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EU Birth Rate Plunges to Record Low, Partially Offset by Increase in Births to Migrant Mothers
The European Union recorded a 5.4% decrease in births in 2023, reaching a record low of 3.67 million newborns. This decline was partially offset by an increase in births to migrant mothers, particularly in Poland, which experienced a 645% surge, primarily due to the influx of Ukrainian refugees.
EU Birth Rate Plunges to Record Low, Partially Offset by Increase in Births to Migrant Mothers
The European Union recorded a 5.4% decrease in births in 2023, reaching a record low of 3.67 million newborns. This decline was partially offset by an increase in births to migrant mothers, particularly in Poland, which experienced a 645% surge, primarily due to the influx of Ukrainian refugees.
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44% Bias Score
Greece Leads Europe in Regional Tourism, Raising Concerns about Sustainability
A new study by the University of Aegean finds that Greece leads Europe in regional tourism, with the Southern Aegean and Ionian Islands ranking first and second, respectively, based on an index measuring six variables, including bed capacity and employment in hospitality; this intense touristificati...
Greece Leads Europe in Regional Tourism, Raising Concerns about Sustainability
A new study by the University of Aegean finds that Greece leads Europe in regional tourism, with the Southern Aegean and Ionian Islands ranking first and second, respectively, based on an index measuring six variables, including bed capacity and employment in hospitality; this intense touristificati...
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48% Bias Score
EU Human Trafficking Cases Rise to 10,793 in 2023
The EU recorded 10,793 human trafficking victims in 2023, a 6.9% increase from 2022, with the highest rates in Luxembourg, Greece, the Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden; two-thirds of victims were women, and sexual exploitation was the predominant form, though labor exploitation is rising.
EU Human Trafficking Cases Rise to 10,793 in 2023
The EU recorded 10,793 human trafficking victims in 2023, a 6.9% increase from 2022, with the highest rates in Luxembourg, Greece, the Netherlands, Austria, and Sweden; two-thirds of victims were women, and sexual exploitation was the predominant form, though labor exploitation is rising.
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24% Bias Score
EU Population Aging: A Growing Burden and Projected Decline
In early 2024, the EU population reached 449.3 million, with over 20% aged 65 or older, a 0.3% increase from 2023 and a 2.9% increase from 2014, placing a greater burden on the working-age population. This aging trend, projected to continue, will cause the EU population to decrease to 419.5 million ...
EU Population Aging: A Growing Burden and Projected Decline
In early 2024, the EU population reached 449.3 million, with over 20% aged 65 or older, a 0.3% increase from 2023 and a 2.9% increase from 2014, placing a greater burden on the working-age population. This aging trend, projected to continue, will cause the EU population to decrease to 419.5 million ...
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20% Bias Score
EU Population: Aging Trend and Projected Decline by 2100
In early 2024, the EU population was 449.3 million, up 0.3% from 2023; however, it's projected to decrease to 419.5 million by 2100, with a significantly older population and a rising median age of 50.2 years.
EU Population: Aging Trend and Projected Decline by 2100
In early 2024, the EU population was 449.3 million, up 0.3% from 2023; however, it's projected to decrease to 419.5 million by 2100, with a significantly older population and a rising median age of 50.2 years.
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24% Bias Score
Weak Eurozone and EU Q4 2024 GDP Growth Despite Employment Gains
Eurozone and EU GDP saw slight growth of 0.1% and 0.2% respectively in Q4 2024, below initial predictions and the US performance; employment increased modestly, but productivity declined, impacting inflation.
Weak Eurozone and EU Q4 2024 GDP Growth Despite Employment Gains
Eurozone and EU GDP saw slight growth of 0.1% and 0.2% respectively in Q4 2024, below initial predictions and the US performance; employment increased modestly, but productivity declined, impacting inflation.
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16% Bias Score
Greece Faces Severe Demographic Crisis Amidst Aging Population and Emigration
In 2024, Greece recorded 125,423 deaths versus 62,624 births; approximately 160,000 Greeks were born abroad in the last two decades, with one in nine Greeks born outside the country, contributing to a rapidly aging population and severe demographic decline.
Greece Faces Severe Demographic Crisis Amidst Aging Population and Emigration
In 2024, Greece recorded 125,423 deaths versus 62,624 births; approximately 160,000 Greeks were born abroad in the last two decades, with one in nine Greeks born outside the country, contributing to a rapidly aging population and severe demographic decline.
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56% Bias Score
Spanish Retirees Wealthier Than EU Peers, While Younger Generation Lags
Spanish retirees' median income surpasses the EU average by 6.4% in 2023, a sharp contrast to younger Spaniards who lag behind; generous pensions and low part-time work contribute to high inactivity among older adults.
Spanish Retirees Wealthier Than EU Peers, While Younger Generation Lags
Spanish retirees' median income surpasses the EU average by 6.4% in 2023, a sharp contrast to younger Spaniards who lag behind; generous pensions and low part-time work contribute to high inactivity among older adults.
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36% Bias Score
EU Steel Trade Surplus, but Import Restrictions Planned
The European Union recorded a €4.7 billion surplus in iron, steel, and related products trade in 2024, exporting €77.8 billion and importing €73.1 billion, despite a decrease in physical volumes; the EU plans to reduce steel imports by 15% in April 2025 to protect domestic producers.
EU Steel Trade Surplus, but Import Restrictions Planned
The European Union recorded a €4.7 billion surplus in iron, steel, and related products trade in 2024, exporting €77.8 billion and importing €73.1 billion, despite a decrease in physical volumes; the EU plans to reduce steel imports by 15% in April 2025 to protect domestic producers.
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36% Bias Score
EU Population Projected to Shrink and Age Significantly by 2100
By 2100, the EU population is projected to decrease to 419.5 million from a peak of 453.3 million around 2026, with a 2.5-fold increase in the 80+ age group (from 6.1% to 15.3%) and a median age rising to 50.2 years, creating significant social and economic challenges.
EU Population Projected to Shrink and Age Significantly by 2100
By 2100, the EU population is projected to decrease to 419.5 million from a peak of 453.3 million around 2026, with a 2.5-fold increase in the 80+ age group (from 6.1% to 15.3%) and a median age rising to 50.2 years, creating significant social and economic challenges.
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16% Bias Score
EU Population to Reach 449.3 Million in 2024, Aging Trend Continues
The EU population is projected to be 449.3 million in early 2024, with over 20% aged 65+, a 0.3% increase from 2023 and 2.9% from 2014; this aging trend, driven by increasing longevity and low birth rates, is expected to continue, placing a greater burden on the working-age population.
EU Population to Reach 449.3 Million in 2024, Aging Trend Continues
The EU population is projected to be 449.3 million in early 2024, with over 20% aged 65+, a 0.3% increase from 2023 and 2.9% from 2014; this aging trend, driven by increasing longevity and low birth rates, is expected to continue, placing a greater burden on the working-age population.
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36% Bias Score
Spain's Economic Growth Slows, But Employment Soars in January 2025
Spain's private sector growth slowed to 54 points in January 2025 from 56.8 in December, but employment increased significantly, reaching its highest since January 2007, driven by strong services sector performance and internal demand; however, rising costs are a concern.
Spain's Economic Growth Slows, But Employment Soars in January 2025
Spain's private sector growth slowed to 54 points in January 2025 from 56.8 in December, but employment increased significantly, reaching its highest since January 2007, driven by strong services sector performance and internal demand; however, rising costs are a concern.
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28% Bias Score
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