Golden girls: do parents prefer them?
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The Economist
4.3 • 5K Ratings
🗓️ 11 June 2025
⏱️ 27 minutes
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For centuries, male children were prized as heirs and breadwinners. Now the desire to have boys is diminishing and some parents would rather have a girl. What Germany’s expanded armed forces mean for Europe. And if coffee can benefit your health, how many mugs should you consume a day?
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