TOKYO -- Japan's fertility rate fell for the fourth straight year, highlighting the grave challenge facing one of the world's most rapidly aging societies.
Economy
Japan fertility rate drops to the lowest level in 12 years
Number of births falls below 900,000 2 years ahead of expectations
The number of births fell across all age groups, with the decline being the most significant among women in the 25-39 age bracket.
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