'Worrying' Population Declines Are Actually A Hopeful Sign
Human population is in the news, but not for the reasons we are used to.
South Korea's population collapse is set to deepen
The plummeting number of South Koreans between 19 and 34 years old bodes ill for Seoul's desperate efforts to combat a demographic crisis.
Plummeting birth rate spells trouble for China
China's population decline coincides with slowing GDP growth and other major headwinds.
Humans face major population "correction" this century, scientist warns
"Humanity has already exceeded the long-term human carrying capacity of the earth," William Rees said.
Don't Be Fooled by UN Population Fund's Messaging Revamp
Population control is out, and #8BillionStrong is in. So says the United Nations Population Fund, the arm of the UN dedicated to global population policy.
North Carolina beach turns into jellyfish swamp as thousands wash up
Cannonball jellyfish can wash up en masse due to seasonal population blooms, resulting in thousands being seen on beaches.
Wolves on Brink of Extinction Make Major Comeback on Michigan's Isle Royale
Having dropped to a population of a mere two wolves in 2018, there are now 28 individuals on Isle Royale thanks to restoration efforts.
Putin Promises Russian Mothers $16K for Having Ten Children
The United Nations has predicted that in a worst-case scenario Russia's population could almost halve by the start of the next century.
Minnesota Girl, 11, Chases Down Giant Carp and Catches It With Bare Hands
Maddie Freese spotted the huge fish in the shallows, dove under the water, and grabbed it by the tail.
Florida Burmese Pythons to Be Hunted for Sport in Vain Bid to Halt Invasion
Florida's Python Challenge allows participants to win cash prizes for the biggest catches of the invasive species.
Elon Musk Slams Population Concerns Raised by Princes Harry and William
The Tesla CEO said the view that having "fewer kids" helps the environment is "nonsense."
Prince William Accused of Racism Over African Population Comments
William said the "human population" caused "increasing pressure on Africa's wildlife" during a speech at an awards ceremony.
Texas Leads U.S. in Uncounted From 2020 Census With 377K, Simulation Shows
The size of the Texas' simulated undercount could have repercussions, including missing out on $247 million in 2021 federal Medicaid reimbursements.
Don't Panic About Slower Population Growth
Perpetual population growth is not a long-run solution in a finite world.
A Lesson from COVID-19: Growth is Part of the Problem
It's more important than ever to ensure women the world over have the freedom and the means to make their own decisions about child-bearing.
Immigrants to Australia May Have to Avoid Sydney
The government says regional Australia is "crying out for more workers," but population experts are questioning the proposal.
Countries With Biggest Populations by the Year 2100
Thanks to their current high birth rate and young populations, African nations will shoot up the list of populous nations.
The World's Biggest Cities in 2100
The list includes many cities that westerners won't have even heard of, let alone be able to place on a map.
How the World's Population Will Change by 2050
India, with a projected population of 1.7 billion, is expected to overtake China as the world's most populous country by 2050.
Which Nations Will Suffer Most From Population Growth?
For developing nations, more people can exacerbate current problems.