Ageing

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, July 15, 2026

Ticking time bomb? Europe’s ageing population brings challenges

An ageing population poses challenges for society and the EU economy, and while migration could help, it is not the fix Europe might hope for.

EU population to peak in 2029 before long-term decline

Today there are 450.6 million people, but researchers say this will peak at 453.3 million in 2029 before a slow long-term decline.

Playing leading men in Old & Dangerous is ‘rare opportunity’, say senior actors like Chen Shucheng

Singaporean actors (clockwise from top left) Wang Yuqing, Zhu Houren, Richard Low, Chen Shucheng and Li Wenhai at a screening session for Old & Dangerous on July 13.

Community care apartments to have lower eligible age of 55, service fees reduced by up to 75%

Community care apartments come with senior-friendly fittings, such as wheelchair-accessible bathrooms and other health and community services.

Senator Lindsey Graham’s death highlights US Congress’ age issue

(From left) Senators John Cornyn, Lindsey Graham and Chuck Grassley chatting as the Senate Judiciary Committee meets to advance federal court nominees on Capitol Hill, Washington, in 2025.

Experts back regular spot checks as smaller nursing homes struggle with rising costs and standards

Smaller nursing homes should focus on active living to help mobile residents maintain their independence and delay cognitive decline.

A frozen shoulder can strike for no reason. Here’s how to fix it

People aged 40 to 60 are at higher risk of developing a frozen shoulder. Doctors do not know why.

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, July 7, 2026

Mourners attending the funeral procession for Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran, on July 6, 2026.

Commentary

Sumiko at 62: What to do when your ageing parents expect you to be their tech support

Many seniors struggle not because they are incapable of learning, but because they no longer have to.

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