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
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.
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.
Nigel Farage's audacious 'Free Speech Bill' is exposed as a potential Trojan horse for US-style culture wars, echoing Donald Trump's tactics and threatening the very foundations of British democracy and social cohesion.
A US federal judge has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to cut federal funding for Harvard, MIT, and Penn, dismissing his claims that the universities failed to protect Jewish students as a 'thinly veiled' attack on free speech.
Senior MPs warn that Metropolitan Police investigations into politicians' statements are creating a chilling effect on democracy and free speech in Parliament.
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
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Columbia University academic Mohsen Mahdawi is under investigation and faces calls for dismissal after expressing pro-Palestinian views. The case ignites fierce debate on academic freedom, free speech, and the limits of protest on US campuses.
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.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch launches a scathing critique of Stanford University's diversity training, championing free speech and British values in a landmark transatlantic address.
Controversial political commentator Laura Loomer sets a Quran on fire in a vile stunt condemned as Islamophobic and a desperate cry for attention, sparking widespread fury and accusations of inciting hatred.
South Australia's newest Senator, Charlotte Walker, uses her powerful maiden speech to Parliament to launch a blistering attack on identity politics and 'woke ideology', calling for a renewed focus on core Australian values, free speech, and national sove
The Trump administration threatens to slash federal funding from US universities that fail to curb anti-government protests, sparking a fierce debate over free speech and academic independence.
A wedding guest's well-intentioned speech spirals into a family feud after a single, disastrously misjudged joke. Discover the cringe-worthy moment that silenced a room and shattered a celebration.
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.
AFL icon Sam Newman's speaking engagement at Deakin University is abruptly cancelled following his controversial remarks criticising the Welcome to Country ceremony, sparking a fierce national debate on free speech and cultural protocols.
New research from Scottish universities reveals how cold water swimming could help combat diabetes and obesity, offering exciting possibilities for future treatments.
Women's rights campaigners were denied service at Glasgow University's student union bar after staff claimed their signs made them feel 'unsafe'. The activists were protesting against policies they argue silence women.
Students at Emory University have filed a lawsuit claiming the institution silenced discussions on Gaza, raising concerns over academic freedom and free speech.
A Jewish student at the University of Sussex has faced criticism from peers after expressing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The incident highlights tensions on UK campuses amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Former US President Donald Trump has called for Columbia University to be stripped of federal funding following pro-Palestinian protests, sparking debate over free speech and institutional accountability.
Texas A&M University is under fire after hosting a speaker accused of making transphobic remarks, sparking protests and demands for accountability.
Columbia University sparks outrage by inviting Donald Trump to deliver a commencement speech amid ongoing campus tensions over Gaza protests.
Columbia University has suspended and banned dozens of students involved in a pro-Palestinian library protest, sparking debates over free speech and campus policies.
University employees in Brazil could be imprisoned for refusing to use a transgender student's preferred pronouns, sparking a heated debate on free speech and LGBTQ+ rights.
The White House has criticised Arizona State University after it cancelled a speech by a New York Times journalist, citing concerns over 'safety and disruption'.
The University Challenge 2025 semifinals saw Warwick and Sheffield secure their spots in the final. Get the latest updates on the intense quiz showdown and predictions for the ultimate winner.