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China's population falls as births hit record low

China's population declines for a second consecutive year, with births dropping to the lowest level since the 1949 revolution. Explore the demographic trends and their global implications.

McGill discovery may improve IVF success rates

Researchers at McGill University have made a discovery that could significantly improve the success rates of in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. Learn how this finding may change fertility care.

Low Ridership Bus Route Costs TransLink $26 Per Passenger

A Postmedia analysis reveals the stark cost disparity in Metro Vancouver transit, with suburban shuttle routes costing over $25 per passenger while busy routes like the 99 B-Line cost under $2. Explore the data and the debate over serving low-density area

U.S. Birth Rate Hits Low: Demographer Debunks Crisis

The U.S. fertility rate has fallen to 1.6 children per woman, sparking political alarm. A leading demographer explains why the panic is overblown and what policies would actually help families.

UK Trial Asks Kids About Egg, Sperm Freezing

A controversial NHS trial will ask children as young as 10 about freezing eggs or sperm, a direct response to puberty blockers' infertility risk. The study begins in 2026.

B.C. IVF funding runs out as demand soars

British Columbia's publicly funded IVF program has exhausted its first-year budget, creating long waiting lists and uncertainty for patients. Learn about the funding shortfall and patient struggles.

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