A major think tank predicts 2026 will mark a permanent demographic shift in the UK, with deaths exceeding births. This could mean fewer workers, higher taxes, and a renewed debate on immigration. Read the full analysis.
Explore the Grianán of Aileach, a reconstructed ringfort in Donegal, on a short winter's day. Discover its history, stunning views, and why it remains a contested yet cherished heritage site. Read the full country diary.
The Guardian has issued corrections on European ageing population statistics and clarified Alex Mahon's CBE honour. Read the full list of recent amendments and how to report errors.
The UK is set for a historic demographic shift in 2026, with deaths exceeding births. This long-term trend could mean fewer workers and higher taxes, putting immigration policy in the spotlight. Read the full analysis.
Journalist Adharanand Finn recounts his epic 10-week, 1,400-mile run around Ireland, discovering stunning landscapes, warm hospitality, and a profound personal connection to his ancestral land.
Matheus Cunha has publicly urged teammate Joshua Zirkzee to fight for his Manchester United future, despite reports the striker has agreed a January move to Roma. Read the latest from Elland Road.
Six months after violent riots targeted immigrants, Ballymena remains gripped by fear. Official silence and community patrols overshadow a fragile peace. Explore the aftermath.
Students from the north experience 'culture shock' at the University of York, leading to a revival of the Northern Society as a response to accent mockery and underrepresentation. Discover their fight for community.
The UK's ring-necked parakeet population has exploded, raising fears for native birds and bats. Scientists call for urgent research as control measures are debated.
A New Year plant hunt reveals hundreds of species, including daisies, flowering in winter due to rising temperatures. Scientists call it a clear sign of climate disruption. Discover the data.
Italy faces a severe demographic crisis with births plummeting to 379,000 in 2025. Explore the economic and social 'perfect storm' causing this collapse and its profound implications for the nation's future.
Samuel Beckett's 'Waiting for Godot' will debut in Ulster Scots in 2026 as part of a new biennale, marking a pivotal moment for the minority language and challenging celebrity-led productions.
China introduces a 13% VAT on contraceptives while exempting childcare services, aiming to reverse a declining population. Experts debate the policy's effectiveness and potential risks.
A new poll reveals a European paradox: voters know state pensions are becoming unaffordable but oppose reforms. Explore the ticking timebomb for the continent's social contract in 2026.
Florida wildlife officials declare a three-week black bear hunt a success, while animal rights groups condemn the 'heartbreaking' slaughter. Get the full story on the controversial cull.
Data reveals the UK's warmest spring on record led to higher breeding success for 14 songbird species, offering a glimmer of hope amid long-term declines for threatened wild birds. Discover the full story.
A paraglider crashed into the roof of the Lough Erne Golf Resort in Fermanagh. Fire crews performed a rope rescue to bring the man to safety. Read the full story.
Across Europe, from Paris to Madrid, protests erupt over unsustainable state pensions. Ageing populations and falling birthrates create a perfect storm, forcing governments to confront unpopular reforms. Explore the data and the deepening crisis.
Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has agreed a January move to AS Roma, with a loan-to-buy deal worth €40m set to be finalised by mid-January. Get the latest transfer news and updates.
A unique Belfast project connects people across divides to share stories and fund tolerance. Discover how community action is confronting racism and division in Northern Ireland.
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
Newly released records reveal US officials hoped Bill Clinton would not publicly shake hands with Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams during his 1995 Northern Ireland visit. Discover the diplomatic tensions.
The birth of baby Lara in Pagliara dei Marsi highlights Italy's deepening demographic crisis, with national birth rates hitting a historic low. Can policies reverse the trend?
Chelsea cannot accept Roma's loan offer for exiled defender Axel Disasi due to FIFA's foreign loan quota. The £38m signing must now seek a permanent exit in January. Read the full story.
Manchester United will allow Joshua Zirkzee to join Roma in January, but only after AFCON and with a mandatory €35m fee. Get the latest transfer news and analysis.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
AS Roma are in advanced talks to sign Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee, dealing a blow to West Ham and Leeds United's January transfer plans. Get the latest details.
A House of Lords committee warns that young people will bear the brunt of the UK's ageing population crisis, facing higher taxes and reduced services unless government acts now.
Irish actor Domhnall Gleeson is set to receive his first major Hollywood accolade, the Oscar Wilde award, in March 2025. Discover the career of this critically acclaimed yet underrated star.
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.