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University of Michigan severs Florida ties over DEI policies

The University of Michigan has terminated multiple partnerships with Florida state institutions, citing 'deep concerns' over restrictive DEI legislation. This major academic boycott signals growing institutional resistance to policies limiting diversity i

Albanese's Secret Iran Prisoner Negotiations Revealed

Exclusive insights into the secret diplomatic efforts by Australian PM Anthony Albanese to secure the release of academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert from an Iranian prison. Discover the high-stakes negotiations and her courageous survival story.

Cracker Barrel's 'Woke' Rebrand Sparks Fury and Sales Crash

Iconic US restaurant chain Cracker Barrel faces a fierce customer backlash and plummeting sales after a drastic 'woke' rebrand alienates its conservative core base. The brand's attempt to modernise its values has been met with accusations of betrayal and

Lineker & Cates Lead BBC Boycott Over Presenter Suspension

BBC's flagship football programming descends into chaos as Gary Lineker, Kelly Cates, and a host of top presenters withdraw from broadcasts in a dramatic stand against the corporation's suspension of a key Match of the Day host, leaving schedules in disar

Kneecap's pro-Palestine chant sparks festival boycott

Irish rap group Kneecap's pro-Palestine performance at Manchester's Sounds of the City festival has ignited a firestorm, leading to a mass artist boycott and accusations of antisemitism. The controversial act, which involved waving a Palestinian flag and

The Last Dinner Party Face Boycott Calls After Glastonbury

Fresh from their Glastonbury victory, indie sensations The Last Dinner Party face a social media storm and calls for a boycott over their name's perceived political connotations. Discover the full story behind the controversy.

Mary Wallopers Cancel Festival Over Barclays' Israel Links

Irish folk band The Mary Wallopers cancels their performance at England's Victorious Festival, citing the event's sponsorship by Barclays Bank and its links to companies supplying arms to Israel. The move ignites debate on artist activism and the BDS move

Stars demand Irish government take stronger action on Gaza

Mercury Prize winner Michael Kiwanuka and comedian Chris McCausland are among hundreds of artists and cultural figures demanding Ireland take a stronger stance against Israel's actions in Gaza, citing a 'catastrophic humanitarian crisis'.

Sydney Sweeney & Halsey Slam Film Boycott Over Jeans Ad

Actress Sydney Sweeney and singer Halsey have fiercely defended their new film, 'National Anthem', against a growing boycott campaign. The controversy stems from a promotional ad featuring the stars in jeans, which critics have slammed. The duo have taken

Adin Ross Boxing Match Sparks Fan Fury and Boycott Threats

Controversial streamer Adin Ross faces a massive fan backlash and accusations of being a 'brand risk' after announcing a highly criticised boxing match against TikToker Tanner Fox. Discover why fans are threatening to boycott the event.

11-year-old maths genius aces GCSE five years early

An 11-year-old maths prodigy from the UK has achieved a top grade in his GCSE maths exam, a staggering five years ahead of his peers. Discover the incredible story of this young genius's remarkable academic feat.

UK Students Protest Trump's 'Patriotic Education' Bill

A new bill proposed by Donald Trump, which seeks to mandate 'patriotic education' and restrict foreign funding for US universities, has ignited a firestorm of protest among British students and academics, who condemn it as an attack on academic freedom an

Morgan Wallen Snubs Grammys Despite Historic Album Sales

Country music superstar Morgan Wallen was conspicuously absent from the 2024 Grammy Awards, despite his record-breaking album 'One Thing at a Time' dominating charts worldwide. The snub fuels ongoing speculation about his complex relationship with the mus

Melbourne Uni Spied on Pro-Palestine Student Protesters

Exclusive: The University of Melbourne faces a major scandal after internal documents reveal covert surveillance operations targeting pro-Palestine student protesters, raising serious questions about academic freedom and student privacy on campus.

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