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Academics appeal Alabama DEI law ruling

Professors and students in Alabama appeal a court decision upholding a state law banning DEI initiatives in public universities, citing academic freedom concerns. Read the latest.

Study: Santas Now Young, Skinny, and Female

New research from Oregon State University reveals today's professional Santas are more diverse than ever, including women and younger people. Discover how they're redefining tradition.

Harvard dean's 'whiteness' lecture sparks police walkout

A Harvard University dean faces mounting criticism after police officers walked out of her diversity training that labelled policing as 'whiteness'. The controversial session, which referenced George Floyd's death, has ignited debates about free speech an

Charlie Kirk sparks fury at University of Alabama

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk faces massive student protests and faculty condemnation during explosive University of Alabama appearance, drawing criticism for his remarks on diversity and democracy.

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.

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.

Fox Host's Harvard degree sparks DEI hypocrisy claims

Fox News presenter Pete Hegseth faces allegations of hypocrisy after reports reveal he obtained a master's degree from Harvard while publicly criticising diversity initiatives at elite universities.

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.

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.

Utah Bans Diversity Statements in University Hiring

The US state of Utah has outlawed diversity statements in public university hiring processes, a major victory for conservative activist Charlie Kirk's campaign against 'ideological litmus tests' in higher education.

Cornell MBA class sees white students become minority

In a landmark shift for elite education, Cornell University's latest MBA intake reports white students are no longer the majority, marking a historic first for the Ivy League and signalling a profound demographic transformation in top-tier business educat

Charlie Kirk dies after university firing and suspension

Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has died following his controversial dismissal from a speaking tour and suspension from a university platform, sparking intense debate about campus free speech and political discourse.

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