The University of Melbourne has been crowned Australia's leading educational institution in the latest global rankings, securing its position among the world's elite universities while highlighting challenges in international student recruitment.
Imperial College London surges past Oxford and Cambridge in prestigious global rankings, marking a historic shift in UK higher education dominance.
Shocking new data reveals Britain's top universities, including Oxford, have recorded their poorest research performance in ten years, raising serious concerns about the UK's global academic standing.
Oxford University reclaims the top spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings, with Cambridge and Imperial maintaining elite positions in global top 10.
American academic Mark Bray receives violent threats following inflammatory statements about Zionists, prompting university investigation and raising concerns about academic freedom and campus safety.
A Rutgers University professor faces suspension after undisclosed involvement with conservative group Turning Point USA raises questions about academic integrity and political influence on campus.
The University of Liverpool is under fire following claims it cancelled a talk by Israeli academics, sparking accusations of discrimination and raising concerns about academic freedom in UK universities.
Leading academics sound alarm over Trump's proposed agreement that could force UK universities to adopt 'patriotic' curricula and restrict critical teaching about America.
US Department of Justice launches civil rights investigation after Montgomery officers violently detained a respected academic during a mistaken identity case, sparking national outrage.
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Professor Adrian Mayer, whose groundbreaking fieldwork in India reshaped anthropology and illuminated complex social structures.
A Harvard economics professor faces criminal charges after being caught firing a pellet gun at rats outside a Westminster synagogue in the early hours, triggering a major police response and community concern.
University of Kansas professor Nuchelle Chance resigns following campus uproar after Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk event, sparking academic freedom debates.
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's controversial call to 'kill the colleges' has ignited fierce debate about academic freedom and political influence in British higher education institutions.
Former US President Donald Trump's surprise Nobel Peace Prize nomination for 'academic freedom' has ignited fierce debate among scholars and political commentators worldwide.
An investigation reveals how AI-generated research papers and soaring profit margins are pushing academic publishing toward breaking point, threatening scientific integrity worldwide.
A century after her groundbreaking studies, Māori scholar Makereti Papakura receives long-overdue recognition from Oxford University for her pioneering anthropological work.
Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.
The University of California, Berkeley cements its status as a Nobel Prize powerhouse with its 26th laureate, joining an elite circle of institutions with multiple Nobel winners across diverse scientific fields.
Liverpool University sparks outrage by removing over 1,000 books from its library in partnership with HarperCollins, raising concerns about academic freedom and publisher influence.
SOAS faces mounting criticism after expelling Tibetan student Zhang Yadi following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign interference in UK universities.
Chinese PhD candidate Zhang Yadi faces arrest after exposing human rights concerns in Tibet, raising alarms about academic freedom and foreign influence at London's SOAS University.
A quiet crisis is gripping universities across the American South as a wave of professors, citing political interference and restrictive laws, choose to leave their posts for more tolerant states.
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.
A distinguished professor expresses profound shame after a major Australian hospital bearing her name cancels a conference featuring Palestinian medics, sparking accusations of censorship and a debate on academic freedom.
Turning Point UK's Charlie Kirk ignites a fierce debate on free speech, academic freedom, and the Americanisation of Britain's campus culture. Exclusive analysis on the implications for UK higher education.
Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.
In a landmark move, the University of Oxford partners with ChatGPT's creator, OpenAI, to explore the impact of AI on society. Discover how this collaboration will tackle global challenges and set new ethical standards.
The president of a Texas university steps down following intense backlash over the hiring of a professor who authored controversial papers on transgender healthcare, igniting a fierce debate on academic freedom and political influence.
A new cultural trend is sweeping UK secondary schools as Gen Z redefines success, blending academic diligence with social ease and emotional intelligence. Discover how the 'chill girl' is replacing outdated stereotypes.
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.