Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
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Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Cambridge Reaches Out to Reform Over Funding Fears
Cambridge University confirms talks with Reform UK amid concerns a future government led by Nigel Farage could cut funding to elite institutions, mirroring Trump-style policies.
Northwestern University in $75m federal settlement
Northwestern University agrees a landmark $75m settlement with the US government over alleged discriminatory admissions and a hostile environment for Jewish students. Discover the details.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts
As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
London uni investigates 'terrorist' posters against academic
SOAS University faces investigation after students displayed inflammatory posters branding an Israeli scholar a 'terrorist' in escalating campus tensions over Palestine.
University tuition fees set for major increase to £9,700
Millions of students face financial strain as tuition fees are poised for their most significant increase since 2017, potentially reaching £9,700 annually amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Texas University slashes liberal arts in major overhaul
The University of Texas at Austin announces sweeping cuts to liberal arts programmes, eliminating dozens of departments including philosophy and literature in a controversial shift toward vocational education.
Critical Thinking Degrees: Never a Waste of Money
New research challenges the 'rip-off' narrative around university education, revealing how degrees that develop critical thinking skills provide lifelong value beyond mere job preparation.
SEC probes universities over foreign funding transparency
Major American universities including Texas A&M and University of Texas face federal investigation over alleged failures to disclose substantial foreign funding, particularly from China and Qatar.
MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand
The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.
University strike threat over pay could lock students out
British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.
University staff threaten strikes over pay dispute
British universities are bracing for potential staff strikes and mass resignations as a bitter pay dispute intensifies, with academics reporting they're forced to use food banks amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Oxford and UK universities suffer worst performance in decade
Shocking new data reveals Britain's top universities, including Oxford, have recorded their poorest research performance in ten years, raising serious concerns about the UK's global academic standing.
Oxford Tops Global University Rankings 2024
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
Pro-Palestinian student protests sweep UK universities
Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.
Claudia Winkleman rejected university for TV career
BBC presenter Claudia Winkleman opens up about rejecting university offers to pursue her broadcasting dreams, sharing candid thoughts on education and career paths.
University blunder led to student's tragic death
Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.
University AI funding frozen over diversity policies
Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.
Court Upholds Trump Admin's UCLA Funding Cut
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.
UK Physics Crisis: 25% of Departments Face Closure
A major new survey by the Institute of Physics uncovers a severe crisis, with 25% of UK university physics departments at risk of shutting down due to funding shortfalls and falling student numbers, threatening the nation's scientific future.
Top UK Universities Investigated for 'Social Engineering'
Durham University leads a controversial study backed by Cambridge and Oxford, aiming to diversify student intakes through 'contextual data', sparking debate on meritocracy in higher education.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
ANU Abandons Forced Job Cuts in Major Policy Reversal
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.
Oxford Academics Forced to Use Food Banks Amid Cost of Living Crisis
An exclusive investigation reveals the hidden poverty crisis at Oxford University, where underpaid researchers and staff are turning to food banks and hardship funds to survive.
UTS axes teacher education, slashes 1000+ subjects
The University of Technology Sydney is closing its renowned teacher education programme and cutting over 1000 subjects in a drastic overhaul, citing financial pressures and a shift towards 'future-focused' disciplines.
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