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
Exclusive: Two of Britain's leading banks, ANZ and National Australia Bank, announce significant job cuts as part of a major operational restructuring, affecting hundreds of UK banking staff.
Northern Ireland's Ulster University leads a major probe into AI-assisted academic misconduct as institutions nationwide grapple with a rise in AI-generated coursework.
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.
Amazon has terminated hundreds of its UK delivery drivers, citing the success of its new AI-powered 'Project Cornucopia' logistics system. The move has sparked outrage from unions and raised serious questions about the future of employment in the age of a
Britain's largest newspaper publisher, Reach PLC, announces a drastic cost-cutting plan to replace hundreds of editorial roles with artificial intelligence, sparking fears for the future of local and national journalism.
Financial giant Standard Life Aberdeen announces 500 job cuts as part of a £75m cost-saving initiative, aiming to streamline operations and boost profitability.
The University of Technology Sydney can proceed with its controversial restructure after the NSW regulator lifted its order, despite ongoing union concerns over job losses and transparency.
Australian tech giant Atlassian, co-founded by billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, is laying off 5% of its staff in a strategic pivot towards artificial intelligence, impacting hundreds of employees globally.
The youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, Barron Trump, has sparked concern after being conspicuously absent from New York University's campus. Fellow students report he has not been seen since the semester began, with rumours swirling about h
The UK Government has greenlit a crucial £4.25 million support package from the Welsh Government for Tata Steel workers facing redundancy in Port Talbot, marking a significant intervention in the ongoing steel crisis.
US oil giant ConocoPhillips has announced deep cuts to its British operations, slashing a quarter of its UK workforce. The move signals a major shift in the North Sea energy landscape and raises concerns about the future of the region's oil industry.
Virginia Wesleyan University removes Jane Batten's name from its library and art village after an investigation uncovers her support for segregationist policies, marking a significant step in confronting its historical ties.
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
New data from the Bank of England shows British businesses slashed jobs at the most rapid rate in four years during summer 2025, amid weakening demand and persistent economic pressures.
Northwestern University President Michael Schill announces his resignation following intense backlash over a controversial $25 million donation from a family with ties to Donald Trump, sparking a fierce debate on academic freedom and ethical funding.
Exclusive: A damning University of Cambridge and Bournemouth University study exposes a 'devastating postcode lottery' in trauma care, with ministers urged to overhaul support for millions of sufferers.
The Trump administration has moved to sever federal funding to Harvard University, citing concerns over free speech, foreign influence, and institutional bias. This decision sends shockwaves through the academic world and raises questions about the politi
Groundbreaking UK research reveals how the body's natural process for creating proteins becomes 'clogged', leading to the motor neurone damage seen in MND, opening new avenues for treatment.
The University of Technology Sydney pauses controversial staff redundancies following formal warning from SafeWork NSW over potential psychological health risks to employees.
Exclusive: Parents and free speech advocates condemn Columbia University for severe disciplinary actions against students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, alleging a failure of due process and a chilling effect on campus activism.
The University of Bath has suspended its EEG Society following a shocking incident where a student was subjected to an unauthorised 'electric shock' experiment. An internal investigation is now underway.
The Glasgow University community is in mourning after the sudden death of 20-year-old student Rory MacDonald. Tributes pour in for the 'kind-hearted' politics and business student as friends highlight the urgent need for mental health support.
The University of Nottingham plunges into crisis as it announces up to 250 compulsory redundancies following a failed voluntary severance scheme, sparking outrage from staff and unions.
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Norfolk-based sports car manufacturer Lotus is set to cut up to 200 jobs as part of a significant restructuring plan, citing a necessary strategic pivot towards an all-electric future under its Chinese parent company, Geely.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Galway and the University of Arizona uncovers how cyclical changes in Earth's orbit and axial tilt directly impact the amount of solar energy we receive, with profound implications for understanding long-term
Meet the 12-year-old farming sensation from South Carolina who has just secured a groundbreaking university scholarship, proving that passion and purpose have no age limit.
Exclusive investigation reveals the existential threats facing US higher education and the bold, controversial reforms needed to save it from financial collapse and irrelevance.
The heartbroken family of Sophie Bruce, a first-year university student, is demanding answers after she tragically passed away in her sleep at her Nottingham Trent University halls, just hours after celebrating her father's 64th birthday.