New NHS data reveals a dramatic 75% increase in flu hospitalisations across England, with experts warning the outbreak is accelerating faster than anticipated. Health officials urge vulnerable groups to get vaccinated immediately.
Major NHS hospitals declare critical incidents as paediatric emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with one children's hospital operating at 150% capacity.
An explosive investigation reveals how affluent families exploit every loophole, from 'learning difference' diagnoses to massive donations, to secure coveted spots at top US universities like Harvard and Yale.
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.
A damning report by the Sutton Trust reveals progress on widening Oxbridge access for state school pupils has flatlined, accusing ministers of failing to match words with action.
The UK government has quietly reintroduced pandemic measures as COVID-19 hospital admissions spike across England, placing renewed pressure on the NHS during winter months.
A groundbreaking AI tool is helping the NHS predict and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions, potentially saving millions and easing pressure on overstretched services.
The NHS is deploying a groundbreaking AI-powered app that analyses patient symptoms, drastically reducing unnecessary hospital visits and easing pressure on overwhelmed waiting lists across the UK.
Delta State University in Mississippi has cancelled all classes after a body was discovered on campus. The university community is in shock as police investigate the incident.
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
Discover the major methodological changes behind The Guardian's 2026 University Guide, focusing on graduate outcomes, student satisfaction, and social inclusion. Learn how these updates will provide a clearer picture for students choosing their future.
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The Complete University Guide 2025 unveils a dramatic new ranking for Architecture degrees. Discover which universities soared, which tumbled, and where future architects should apply.
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The Complete University Guide 2025 unveils dramatic shifts in psychology rankings. Discover which universities soared, which fell, and where to find the UK's best psychology programmes for your future career.
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.
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
The University of Cambridge is launching a major post-qualification admissions scheme, inviting students to apply based on actual A-Level results rather than predicted grades, aiming to level the playing field.
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 frustrated mother reveals her five-year-old daughter faces a month without schooling due to a controversial 'rising fives' policy and strict admission rules, highlighting a growing postcode lottery in UK education.
Exclusive: Hundreds of students at Villanova University and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have been struck down by a sudden, severe gastrointestinal illness, prompting major health investigations and campus-wide alerts.
A remarkable surge in state school admissions to Oxford and Cambridge is revealed, with Turkish-inspired educational reforms and strategic outreach programmes breaking down historic barriers to elite university access.
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