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Revealed: UK’s Poorest Households to Receive Significant Boost from Public Services

1 month ago

A recent study has unveiled a promising finding regarding the impact of public services on the UK’s most economically disadvantaged families. The analysis estimates that the poorest households are on track to benefit approximately £16,000 annually from various public services, prompting discussions about the effectiveness and reach of welfare programs in the country.

Can Croatia Revive Its Fading Birth Rate? A Look into the Nation's Struggles and Solutions

2 months ago

As Croatia grapples with a burgeoning crisis characterized by a dwindling birth rate, the nation stands at a crossroads, urging a rapid response to avert a looming demographic disaster. The population has been in decline for years, with 2022 marking a significant dip. The government's data reveal a grim reality: only 31,000 newborns were recorded, marking the lowest figure since the foundation of the Croatian state after the breakup of Yugoslavia. The urgency of this situation has sparked discussions on strategies to boost birth rates and secure the nation's future.

UK Employers Prepare to Trim Parental Leave Benefits Amidst Labor Tax Hikes

3 months ago

In a significant shift that could have far-reaching implications for working families across the United Kingdom, a recent survey reveals that one in five company leaders is contemplating cuts to parental leave entitlements due to anticipated increases in labor taxes. This development comes in response to proposals from the Labour party aimed at boosting tax revenues as they prepare for upcoming elections.

East Asia's Plummeting Birth Rates: A Growing Crisis Forces Governments to Act

7 months ago

As countries in East Asia grapple with one of the sharpest declines in birth rates globally, governments are racing to implement measures to combat this demographic crisis. Reports indicate that nations such as South Korea, Japan, and China are witnessing alarming trends in population growth, prompting a panicked response from policymakers who are striving to reverse these statistics.