Population Paradox30 Apr 2020Why centenarians thrive in Costa RicaSome of the world’s longest-living people aren’t doing anything special to live to 100 – but that may be exactly what’s keeping them alive.30 Apr 2020Business21 Nov 2019The tiny abandoned villages for saleRural depopulation has hit the Spanish region of Galicia hard. Now some of its thousands of abandoned villages are being marketed for sale.21 Nov 2019Business15 Nov 2019How elders energise the workforceThe world is ageing. But our oldest workers could help keep the economy afloat.15 Nov 2019Business31 Oct 2019What the world will look like in 2100How will the demographic trends of today shape your world in the future? Navigate through our interactive to find out.31 Oct 2019Business31 Oct 2019Japan’s empty ‘ghost homes’With more than 20% of its population aged 70 and older and the birth rate declining, Japan has a property problem: there are more homes than people to live in them.31 Oct 2019Business29 Oct 2019Building playgrounds – but not for kidsCities around the world are adopting a long-standing feature of Chinese public parks to boost exercise among pensioners29 Oct 2019Business25 Oct 2019The city attracting 100 people an hourAcross Asia and Africa, cities are booming as dozens per hour flock to major urban centres. These are the fastest growing cities in the world.25 Oct 2019Business22 Oct 2019Should we be paid to have kids?Across Europe, birth rates are dropping. Some countries are introducing financial measures to fight the phenomenon – but can money alone make a difference?22 Oct 2019Business21 Oct 2019Why Swedes don't talk about wealthAlthough discussing your wealth feels perfectly appropriate in some parts of the world, why does it seem like nobody in Stockholm is proud of being rich?21 Oct 2019Business
