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.
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
A 400-year-old Dorset pub immortalised by Thomas Hardy faces controversy as new owners remove its traditional name and iconic sign, sparking local outrage and debates about heritage preservation.
Escape the winter chill at The Stag's Head in Macclesfield - a hidden gem boasting roaring fires, award-winning pies, and proper British pub atmosphere just waiting to be discovered.
Step inside the eerie time capsule of The Rising Sun in East Sussex, where perfectly preserved interiors and unfinished drinks tell haunting stories of a pub suddenly abandoned.
A Wetherspoons hotel in North Wales has been named the UK's best pub with a beach, offering stunning sea views and unbeatable value. Discover why The Palladium in Llandudno is making waves.
JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin launches fresh attack on 'unfair' business rates as the pub giant reveals impressive sales growth and expansion plans across the UK.
The British Beer and Pub Association warns that planned National Insurance increases could devastate the struggling pub sector, putting thousands of jobs at risk across the UK.
After suffering a devastating stroke that left him unable to work, Mark Hannon found new purpose by taking over The Crown Inn in Bury, creating an inspiring community success story.
The popular Wetherspoon's chain has performed a 'cleansing' ritual at its newest Westminster pub, built on the site of the old London Dungeon, to banish any lingering spirits from the property's haunted past.
The historic Skew Bridge pub in Woking, a unique Victorian relic built specifically for railway travellers, has been granted Grade II listed status, safeguarding its future.
CCTV captures the moment two serial thieves targeted a North London pub, using a clever rucksack ruse to steal hundreds of pounds in a sophisticated distraction theft.
Two men have been sentenced after launching a vile torrent of body-shaming abuse at a woman in a Cheshire pub, with one defendant also convicted of assaulting a police officer.
A UK pub landlord has instituted a strict 'no children' policy following an overwhelming number of complaints about unruly behaviour from youngsters, including running around and leaving electronic devices blaring.
A Lithuanian man travels across Europe to save a historic Irish pub from closure, creating an extraordinary tale of community and cross-continental friendship.
Residents of a quaint Yorkshire village launch a heroic campaign, raising a staggering £300,000 in just weeks to buy their local pub and save it from being turned into housing.
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.
Top Gear legends Jeremy Clarkson and James May are set to open a traditional British pub in Watlington, Oxfordshire. Discover their plans for The Rising Sun, from real ales to a 'no music' policy.
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.
Exclusive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Sports Science. Discover which institutions lead in research, facilities, and graduate prospects in this comprehensive guide.
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.
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.
Stonegate Group, the UK's largest pub operator, has placed a quarter of its 4,500-strong estate on the market in a massive restructuring effort, citing financial pressures and soaring costs.
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.