Gaza mother forced to abandon UK scholarship over family
Amany, a Palestinian mother-of-three, faces an impossible choice: accept a prestigious UK university scholarship or leave her children behind in war-torn Gaza. Read her heartbreaking story.
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Palestinian author freed after 32 years imprisonment
After more than three decades behind bars, Palestinian writer Nasser Abu Srour has been released from Israeli custody, returning to a Gaza transformed by conflict and sharing his remarkable story of literary achievement from prison.
UK university human rights research angers Chinese students
A British university's human rights research initiative has triggered a formal complaint from Chinese students, raising concerns about academic freedom and international relations.
Labour lifts Gaza student family visa ban
The Labour government has overturned the controversial ban preventing Palestinian students from bringing their families to the UK, sparking both relief and debate about Britain's immigration policy.
DeSantis blocks H-1B visa sponsorship at Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis mandates state universities to cease H-1B visa sponsorship for international students, sparking concerns about academic freedom and economic impact on Florida's tech sector.
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.
Parent support vital for first-time university students
New research reveals family backing is the key factor helping first-year university students navigate mental health challenges and academic pressure during their critical transition to higher education.
Gaza students trapped despite UK university offers
Dozens of Palestinian students with UK university offers remain trapped in Gaza despite scholarship programmes, as political pressure mounts on the government to facilitate evacuations.
Freed Palestinian prisoners welcomed by crowds in Ramallah
Triumphant celebrations erupt in the West Bank as recently released Palestinian detainees are welcomed home by massive, emotional crowds in Ramallah.
MPs: Gaza students blocked from bringing children to UK
Cross-party MPs call on the government to address the visa crisis preventing Gaza students from bringing their children to the UK, highlighting devastating family separations and broken promises.
Barghouti breaks silence, demands prisoner release from Israeli jail
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
West Bank Christians Show Solidarity Amid Gaza Conflict
Christian communities in the occupied West Bank demonstrate remarkable unity with their Muslim neighbours, rejecting political divisions while facing increased tensions and economic hardship.
Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza to UK universities
Dozens of Palestinian students have been evacuated from Gaza to continue their studies at UK universities in a coordinated effort involving the Palestinian General Delegation and British institutions.
Starmer addresses antisemitism at Sheffield University
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer addresses disturbing antisemitic incidents at Sheffield University, where Jewish students reported being targeted with pro-Hamas slogans during campus protests.
Starmer warns students over Hamas protest plans
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer delivers a powerful message to UK students considering protests marking the October 7 Hamas attacks, urging universities to maintain order and condemning antisemitism on campuses.
Student Protests Disrupt October 7 Memorials at UK Universities
University campuses across Britain become battlegrounds as pro-Palestine demonstrators clash with Jewish students during solemn October 7 anniversary commemorations, sparking security concerns and free speech debates.
Nottingham attack hero awarded George Medal posthumously
Barnaby Webber posthumously receives Britain's highest civilian bravery award for attempting to shield Grace O'Malley-Kumar from Valdo Calocane's vicious attack in a moving ceremony honouring his extraordinary courage.
British Schoolgirls Killed in New York Coach Crash
Two teenage students from The Glenthorne High School in Sutton perish in horrific New York coach crash while on educational visit, leaving community in mourning.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
US foreign students face deportation over campus protests
Foreign students who participated in Palestinian solidarity protests face potential deportation as Trump administration deploys AI surveillance and expands ICE powers in controversial immigration overhaul.
Trump visa crackdown threatens small US colleges
American small colleges face financial turmoil as Trump administration's proposed international student restrictions could slash vital tuition revenue, forcing potential closures.
Emma Watson's secret Oxford University life revealed
Emma Watson shares her surprising journey of attending Oxford University under the radar, writing a play about her experiences of being an ordinary student away from the Hollywood spotlight.
UCL cuts international students amid visa crackdown
University College London dramatically reduces international student admissions as new government visa restrictions hit UK higher education sector, raising concerns about financial stability.
UK taxpayers fund foreign student education overseas
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK taxpayers are funding education projects for foreign students abroad as domestic services face funding crises
Personal letters boost university hopes in deprived areas
A powerful campaign using handwritten letters from graduates is transforming attitudes towards higher education in disadvantaged communities across England, with remarkable results.
Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza arrive in UK
A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.
Top 25 Items Students Wish They'd Packed for Uni
A new study reveals the surprising essentials students wish they'd packed for university, moving beyond instant noodles to include practical tech, kitchen gadgets, and wellbeing items for a smoother transition to independent life.
UK Recognises Palestinian Statehood in Historic Move
In a landmark move that reshapes Middle East policy, the United Kingdom has formally recognised Palestinian statehood. The Palestinian Ambassador to the UK gives an emotional, first reaction, marking a pivotal moment in decades of diplomacy.
Starmer condemns Trump's West Bank policy in Palestinian meeting
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has sharply criticised Donald Trump's Middle East policies during a significant meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, positioning Labour as a potential alternative to current UK government stance.
Government cracks down on 'rip-off' university courses
Ministers order UK universities to cease offering 'low-quality' courses with poor graduate outcomes, threatening fines for institutions that fail to comply with new value for money standards.
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