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Academic Exodus: Professors Flee US South

A quiet crisis is gripping universities across the American South as a wave of professors, citing political interference and restrictive laws, choose to leave their posts for more tolerant states.

Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza arrive in UK

A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.

NJ Governor Debate Turns Toxic as Candidates Clash

Incumbent Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican challenger Jack Ciatarelli faced off in a fiery first debate, exchanging sharp attacks on taxes, economic policy, and reproductive rights in a contest that could signal New Jersey's political direction.

Peers Clash in Historic Assisted Dying Debate

The House of Lords witnessed a passionate and deeply personal debate on assisted dying legislation, pitting former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey against prominent faith leaders. As MPs prepare for a potential Commons vote, the nation confronts this

Disgraced Harvard Head Claudine Gay Attacks Successor

Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.

Oxford University Partners With OpenAI For AI Research

In a landmark move, the University of Oxford partners with ChatGPT's creator, OpenAI, to explore the impact of AI on society. Discover how this collaboration will tackle global challenges and set new ethical standards.

Harris on standby to replace Biden in Trump debate

Exclusive: Vice President Kamala Harris is on standby to step in for President Joe Biden in a historic first should he be unable to compete in the upcoming TV debate against Donald Trump, amid intense internal preparations.

Texas Uni President Quits Over Transgender Row

The president of a Texas university steps down following intense backlash over the hiring of a professor who authored controversial papers on transgender healthcare, igniting a fierce debate on academic freedom and political influence.

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.

ANU staff strike over 'serious harm' health and safety warning

Nearly 30 academics at the Australian National University's School of Literature, Languages, and Linguistics have ceased work indefinitely following a damning health and safety report warning of 'serious harm' from chronic understaffing and excessive work

AI Tools Crippling University Learning and Teaching

Exclusive investigation reveals how generative AI is creating a 'cognitive crutch' for students and an 'arms race' for educators in UK universities, undermining the very foundations of higher education.

Telford crowned UK's smartest town after record GCSE results

Telford in Shropshire cements its status as England's smartest town after its academy trust's students achieve unprecedented GCSE success, dramatically outperforming the national average and setting a new educational benchmark.

Harvard Professor's Explosive Confrontation with MAGA Activists

A Harvard Law School professor faces intense scrutiny after a viral video showed him aggressively confronting Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA activists on campus, igniting a fierce debate about free speech, intellectual tolerance, and political bias with

Northwestern Professor Investigated Over Hamas Funding Claims

Exclusive: Ibrahim Abusharif, a professor at Northwestern University in Qatar, is under intense scrutiny after serious allegations emerged linking him to the funding of Hamas. The university has launched a review amidst growing demands for transparency.

Charlie Kirk: UK Students Could Be "Shot" for Debating Ideas

American commentator Charlie Kirk sparks fierce debate, claiming UK university culture is so hostile to free speech that students debating contentious topics could be 'shot and killed'. His warning ignites a discussion on censorship, safety, and intellect

Uni Melb Prof Fights Dismissal in Academic Freedom Case

Professor Eric Descheemaeker argues his controversial emails were protected political speech as a landmark unfair dismissal case unfolds in the Federal Court, testing the limits of academic freedom in Australia.

Tasmanian School Gardens Cultivate Student Success

Discover how a groundbreaking school garden programme in Tasmania is reaping a harvest of benefits, from improved student mental health and attendance to better academic engagement, by moving beyond simple horticulture.

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