,000 last year, census estimates show
Nearly 78,000 residents left NYC in 2023
NYC lost over 550,000 residents between April 2020 and July 2023 due to the pandemic.
Russia's birth rate drops to its lowest in 25 years, data shows
Russia faces a demographic crisis with a low birth rate and rising mortality, significantly influencing its future. Measures to revive this are deemed urgent.
The Guardian view on North Koreans in Ukraine: a Russian war is using foreign labour | Editorial
The war in Ukraine has led to catastrophic Russian military casualties, prompting a search for foreign fighters and laborers to sustain its efforts.
Russia's birth rate drops to its lowest in 25 years, data shows
Russia faces a demographic crisis with a low birth rate and rising mortality, significantly influencing its future. Measures to revive this are deemed urgent.
The Guardian view on North Koreans in Ukraine: a Russian war is using foreign labour | Editorial
The war in Ukraine has led to catastrophic Russian military casualties, prompting a search for foreign fighters and laborers to sustain its efforts.
Europe's population crisis could shave 4% off its GDP by 2040: Morgan Stanley
Europe's aging population poses a significant economic threat, potentially reducing GDP by 4% by 2040.
Italy's economic decline due to demographic shifts will be among the steepest in Europe.
Northern Virginia's population decline is a problem for the whole state
Virginia's Northern region is losing population across all age groups except seniors, indicating an economic and demographic challenge.
Do you want kids? It's finally OK to simply say no
The UK is experiencing a demographic shift with more deaths than births, sparking concern about potential population collapse.
Why the pronatalist movement is inherently misguided
Policymakers are implementing pronatalist measures globally to increase birth rates, although low or high birth rates themselves may not be the core issue.
Europe's population crisis could shave 4% off its GDP by 2040: Morgan Stanley
Europe's aging population poses a significant economic threat, potentially reducing GDP by 4% by 2040.
Italy's economic decline due to demographic shifts will be among the steepest in Europe.
Northern Virginia's population decline is a problem for the whole state
Virginia's Northern region is losing population across all age groups except seniors, indicating an economic and demographic challenge.
Do you want kids? It's finally OK to simply say no
The UK is experiencing a demographic shift with more deaths than births, sparking concern about potential population collapse.
Why the pronatalist movement is inherently misguided
Policymakers are implementing pronatalist measures globally to increase birth rates, although low or high birth rates themselves may not be the core issue.
Tories rage as Starmer laughs about persuading people to have more children
Sir Keir Starmer prioritizes economic growth over dictating personal family decisions amidst concerns about declining birth rates.
Elon Musk and others urging people to have more kids are calling for a Ponzi scheme, experts say
Pronatalism highlights concerns over declining birth rates, but experts argue it may not be the best solution for economic and social challenges.
China's Population Could Shrink to Half by 2100
China's population is declining, with projections indicating a decrease to around 770 million by 2100, leading to concerns about economic growth and aged care. However, this decline could present opportunities for a stable and prosperous future.
Tories rage as Starmer laughs about persuading people to have more children
Sir Keir Starmer prioritizes economic growth over dictating personal family decisions amidst concerns about declining birth rates.
Elon Musk and others urging people to have more kids are calling for a Ponzi scheme, experts say
Pronatalism highlights concerns over declining birth rates, but experts argue it may not be the best solution for economic and social challenges.
China's Population Could Shrink to Half by 2100
China's population is declining, with projections indicating a decrease to around 770 million by 2100, leading to concerns about economic growth and aged care. However, this decline could present opportunities for a stable and prosperous future.
Opinion | Should We Be Worried About Population Decline?
Population decline necessitates thoughtful policy responses, but promoting higher birth rates may ignore critical issues like resource strains and individual rights.
Opinion | Population Growth Isn't a Progressive Issue. It Should Be.
Population decline poses significant risks to society, including worsening economic inequality and vulnerability of social groups.
Opinion | Should We Be Worried About Population Decline?
Population decline necessitates thoughtful policy responses, but promoting higher birth rates may ignore critical issues like resource strains and individual rights.
Opinion | Population Growth Isn't a Progressive Issue. It Should Be.
Population decline poses significant risks to society, including worsening economic inequality and vulnerability of social groups.
Western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, researchers say
The number of western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, likely due to heavy rainfall.
The destruction of milkweed habitat, increased pesticide use, and climate change are all contributing to the decline of western monarch butterfly populations.
Bumblebee nests are overheating to fatal levels, study finds
Bumblebee nests may overheat, endangering colonies.
Western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, researchers say
The number of western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year.
The decline in population is likely due to wet weather and habitat destruction caused by housing construction, pesticide use, and climate change.
Western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, researchers say
The number of western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, likely due to heavy rainfall.
The destruction of milkweed habitat, increased pesticide use, and climate change are all contributing to the decline of western monarch butterfly populations.
Bumblebee nests are overheating to fatal levels, study finds
Bumblebee nests may overheat, endangering colonies.
Western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year, researchers say
The number of western monarch butterflies overwintering in California dropped by 30% last year.
The decline in population is likely due to wet weather and habitat destruction caused by housing construction, pesticide use, and climate change.
South Korea's low birth rate is a growing concern, with projections indicating a significant decline in population by 2100.
Government in South Korea has implemented various financial incentives to encourage child-rearing but has seen limited success.
The Global Gender Divide We Really Should Be Talking About
South Korea's plummeting fertility rate could lead to a significant population decline in just one generation.
There is a noticeable political gap between young men and women in South Korea and other advanced economies, leading to potential societal consequences.
Why South Korean women aren't having babies
South Korea's low birth rate is a growing concern, with projections indicating a significant decline in population by 2100.
Government in South Korea has implemented various financial incentives to encourage child-rearing but has seen limited success.
The Global Gender Divide We Really Should Be Talking About
South Korea's plummeting fertility rate could lead to a significant population decline in just one generation.
There is a noticeable political gap between young men and women in South Korea and other advanced economies, leading to potential societal consequences.
French connections - France's falling birth rate: To bebe or not to bebe?
France's birth rate in 2023 was only 678,000 babies.
Emmanuel Macron's plan to address the decline in birth rate is facing pushback.
Bumblebee among species US wildlife officials consider listing as endangered
Federal officials are considering adding 10 new species to the Endangered Species Act, including the Southern Plains bumblebee.
Habitat loss, degradation, and pesticides have led to population declines in the species under review.
5 charts that explain the California Exodus
California experienced a population decline but it may be slowing down.
Residents leaving California took billions of dollars in taxable income to other states.
Opinion | Is South Korea Disappearing?
South Korea has experienced significant population decline, with birthrates falling below replacement level and reaching just 0.7 births per woman.
The low birthrate in South Korea may not be a long-term trend, as human adaptability and the potential for populations to model a higher-fertility future could lead to a rebound in birthrates.
Column: Shohei Ohtani is just the latest young person to leave O.C. for L.A. Surprise, surprise.
Shohei Ohtani's move to the Los Angeles Dodgers indicates a trend of young and talented people leaving Orange County for opportunities in larger cities.
Orange County is experiencing a decline in population and an increase in median age, signaling a potential problem for the region.
San Jose drops another spot down the list of most populous U.S. cities
San Jose drops to 13th largest city in the United States due to continued population decline.
Notable population growth in Forth Worth and increasing trend in Southern cities.