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Journalist debunks harmful myth about Earth's population: 'It's not just wrong — it's dangerous'

Think the planet's overheating is from overpopulation? Think again. Journalist Louisa Schneider (@louisaschneider.info) took to TikTok to debunk this popular — and dangerous — myth. "They want us to ...
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What if all of Earth’s population lived in the same skyscraper?

The curious minds at What If imagine all of Earth’s population living in the same skyscraper, exploring the logistics, social dynamics, and survival challenges of such density.
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Can population decline help address climate change?

NPR's Sarah McCammon speaks with economist and demographer Dean Spears about why he thinks depopulation isn't the answer to the global climate crisis. For many young people thinking about starting a ...
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We're nearing 'peak population.' These economists are worried

Over the past century, the world's human population has exploded from around 2 billion to 8 billion. Meanwhile, the average fertility rate has gradually declined. And if that trend continues as it has ...