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Median age is the midpoint of a population’s age distribution; as it increases, it reflects the combined effects of longer life expectancy and declining birth rates. Photo illustrated via Canva

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad warned that young Malaysians marrying later or forgoing children is accelerating the country’s ageing population, urging encouragement of earlier marriages and larger families.

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The reality of ageing parents often falls heavily on the shoulders of their children, many of whom face not only financial pressure but also physical and emotional strain in providing round-the-clock care. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

IN today's hyperconnected digital landscape, Malaysian businesses are discovering that the key to customer hearts lies not in shouting the loudest, but in whispering the most personally relevant messages. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva

Terengganu was crowned the happiest state, scoring 8.64 in the Malaysian People's Happiness Index 2024.

Backed by RM2 billion, Sara programme is expected to benefit 22 million adults and complements existing Sara and STR aid totalling RM15 billion this year. - Bernama FILE PIX

Malaysia officially became an ageing nation in 2021, when the proportion of those aged 65 and above reached seven per cent of the total population. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only

Kelantan is projected to become an ageing state in less than a decade. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva