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AI's Impact: 19.2 Million U.S. Jobs at Risk, But Economic Benefits Remain Uncertain

A new report estimates 19.2 million U.S. jobs face high automation risk due to AI, although the methodology may underestimate future impact. While initial job losses are likely, increased productivity could lower prices for consumers, provided that the economic benefits are distributed fairly.

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Forest Ecosystem Collapse Threatens Global Stability

A new IUFRO study warns that the collapse of forest ecosystems, driven by factors such as agriculture, urbanization, wildfires, and political polarization, will destabilize societies and economies globally, impacting livelihoods, climate regulation, and carbon sequestration; the study calls for a so...

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Life on Land
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France Bans Public Smoking to Reduce Healthcare Costs

France bans smoking on beaches, in parks, bus shelters, and near schools starting July 1st to curb healthcare costs and protect children, despite concerns about individual liberties.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Japan's Birth Rate Plummets to Historic Low

Japan's 2024 births plummeted to a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% drop, continuing a 16-year decline and raising concerns about economic and national security sustainability in a rapidly aging and shrinking population.

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Japan's Birthrate Plunges to Record Low, Fueling Demographic Crisis

Japan's 2024 birthrate plummeted to a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% decrease from 2023, resulting in a fertility rate of 1.15—far below the replacement rate—and fueling concerns about the country's shrinking and aging population.

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AI Job Displacement: A 30% Drop in Freelance Writing and 20% in Graphic Design

The launch of ChatGPT has caused a 30% drop in freelance writing and a 20% drop in graphic design jobs, while companies like Microsoft are laying off workers and using AI to write 30% of their code; experts warn of potentially 20% unemployment within five years.

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Unsafe Food: 420,000 Deaths Annually, US\$110 Billion Lost

Unsafe food causes 600 million illnesses and 420,000 deaths annually, costing low- and mid-income countries US\$110 billion yearly; a whole-system approach, climate change adaptation, and global cooperation are needed to improve food safety.

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Zero Hunger
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Trump Tariffs: \$2.8 Trillion Deficit Cut, but Economic Contraction Predicted

The Congressional Budget Office projects President Trump's tariff plan will cut the deficit by \$2.8 trillion over 10 years but also shrink the U.S. economy, increase inflation by 0.4 percent annually in 2025-26, and reduce household purchasing power, based on the assumption that the tariffs will re...

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Record Canadian Trade Deficit Amidst U.S. Tariff Impact

Canada's April trade deficit hit a record $7.1 billion due to a 10.8 percent drop in merchandise exports, largely caused by U.S. tariffs impacting various sectors, especially motor vehicles and crude oil, despite some increase in exports to other countries.

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Vietnam Abolishes Two-Child Policy Amid Declining Birth Rates

Vietnam has abolished its two-child policy due to declining birth rates, which fell from 2.11 children per woman in 2021 to 1.91 in 2024, aiming to address the challenges of an aging population and shrinking workforce; this follows similar trends in other Asian countries.

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Canada: Interprovincial Trade Deals Signed Ahead of First Ministers' Meeting

Ahead of a first ministers' meeting in Saskatoon, Ontario signed trade deals with three other provinces; Prime Minister Mark Carney's new staff appointments were also announced; and the G7's national science academies released a joint declaration supporting academic freedom and research integrity.

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Trump Doubles Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Raising Costs for Consumers

The Trump administration raised tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, increasing costs for numerous products, potentially impacting consumers and various industries. This move follows previous tariffs imposed in February, citing national security concerns, and is expected to further strain ...

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