Keywords: Society


China records its lowest birth rate on record in 2025

China’s birth rate fell to its lowest level since records began in 1949, highlighting the depth of the country’s demographic challenges despite years of policy reforms aimed at encouraging family growth. According to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics, China registered 7.92......

Fes-Saiss Association renews its solidarity commitment with the fourth edition of “Warm winter”

The Fes-Saiss Association launched the fourth edition of its charitable initiative “Warm Winter” on Friday, January 9, 2026, reaffirming its commitment to social solidarity and support for vulnerable communities around the city of Fes. The initiative aims to reduce the harsh effects of winter......

Taiwan enters super-aged society as elderly population surpasses 20 percent

Taiwan has officially reached the status of a super-aged society, as people aged 65 and above now account for more than one-fifth of the island’s population. Recent demographic data indicate that this age group represents slightly over 20 percent of the total population by the end of 2025. The......

Over one in five South Koreans are aged 65 or older as nation becomes super-aged

South Korea’s population is increasingly aging, with more than 21% of its citizens—around 10.8 million people—aged 65 or older in 2025, according to official figures. This marks the country’s deepening status as a “super-aged society,” a classification given to nations......

Mixed marriages in Morocco: Over 7,000 police probes in 2024 amid rising trends

Morocco's Public Prosecutor's Office revealed comprehensive 2024 statistics on mixed marriages between Moroccan citizens and foreigners, emphasizing the kingdom's stringent regulatory framework under the Family Code. These unions, blending diverse cultural backgrounds, have grown amid globalization,......

Medical caravan provides healthcare services to more than 2,600 people in Khenifra

More than 2,600 people benefited from a multidisciplinary medical caravan organized over two days at the Provincial Hospital Center of Khenifra, aimed at improving access to healthcare for residents of the city and surrounding areas. The initiative was carried out by a civil society organization in......

Morocco expands hotel capacity with 43,000 new beds as tourism investment surges

Morocco has added 43,000 new hotel beds over the past two years, bringing its total accommodation capacity to more than 304,000 beds. This milestone reflects the success of the country’s 2023–2026 tourism roadmap, which emphasizes infrastructure development, sector diversification, and expanded......

Ten-Year sentence sought in appeal for French journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria

Algerian authorities have requested a ten-year prison sentence in the appeal case against French journalist Christophe Gleizes, who has been detained since late June. Gleizes was initially sentenced to seven years for “apology of terrorism” and is being tried before the Court of Appeal in......

Low lung cancer screening rates in the U.S. hinder lifesaving potential

Lung cancer screening rates in the United States remain alarmingly low, with only 18.7% of eligible adults undergoing recommended low-dose CT scans, according to a 2024 study by the American Cancer Society (ACS). These screenings, designed for adults aged 50 to 80 with significant smoking histories,......