Cambridge college targets private schools in admissions row
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, sparks outrage with a plan to recruit from top fee-paying schools, raising fears of 'reverse discrimination' against state pupils. Read the full story.
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Cambridge college targets elite private schools for recruitment
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces backlash for a new policy targeting top private schools like Eton. Critics call it a 'slap in the face' for state-educated students. Read the full story.
Harvard Professor Leaves Over DEI Admissions Policy
Historian James Hankins departs Harvard after 40 years, alleging admissions now favour diversity over merit post-George Floyd and criticising pandemic rules. Read his full critique.
Harvard professor quits over DEI admissions, Covid rules
Historian James Hankins leaves Harvard after 40 years, citing alleged bias against 'brilliant' white males in admissions post-George Floyd and 'tyrannous' pandemic policies. Read his full critique.
Behind the Scenes at Oxford's Boat Race Trials
Exclusive look at the gruelling Trial Eights selection process for the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race. Discover the cold mornings, fierce competition, and mental battles on the Tideway.
Student recalls John Carey's 'sharp' Oxford tutorials in 1958
A former student remembers literary critic John Carey's formidable teaching at Oxford in 1958-59 and reflects on his complex relationship with the university's class consciousness. Read the full tribute.
Brown University early decision release after shooting
Brown University issued early-decision admission offers on Wednesday, days after a campus shooting left two dead and nine wounded. The Ivy League school delayed the release as the suspect remains at large. Read more on the university's response.
Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
'Rage-bait' named Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
Oxford Student Admitted Celebrating Charlie Kirk Shooting
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
Cambridge Reaches Out to Reform Over Funding Fears
Cambridge University confirms talks with Reform UK amid concerns a future government led by Nigel Farage could cut funding to elite institutions, mirroring Trump-style policies.
Northwestern University in $75m federal settlement
Northwestern University agrees a landmark $75m settlement with the US government over alleged discriminatory admissions and a hostile environment for Jewish students. Discover the details.
Oxford Union President Apologises for Charlie Kirk Remarks
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
New Forest Towns Planned for Oxford-Cambridge Corridor
The UK government has unveiled ambitious plans for new sustainable forest towns between Oxford and Cambridge, creating 40,000 homes while preserving ancient woodlands and enhancing biodiversity.
Oxford and Cambridge Launch Massive Tree-Planting Scheme
In a groundbreaking environmental move, Oxford and Cambridge universities are spearheading a massive tree-planting project that could transform the English landscape and create woodlands rivaling ancient forests.
Photo Oxford Festival Review: Captivating Visual Journey
Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
Yale expels student over fake identity admissions scam
An Ivy League student's elaborate deception unravels as Yale discovers he created a fictitious North Dakota persona to hide his Asian background, leading to his expulsion from the prestigious institution.
Harvard Campus Explosion: Suspects Flee After Detonation
Harvard University's campus was thrown into chaos after a controlled explosion led to suspects fleeing the scene. Exclusive details on the police investigation and campus lockdown.
Tory peer expelled from exclusive London gentlemen's club
Conservative peer Lord Udny-Lister faces expulsion from the prestigious Oxford and Cambridge Club following allegations of inappropriate conduct that breached the establishment's strict code of conduct.
Gov unveils Cambridge garden city expansion plan
Ministers reveal ambitious plans to transform Cambridge into a world-leading science superhub with thousands of new homes, sparking both excitement and local concerns about infrastructure and water supply.
Chinese student applications to UK universities surge 81%
New UCAS data reveals Chinese student applications to UK universities have increased by over 80% since 2019, with Oxford and Cambridge experiencing particularly high demand as international competition intensifies.
Oxford Union president-elect ousted in dramatic vote
The prestigious Oxford Union faces internal crisis as president-elect Rachel Huang is removed from her position following allegations of misconduct, sparking fierce debate among members.
Oxford Students Cheer Israeli Deaths - Gove Condemns
Cabinet Minister Michael Gove exposes disturbing campus trends as Oxford University faces criticism over students cheering Hamas attacks and institutional failure to address antisemitism.
University admissions chaos: Algorithms creating clearing nightmare
Exclusive investigation reveals how mysterious algorithms and technical glitches are creating turmoil in university admissions, leaving thousands of students in limbo during clearing season.
Oxford Union president survives no-confidence vote
Oxford Union President Luke Tryl triumphs in dramatic no-confidence vote following backlash over hosting controversial American speaker Charlie Kirk, in a heated debate that exposed deep divisions within the prestigious debating society.
Harvard Black student enrolment drops 40% after affirmative action ban
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic 40% decline in Black student enrolment at Harvard College after the Supreme Court overturned race-conscious admissions policies, sparking intense debate about diversity in elite education.
Oxford Union votes to remove second president this year
The prestigious Oxford Union faces fresh controversy as members vote to remove their second president this year, raising questions about the future of the historic debating society.
Oxford & Cambridge students launch Gaza protest camps
Students at Britain's most prestigious universities establish protest camps demanding institutional divestment from Israel amid ongoing Gaza conflict.
Cambridge drops entry requirements in access trial
Cambridge University launches groundbreaking scheme allowing students from disadvantaged backgrounds to gain places with lower A-level grades, aiming to boost diversity and accessibility in higher education.
Oxford Union president-elect ousted after Charlie Kirk death posts
The Oxford Union faces turmoil as president-elect Rufus Chuter is removed just hours after winning election, following controversial social media posts celebrating commentator Charlie Kirk's rumoured demise.
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