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Norway's Falling Birthrate Prompts Government Intervention
Norway's birthrate has fallen from 1.98 children per woman in 2009 to 1.40 in 2023, prompting the government to commission a birthrate committee to investigate the causes and devise strategies to reverse the trend, as the low birthrate poses challenges to future workforce and elder care.
Norway's Falling Birthrate Prompts Government Intervention
Norway's birthrate has fallen from 1.98 children per woman in 2009 to 1.40 in 2023, prompting the government to commission a birthrate committee to investigate the causes and devise strategies to reverse the trend, as the low birthrate poses challenges to future workforce and elder care.
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24% Bias Score
France Addresses Gender Retirement Gap and Evolving Work Patterns
A 2025 French Court of Accounts report reveals persistent gender gaps in retirement payments due to occupational differences and unequal family responsibilities; a bill allowing combined family assistant work with other jobs passed its first Senate reading on May 29, 2024, aiming to improve work-lif...
France Addresses Gender Retirement Gap and Evolving Work Patterns
A 2025 French Court of Accounts report reveals persistent gender gaps in retirement payments due to occupational differences and unequal family responsibilities; a bill allowing combined family assistant work with other jobs passed its first Senate reading on May 29, 2024, aiming to improve work-lif...
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44% Bias Score
Badenoch Urges Higher Birth Rate to Combat UK's Aging Population
UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch suggests increased birth rates as a solution to the aging population, citing a record low of 591,072 births in 2023, contrasting with her previous statements questioning extensive maternity benefits and government intervention.
Badenoch Urges Higher Birth Rate to Combat UK's Aging Population
UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch suggests increased birth rates as a solution to the aging population, citing a record low of 591,072 births in 2023, contrasting with her previous statements questioning extensive maternity benefits and government intervention.
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56% Bias Score
Greek Economists Prioritize Infrastructure Over Subsidies to Combat Low Birth Rate
Ninety-five percent of 19 Greek economists surveyed prioritize infrastructure improvements and supportive policies over direct subsidies to combat the nation's low birth rate, citing negative impacts on economic productivity and the social security system.
Greek Economists Prioritize Infrastructure Over Subsidies to Combat Low Birth Rate
Ninety-five percent of 19 Greek economists surveyed prioritize infrastructure improvements and supportive policies over direct subsidies to combat the nation's low birth rate, citing negative impacts on economic productivity and the social security system.
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52% Bias Score
Trump Administration Weighs Policies to Boost US Birthrates
The Trump administration is reviewing proposals to increase US birthrates, including a $5,000 "baby bonus", changes to Fulbright scholarships, and fertility awareness programs; some policies are already implemented at the agency level.
Trump Administration Weighs Policies to Boost US Birthrates
The Trump administration is reviewing proposals to increase US birthrates, including a $5,000 "baby bonus", changes to Fulbright scholarships, and fertility awareness programs; some policies are already implemented at the agency level.
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52% Bias Score
Germany Delays Key EU Directives
Germany faces criticism for delaying several EU directives: a two-week paid parental leave, renewable energy expansion, a higher minimum wage, and environmental protection; legal challenges and slow progress are apparent.
Germany Delays Key EU Directives
Germany faces criticism for delaying several EU directives: a two-week paid parental leave, renewable energy expansion, a higher minimum wage, and environmental protection; legal challenges and slow progress are apparent.
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48% Bias Score
£55m Childcare Subsidy Expansion in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme will expand to include primary school children from September 2025, increasing the number of beneficiaries by 60% to roughly 24,000 children, thanks to a £55 million investment announced by Education Minister Paul Givan.
£55m Childcare Subsidy Expansion in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme will expand to include primary school children from September 2025, increasing the number of beneficiaries by 60% to roughly 24,000 children, thanks to a £55 million investment announced by Education Minister Paul Givan.
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40% Bias Score
Low Paternity Leave Uptake in Britain Perpetuates Gender Inequality
In Britain, only 60% of fathers take paternity leave, primarily due to low pay (£187.18/week) and limited eligibility, despite evidence showing its benefits for families and children. Campaigners advocate for improved entitlements in the employment rights bill, pushing for longer paid leave and supp...
Low Paternity Leave Uptake in Britain Perpetuates Gender Inequality
In Britain, only 60% of fathers take paternity leave, primarily due to low pay (£187.18/week) and limited eligibility, despite evidence showing its benefits for families and children. Campaigners advocate for improved entitlements in the employment rights bill, pushing for longer paid leave and supp...
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44% Bias Score
Declining US Birth Rate Prompts White House to Explore Pronatalist Policies
The U.S. faces falling birth rates, down 25% in 15 years, primarily due to declining marriage rates, prompting the White House to explore pronatalist policies like baby bonuses and fertility education, despite concerns about effectiveness and potential unintended consequences.
Declining US Birth Rate Prompts White House to Explore Pronatalist Policies
The U.S. faces falling birth rates, down 25% in 15 years, primarily due to declining marriage rates, prompting the White House to explore pronatalist policies like baby bonuses and fertility education, despite concerns about effectiveness and potential unintended consequences.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Administration Proposes $5,000 "Baby Bonus" to Counter Declining Birthrate
The Trump administration proposed a one-time $5,000 payment to new parents to combat America's declining birthrate, currently at 1.62 births per woman, significantly below the replacement level of 2.1, although experts question its effectiveness given the high cost of raising children and other econ...
Trump Administration Proposes $5,000 "Baby Bonus" to Counter Declining Birthrate
The Trump administration proposed a one-time $5,000 payment to new parents to combat America's declining birthrate, currently at 1.62 births per woman, significantly below the replacement level of 2.1, although experts question its effectiveness given the high cost of raising children and other econ...
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44% Bias Score
China Eases Marriage Registration, Expands Family Support
China's new marriage registration rules, effective May 10th, allow nationwide registration regardless of residency, expanding family support services and streamlining procedures via a national database; 6.106 million marriages were registered in 2024.
China Eases Marriage Registration, Expands Family Support
China's new marriage registration rules, effective May 10th, allow nationwide registration regardless of residency, expanding family support services and streamlining procedures via a national database; 6.106 million marriages were registered in 2024.
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48% Bias Score
House Republicans Divided Over Proxy Voting for New Parents
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and Rep. Brittany Pettersen are pushing for a House rule change allowing proxy voting for new parents up to 12 weeks postpartum, facing opposition from House Republicans who argue it is unconstitutional; a House vote on blocking the bill is expected Tuesday.
House Republicans Divided Over Proxy Voting for New Parents
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and Rep. Brittany Pettersen are pushing for a House rule change allowing proxy voting for new parents up to 12 weeks postpartum, facing opposition from House Republicans who argue it is unconstitutional; a House vote on blocking the bill is expected Tuesday.
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48% Bias Score
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