What’s the cost of dying around the world?
IRELAND – Death is inevitable so if you can bear to plan ahead here is what you need to know.
USA – Thinking about death isn’t doing the annuity industry any favors, but it could be the missing piece of a
UK – Adam Lee explains growth of the ‘alternative’ funeral as younger generations turn away from religion.
UK – Inquiry into end-of-life care finds some doctors carry on giving treatment to dying patients because of pressure
MEXICO – A new interpretation of cremation urns is based on pre-Hispanic funeral vessels.
UK – A wave of apps such are emerging to help people plan their own mortal passings, right down to Instagram-
USA – Demand is growing for green burial in the US. More than 64% of over 40s want eco-friendly options.
SWEDEN – Two young designers propose skyscraper cemeteries as a solution to urban overcrowding.
USA – Arizona funeral homes say the cost of cremation could soon spike because of a bill making its way through