Category : Search result: University of Tokyo


University strike threat over pay could lock students out

British universities brace for unprecedented disruption as academic staff threaten nationwide strikes over pay disputes and massive job cuts, potentially locking students out of courses during critical academic periods.

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.

Pro-Palestinian student protests sweep UK universities

Student protests demanding university divestment from Israel continue to grow across British campuses, with encampments now established at multiple institutions including Bristol, Leeds, and Newcastle.

Flight booking error adds 1,000 miles to Tokyo trip

A British traveller's dream trip to Japan turned into an unexpected global tour after a booking error added over 1,000 extra miles to his journey. Discover how his direct flight became a multi-stop marathon across Europe.

Japan Courts Wall Street Firms in Challenge to London

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, under former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's influence, is actively persuading major Wall Street firms to establish operations in Tokyo, creating new competition for London's financial dominance.

Japan: Why This Ancient Land Tops Travel Bucket Lists

From neon-lit cities to tranquil temples, Japan offers an unforgettable cultural adventure. Explore what makes this fascinating country a must-visit destination for British travellers seeking the extraordinary.

University blunder led to student's tragic death

Exclusive: Ben Corfield's parents break their silence after Cardiff University missed crucial warnings about their son's deteriorating mental health, leading to unimaginable tragedy weeks before his graduation.

Fashion icon Issey Miyake dies aged 84

The fashion industry is grieving the loss of Japanese design legend Issey Miyake, celebrated for his revolutionary pleating techniques and timeless geometric designs that transformed contemporary fashion.

NVIDIA Opens AI Research Lab in Tokyo

Tech giant NVIDIA partners with Japan's leading research organisations to establish Tokyo AI Lab, driving innovation in robotics, healthcare and autonomous systems.

Tokyo's Hidden Racism Crisis Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals the disturbing reality of racism facing foreign residents in Tokyo, with personal accounts of workplace discrimination, housing rejection, and daily prejudice in one of the world's most advanced cities.

Duchess of Edinburgh stuns in polka dots for Japan visit

The Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie, made a stylish statement in a £625 blue polka dot dress during her visit to the Princess Takamado Women's Pavilion in Tokyo, championing female empowerment and UK-Japan relations.

UK's Wayve Tests Self-Driving Tech in Tokyo with Nissan

British AI firm Wayve launches groundbreaking trials of its next-generation autonomous driving technology in central Tokyo, partnering with Nissan to test vehicles in one of the world's most complex urban environments.

Aussie Stars Dominate World Athletics Champs 2025

Exclusive photo gallery: Relive the powerful performances, emotional triumphs, and record-breaking moments of Australian track and field athletes at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.

Olyslagers leaps to high jump gold in Tokyo triumph

Australian athletics star Nicola Olyslagers clinches a dramatic high jump world title in Tokyo, while compatriot Matt Denny secures discus silver in a spectacular night for the green and gold.

Hodgkinson's Tokyo Agony Fuels Paris 2024 Gold Dream

British athletics sensation Keely Hodgkinson reflects on her Olympic 800m silver medal, the pain of missing gold by a whisker, and her fierce determination to go one better at the Paris 2024 Games.

Hodgkinson wins 800m silver at World Championships

British athletics star Keely Hodgkinson clinches a brilliant silver medal in a dramatic 800m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, setting a new British record and proving her status as a global track superstar.

Page 1 of 4