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India’s fertility rate falls below replacement level: Why it matters

births per woman. So, what is behind reduced fertility? Why does it matter and what are the consequences? Here’s what we know: ## What has led to the falling fertility rate ? For decades starting

The tipping point: what happens when deaths outnumber births?

rate is 1.44. “Recent fertility declines in the UK have been especially marked in those under 30, indicating some postponement,” said Prof Melanie Channon, of the University of Bath. “However, even accounting for the trend

How pupils with special educational needs are more likely to see their schools close

declining birth rates. A recent National Audit Office (NAO) report says pupil numbers have fallen by 3% since 2018-19, and are projected to fall a further 7% in the next five years

Gaza’s unseen casualties: A surge in stillbirths and birth defects

rate of stillbirths also surged by 140 percent during the same period. Last year alone, there were 457 neonatal deaths, marking a 50 percent increase from before the war. Zaher al-Wahidi, director