Tag: Demographics
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Why the OBR’s Fiscal Risks Report Should Shape Our Tax Debate on Electric Cars and Public Finances
Understanding the OBR’s Fiscal Risks and Sustainability Report When the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) releases its biennial Fiscal Risks and Sustainability report, it’s not merely a snapshot of the budget. It is a forward-looking map that highlights where public finances may wobble in the coming decades. For policymakers, journalists, and citizens, the document offers…
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Yarriambiack: Australia’s Fastest Shrinking Region Holds Its Ground
Yarriambiack’s Quiet Decline In Victoria’s rural north‑west, Yarriambiack Shire is home to some of Australia’s most rapidly shrinking towns. Brim, Hopetoun, Warracknabeal and a constellation of small communities are feeling the squeeze as farms consolidate, young people move away, and services fold into the memories of a once-bustling region. Official statistics frame the story: since…
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User Engagement, Demographics, and Health Status of the My ME-BYO Record: A Retrospective Study
Overview The My ME-BYO Record app, developed and managed by the Kanagawa Prefectural Government in Japan, serves as a unique public-sector mHealth tool. Launched in 2017, it records health data, medication use, and physical activity, while the ME-BYO index—introduced in 2020—visualizes an individual’s predisease state to encourage behavioral change. This retrospective study analyzes real-world data…
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Almost a Second Holocaust in Israel: The Case for Spreading Risk
Context: A Nation at a Crossroads The recent reflections on a deadly strike in Gaza, seen through the eyes of a grieving mother, underline a stark reality: the Jewish state lives under a volatile umbrella of threats. Barbara Lubliner, widow of Sgt. Arie Lubliner z”l, spoke of a message she believes her husband wanted to…
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Spread Risk: Why Israel Needs a Diverse Diaspora and Aliyah
Introduction: A call to spread risk in perilous times In a period of intensified conflict and rising anti-Semitism, people have spoken of a frightening possibility: a second Holocaust. The fragility of security reminds Jews everywhere that relying on a single homeland is not a foolproof plan. Barbara Lobeliner’s poignant words at her husband’s funeral—urging all…
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Montréal’s Population Decline: Challenges and Solutions
Introduction Montréal is facing a significant demographic challenge, with projections indicating a loss of 200,000 residents by 2030. This alarming trend brings back memories of the exodus that occurred after the 1976 election of the Parti québécois (PQ), when many Anglophones left for Toronto, and families sought refuge in suburban bungalows. The implications of such…
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Future Population Growth in Ireland: Insights and Implications
Introduction Recent reports indicate that Ireland’s population could exceed 7.5 million by 2065. This projection is significant as it highlights the country’s demographic trends and their potential economic impacts. The report, which is the first in a series published in conjunction with the upcoming Budget, provides essential insights into Ireland’s future. Current Population Trends As…