Japan: One in 10 people aged 80 or older for first time
The world's oldest country has long struggled with how to provide for its ageing and declining population.
2023-09-19 13:26
Fewer 'I dos' ruin the party for China's $500 billion wedding industry
By Casey Hall and Farah Master SHANGHAI/HONG KONG COVID wasn't kind to wedding planners in China, where marriages
2023-09-19 09:56
Japan says one in 10 residents are now octogenarians as nation turns gray
More than 10% of Japan's population is now age 80 or older, the government said Monday, the latest worrying milestone in the rapidly graying country's demographic crisis.
2023-09-18 15:17
More than half of older Americans will need long-term term care. Many can't afford the rising cost
About one in six Americans are now age 65 or older and, as the average population ages, a majority are reaching the age of retirement in a precarious financial position, as costs of personal care continue to rise.
2023-09-17 05:46
Antigua and Barbuda country profile
Provides an overview of Antigua and Barbuda, including key facts about this Caribbean country.
2023-08-25 22:16
Canada considers foreign student cap over housing crisis
The country is looking at ways tackle the housing affordability crisis, including capping student visas.
2023-08-25 09:45
Japan's population fell by 800,000 last year as demographic crisis accelerates
Japan's population crisis is accelerating, with the number of nationals falling by more than 800,000 in the past year -- echoing similar trends seen in other East Asian countries.
2023-07-27 14:55
Liechtenstein country profile
Provides an overview of Liechtenstein, including key facts about this small European state.
2023-07-12 17:17
Kaliningrad profile
Provides an overview of Kaliningrad, including key facts about this Russian territory on the Baltic.
2023-06-28 20:56
Greece country profile
Provides an overview of Greece, including key dates and facts about this southeast European country.
2023-06-28 16:25
Venezuela country profile
Provides an overview of Venezuela, including key dates and facts about this South American country.
2023-06-03 00:53
Where are the jobs? India's world-beating growth falls short
By Ira Dugal MUMBAI (Reuters) -On a hot summer afternoon, 23-year old Nizamudin Abdul Rahim Khan is playing cricket on
2023-05-31 21:29