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China Taxes Condoms Amid Declining Birth Rate

China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.

China Taxes Condoms in Bid to Reverse Falling Birth Rate

China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.

C-sections overtake vaginal births in England

NHS data reveals a historic shift: 45% of births in England are now caesareans. Explore the trends, age factors, and expert insights behind this change in maternity care.

Essential Weekend Reads: Free Birth to Beatles

Discover six compelling Guardian stories including Free Birth Society investigation, changing Beatles perceptions, and Britain's disappearing living rooms. Perfect weekend reading.

Autumn Budget 2025: Rachel Reeves' Tax Plans Revealed

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Autumn Budget with major tax changes expected. Watch live at 12:30pm as Labour faces crucial economic test. Full analysis of property, pension and income tax measures.

Rachel Reeves' High-Stakes Budget Day Revealed

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces crucial Budget day with tax U-turn and political fate hanging in balance. Live coverage and analysis of all developments from Westminster.

Women's Europa Cup Launches in 2026-27 Season

UEFA announces groundbreaking Women's Europa Cup starting 2026-27, featuring 48 teams and record prize money. Discover how this transforms European women's football.

Pregnancy drug victims demand public inquiry

Campaigners fighting for justice after anti-nausea drug Primodos caused devastating birth defects call for urgent government investigation into historic medical scandal.

Reeves won't rule out tax rises in Autumn Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting speculation as she refuses to rule out tax increases ahead of next week's crucial Autumn Budget, leaving households and businesses anxiously awaiting her announcement.

Strictly stars reveal unique baby name choice

Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell and YouTuber Joe Sugg have announced their baby's unique name, sharing the heartfelt meaning behind their choice in an emotional reveal.

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