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Birth Rate
Why Japan's birth rate is falling and what the country is doing about it
Japan's population has been shrinking for 15 years, with huge implications for the country's economy, national defense, and culture. Now, policymakers are working to boost birth rates.
The trends behind the historically low U.S. birth rate
A CDC report shows the U.S.birth rate hovering near the record low. Dr.Thoại Ngô, a population scientist, told 60 Minutes Overtime what the data means and how the U.S. government could respond to help couples who want children.
A closer look at the decline in U.S. birth rate
New data released by the CDC shows the number of children women are having has decreased for a second year in a row. The record-level decline last year is leading to fears there may not be enough children to sustain the next generation. Dr. Jon LaPook joins to discuss.
U.S. birth rate is dropping, CDC reports
The birth rate in the U.S. is dropping, hitting an all-time low in 2024, according to new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. Dr. Joanne Stone with Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
U.S. fertility rate hits all-time low, CDC data shows
The birth rate in the U.S. dropped to a record low in 2024 with fewer than 1.6 children per woman, newly-released federal data shows.
Mammoni
Meet the "mammoni" -- the ultimate mama's boys. These Italian men in their 30s and 40s have jobs, girlfriends and disposable income, but still live at home and are waited on by their mothers. As Lesley Stahl reports, the custom may be contributing to Italy's low birthrate.
Why more couples are choosing a life without children
Some young adults say high costs, climate change and careers are holding them back. But many say they simply don't want kids.
Why some couples are choosing to be "child-free"
The U.S. fertility rate has plummeted in the last two decades and now sits near record lows, according to data released last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some young adults say high costs, climate change and careers are holding them back. But many say they simply don't want kids. Nikki Battiste reports.
The Tokyo government steps in to play matchmaker as population falls
Policymakers are worried about Japan's future as the population plummets.
Could a $5,000 "baby bonus" convince Americans to have more kids?
President Trump said that a baby bonus provided to new parents could be a "good idea." Here's how it's worked in other countries.
Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves
Black Maternal Health Week raises awareness and advocates for the improvement of maternal health outcomes within the African American community.
Russia lawmakers pass bill banning "child-free propaganda"
Facing low birth rates and an aging population, Russia is set to ban any information deemed to promote a "rejection of childbearing."
U.S. maternal mortality rate far exceeds other high-income nations. Here's why.
While the U.S. has 22 maternal deaths for every 100,000 live births, Norway has zero, according to a new report from the Commonwealth Fund.
U.S. birth rate drops to record low, ending pandemic uptick
CDC's provisional figures show a 2% decline in births from 2022 to 2023.
Why a company is offering staff a $75,000 incentive to have children
South Korean business leaders worried about the country's economic future are offering some remarkable rewards for workers willing to build families.
ICE officer relieved of duties after videos show him shoving woman to ground
An ICE officer who was captured on video pushing a woman to the ground outside an immigration court in New York City has been relieved of his duties.
Sinclair says it will bring back "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on its stations
Sinclair said it will return "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to the air on its stations Friday after it had preempted the show.
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted on 2 counts
President Trump's Justice Department has brought criminal charges against James Comey, indicting him on two counts, though a federal grand jury rejected one count.
Breaking
NYC mass shooting gunman had CTE, medical examiner finds
The gunman in the deadly Midtown Manhattan shooting, Shane Tamura, wrote about the brain disease CTE in a note obtained by investigators.
Israel's Netanyahu addresses U.N. as some delegates walk out
As Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began speaking at the U.N. General Assembly in New York, dozens of people walked out of the room in protest.
Assata Shakur dies in Cuba after decades on the run
Assata Shakur, also known as Joanne Chesimard, was convicted of murdering a state trooper in 1973 and escaped prison in 1979.
Coast Guard releases image of alleged drug boat on fire after seizures
The Coast Guard says it seized nearly 30,000 pounds of cocaine from alleged drug boats in recent weeks.
Survivor of flesh-eating bacteria says she has "more appreciation" for life
As flesh-eating bacteria cases rise across the U.S., an Alabama woman is sharing her story of surviving Vibrio and the year-long recovery ahead.
House Judiciary Democrats launch probe of Virginia U.S. attorney's ouster
Former U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert resigned a week ago. On Thursday, former FBI Director James Comey was indicted.