Canada records its largest quarterly population drop in over five decades, a direct result of new caps on international students and non-permanent residents. Explore the data and the political divide driving this historic reversal.
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
Invasive quagga mussels are decimating Lake Geneva's ecosystem and infrastructure. Now detected in Northern Ireland, they pose a severe threat to UK waterways and biodiversity. Learn about the urgent response needed.
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
Canada's population fell by 0.2% in Q3 2025, a rare decline driven by a government crackdown on international student numbers. Explore the data and economic impacts.
A fierce debate erupts as experts clash over whether population growth or overconsumption is the primary climate driver. Discover the facts and the call for women's reproductive rights.
A landmark UK study finds 10% of people over 70 have Alzheimer's-like brain changes, meaning over 1 million could be eligible for new treatments. Discover the real-world impact.
David Ireland's compelling two-hander 'Most Favoured' at Soho Theatre explores faith and human connection after a one-night stand. Catch it until 24 January.
A five-year-old boy and a 60-year-old woman have died after a 'reckless and murderous' arson attack on a house in Edenderry, Ireland. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A Northern Ireland primary school saw 170 pupils absent in a single day due to a mutated flu strain, with the headteacher comparing it to Covid times. Learn about the surge and the vital flu vaccine rollout.
Gianluca Gaetano's late strike seals a 1-0 win for Cagliari against 10-man Roma, denying Jose Mourinho's side a chance to go level with Inter Milan at the top of Serie A.
Gardai launch murder investigation after a woman and young boy die in a house fire in Edenderry. A second woman is in hospital with serious injuries. Police appeal for witnesses.
Manchester United have turned down Roma's opening offer for Joshua Zirkzee. Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists on a permanent transfer, potentially boosting United's January budget. Read the latest on the striker's future.
Irish police investigate unidentified drones spotted during Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's Dublin trip. Security concerns rise as Taoiseach briefed. Read the latest.
First Minister John Swinney mounts a robust defence of migration's economic benefits as support for Reform UK grows ahead of May's Holyrood election. Read his full argument.
Irish police are investigating unidentified drones seen during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Dublin. The incident highlights growing European security concerns.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands lead a growing boycott of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete. Read the full statements and see which other countries are joining.
The prison population in England and Wales is now projected to reach 100,000 by March 2030, a year later than expected. New MoJ data cites policy changes and early releases easing the immediate crisis.
Vladimir Putin has dismissed a US-backed peace plan for Ukraine after meeting Donald Trump's envoys, warning Russia is "ready right now" for war with Europe. Read the latest analysis.
Vladimir Putin declares Russia prepared for conflict with Europe, while Zelenskyy awaits outcome of US-led peace negotiations in Moscow. Latest updates on the Ukraine war.
Irish politician Cara Hunter reveals how a malicious deepfake video nearly derailed her election campaign in 2022 and why she's now fighting for new laws to protect women from AI abuse.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy begins historic Ireland visit as crucial US peace talks continue. Read the latest developments in Ukraine-Russia diplomacy.
Australia's major political parties face migration policy hypocrisy as internal conflicts undermine public positions. Discover the truth behind political posturing.
Prosecutors drop rape charges against two Romanian boys, citing new evidence. The case had triggered violent race riots in Northern Ireland, causing an exodus of Roma families.
Charges of attempted rape against two teenagers, an incident that triggered significant unrest in Ballymena, have been withdrawn by the Public Prosecution Service. Learn more about the case developments.
A new UN report reveals over 80% of people now live in cities, with Jakarta becoming the world's most populous. Explore the costs and opportunities of rapid global urbanisation.
A new UN report reveals Jakarta is now the world's biggest city, with Dhaka predicted to take the top spot by 2050. Discover how London's population is set to grow.
Jakarta, Indonesia, is now the world's largest city with 42 million people. Discover how this new megacity compares to London and the global urban shift. Read more.
Cristiano Ronaldo is eligible for Portugal's World Cup opener after Fifa suspended two games of his three-match ban for a red card against the Republic of Ireland. Discover the details.
Evan Ferguson scores his first Roma goal after 13 months, helping secure a 3-1 away win against Cremonese. Teenager Ouédraogo also shines for RB Leipzig.