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Thursday, 27 October, 2011

Dateline CH: A crowded but possibly more caring, sharing world

Our world is on the verge of yet another important milestone as the world population reaches the seven billion mark. While many fear the consequences of an overcrowded planet, BBC’s Imogen Foulkes sees an opportunity for a more caring, sharing world:

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NASA undated handout image shows an image of the earth taken from space. The world's population will reach seven billion on 31 October 2011, according to projections by the United Nations, which says this global milestone presents both an opportunity and a challenge for the planet. While more people are living longer and healthier lives, says the U.N., gaps between rich and poor are widening and more people than ever are vulnerable to food insecurity and water shortages. REUTERS/NASA/JHandout

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