aging population
Supreme Court Judge Warns of 'Civilisational Tremor' as India's Elderly Face Growing Isolation and Vulnerability
Nov 18, 2025 05:52 pm CST
Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant warns of fraying intergenerational bonds in India, urging renewed social and legal protections for senior citizens amid concerns about digital fraud, abandonment, and isolation. With elderly population projected to triple by 2050, officials emphasize that legal provisions must be complemented by compassionate family relationships and community support to ensure dignity in aging.
South Korea's Growing Funeral Industry Responds to Aging Population and Lonely Deaths
Nov 03, 2025 02:24 pm CST
South Korea's funeral industry is expanding rapidly as the country faces demographic challenges with an aging population and increasing single-person households. Young professionals are training as funeral directors while specialized cleaners handle the aftermath of "lonely deaths" - reflecting profound social changes in a nation with the highest suicide rate among developed countries.