population

Trinity College Dublin scientists reveal how Denisovan genes shape modern humans

Scientists have identified at least three events where genes from distinct Denisovan populations mixed with human DNA, conferring significant adaptive benefits.

Muhammad overtakes Noah as most popular baby boy name in England and Wales

This marks the first time the single spelling of the name Muhammad has topped the list without combining variations or alternative spellings.

European hedgehog classified as 'near threatened' due to sharp population decline

Once classified as "Least Concern," the species is now recognized as "potentially threatened" due to a worrying downward trend in numbers over the past decade.

Knesset committee reviews demographic growth plan for Golan Heights amid security concerns

A new Knesset committee met to discuss government plans for demographic growth in the Golan Heights amid security challenges from Hezbollah.

Not just for some: Israel is, or soon will be, home to most Jews in the world

It is clear that Israel has already become, or is about to become, home to most of the world’s Jews.

By JACOB SIVAK
16/08/2024

Plan for Israel 2050: Country to be divided into 28 small regions

The core of the plan is a shift to regional-functional planning, focusing on individuals, their needs, and daily lives.

Muslim fertility rate in Israel continues 22-year fall as Eid al-Adha approaches

Jerusalem has the highest population of Muslims in the country - with around 380 thousand people, which makes up more than a third of city's residents.

Jerusalem's population reaches one million residents in 2024

The data showed that the city had surpassed a population of one million residents information and broke down the different sectors of the population. 

A break down of Israel's population on the country's 76th Independence Day

Israel's population currently stands at 9.9 million people. When broken down into sectors, there are 7.247 million Jews, who make up 73.2% of the population, while the Arab population stands at 2.089

Israeli demography: Declining fertility, migration, and mortality

Although the increase in Israel’s population is on a downward trend, in 2022, it was still high relative to other high-income countries.

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