Italy general strike demands Gaza ceasefire
Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.
Rome and cities across Italy stand still in unprecedented national strike called by major unions protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza, with transport and schools disrupted nationwide.
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Manchester Airport faces severe disruption as 300 security and terminal staff launch strike action, demanding better pay and conditions during peak travel season.
Academic and support staff at the University of Edinburgh have launched a three-day strike in a major dispute over pay, pensions, and working conditions, causing significant disruption.
Unite the Union confirms over 250 workers at Edinburgh Airport will walk out in July in a major dispute over pay, threatening significant disruption for summer holiday travellers.
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.
France faces major disruption as public sector unions call a general strike on Thursday 13th February, protesting against austerity measures and demanding better pay and conditions.
A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.
Late-night host Stephen Colbert issues a stark warning to Hollywood studios at the 2024 Emmys, demanding they rehire striking production staff before next year's ceremony or face a potential boycott from industry stars.
The RMT union faces a massive backlash after posting a 'cheeky' holiday photo from Majorca, taunting London Underground travellers hit by a crippling 24-hour strike that brought the capital to a standstill.
Dramatic scenes unfolded following LSU's narrow defeat to Florida as a physical altercation in the tunnel allegedly involved a Gators player striking Tigers head coach Brian Kelly, sparking an SEC investigation.
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Alabama State University and the University of Virginia were plunged into lockdown after receiving chilling terror threats. Students and staff were ordered to shelter in place as law enforcement launched major security operations.
Millions of London commuters brace for severe disruption as RMT union members on the Tube and Docklands Light Railway schedule a 48-hour walkout in April over an ongoing pay dispute, threatening a complete shutdown of key services.
The University of Kent and the University of Greenwich are set to merge in a landmark deal, forming a powerful new higher education institution to rival the UK's elite. The move aims to enhance research, teaching, and regional economic impact.
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London's transport network faces major disruption as RMT union members on the Docklands Light Railway and London Underground stage a 48-hour strike over pay and conditions, crippling key commuter routes.
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
Commuters face travel chaos as RMT union members stage a 24-hour London Underground strike, shutting key stations and crippling access to major airports. Full details on affected lines and alternative travel advice.
Comprehensive guide to the upcoming London Underground strikes in June 2024. Find out which Tube lines are affected, exact dates of disruption, and essential alternative travel options for navigating the capital.
London grinds to a halt as ASLEF and RMT union strikes cripple the Tube network, causing severe disruption for millions of commuters on multiple lines throughout the week.
Commuters face travel chaos as 24-hour London Underground strike by RMT and Aslef unions brings the Tube network to a near standstill. Full list of affected lines and alternative travel advice.
Major disruption expected across London Underground as RMT union announces 48-hour strike from September 11th, followed by overtime ban, in ongoing dispute over working conditions and travel facilities.
London faces a week of severe travel disruption as ASLEF and RMT union members stage a massive Tube strike over pay and conditions, shutting down entire lines and causing major delays for millions.
A major emergency response is underway at Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary after a suspected chemical incident. Patients and staff were evacuated as specialist hazardous area teams rushed to the scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
CrossCountry train drivers to stage 24-hour strike in October over pay dispute, threatening severe disruption to long-distance rail services across Britain.