University of Essex rockets up UK rankings in major shake-up
The University of Essex's strategic vision pays off as it rockets up the national league tables, challenging the old guard and redefining what a modern, world-class university can achieve.
The University of Essex's strategic vision pays off as it rockets up the national league tables, challenging the old guard and redefining what a modern, world-class university can achieve.
The Guardian's latest league table unveils the best UK universities for Creative Writing degrees. Discover which institutions lead the field for teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this competitive discipline.
Exclusive analysis of the Complete University Guide's 2025 rankings reveals which UK institutions are leading in dentistry, with unexpected changes and a new contender challenging the established elite.
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The definitive Guardian University Guide 2026 is out now. Discover which UK institutions have topped the rankings for your subject and find the perfect course for your future.
Toyota announces a massive $8 billion investment in its Kentucky facility, creating 700 new jobs and launching a new three-row electric SUV, signalling a major shift towards electrification.
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.
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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Exclusive: The University of Kent and the University of Greenwich are in advanced discussions over a potential 'strategic partnership', a move that could reshape higher education in South East England. The talks, described as 'exploratory', could lead to
A woman's accidental pocket-dial to her ex-husband's voicemail in Kentucky has captured a chilling conversation, allegedly exposing a plot to help a man dispose of a dead body, leading to a major police investigation.
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.
A Kentucky nurse's extraordinary encounter with an inebriated raccoon leads to a life-saving CPR attempt, showcasing remarkable compassion in an unusual wildlife emergency.
A Kentucky high school cheerleader, Laken Snelling, faces serious charges after her newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a rubbish bin. The community is in shock as details of the case emerge.
Laken Sneely, a dedicated Kentucky cheerleader, has been forced to abandon her education and cheerleading dreams after her school district enforced a controversial policy against her online business endeavours.
A Kentucky man has entered a guilty plea after his wife was tragically killed by a pack of dogs on their rural property. The court hears harrowing details of the preventable attack.
A devastating autopsy report reveals the death of Laken Snelling's newborn has been ruled a homicide. The Kentucky high school cheerleader's case takes a dark turn as police continue their investigation into this heart-breaking tragedy.
A Kentucky sheriff's deputy and a court official have been arrested and charged with murder, accused of orchestrating the killing of a man involved in a custody battle. The alleged conspiracy has sent shockwaves through the local community.
In a heart-stopping conclusion to the 150th Kentucky Derby, Mystik Dan, ridden by jockey Brian Hernandez Jr., clinches a historic win by a hair's breadth against Sierra Leone and Forever Young in one of the closest finishes in the event's storied history.
A dramatic rescue operation in the Alaskan wilderness saves a man from Kentucky after his vehicle became stranded in deep snow near the Canadian border.
Laken Snelling, a 19-year-old former competitive cheerleader from Kentucky, has faced a judge after her newborn baby was found abandoned in a neighbour's trash bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through her local community.
Shelby Vainer, a 19-year-old University of Kentucky cheerleader, made a striking appearance in court charged with reckless homicide following the drowning of her friend, 18-year-old Logan Taylor, in a late-night lake incident.
A 23-year-old former Kentucky cheerleader has been released on a £75,000 bond after her newborn baby was discovered dead inside a trash bag. The grim discovery was made by her own mother.
A University of Kentucky cheerleader and her mother face criminal charges after the body of a newborn baby was discovered concealed in a closet at their Lexington residence.
A former Kentucky beauty queen is facing shocking charges after police discovered the body of her newborn son hidden in a trash can. The grim discovery was made at her family's home, unravelling a tragic tale of concealment.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with felony sexual abuse following a brazen assault on an 81-year-old woman in Louisville, Kentucky. The disturbing incident, captured on CCTV, has sparked outrage and a police investigation.
Former Kentucky beauty queen Trinity Inman is charged with murder after her newborn son was found dead. The 22-year-old is held on a £1 million bond as harrowing details emerge.
Exclusive investigation reveals a significant gap between the New and Basic State Pensions, leaving millions of older Britons struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Exclusive report from Harrodsburg, Kentucky, where a major Apple supplier's factory is on the brink due to proposed Trump tariffs on Chinese imports, threatening hundreds of local jobs and revealing the human cost of global trade wars.