Israeli professor at London uni gets death threats
A City University academic faces police protection after violent threats emerged online targeting his family over Middle East commentary
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London uni investigates 'terrorist' posters against academic
SOAS University faces investigation after students displayed inflammatory posters branding an Israeli scholar a 'terrorist' in escalating campus tensions over Palestine.
Indiana University Student Newspaper Faces Censorship Battle
The Indiana Daily Student faces administrative interference as university officials block publication of critical stories, sparking a fierce debate about press freedom on American campuses.
Judge quashes Koran burning conviction in free speech defence
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
Charlie Kirk's academic blacklist sparks UK free speech row
American right-wing figure Charlie Kirk launches controversial professor database, raising alarms about academic freedom and political intimidation in British higher education.
Columbia University Faces Free Speech Lawsuit Over Campus Censorship
A landmark legal challenge accuses Columbia University of suppressing pro-Palestinian speech, igniting a fierce debate about academic freedom and political bias in US higher education.
Antifa scholar Mark Bray barred from entering Spain
Rutgers University historian and antifa expert Mark Bray barred from entering Spain ahead of planned lecture, raising academic freedom concerns across Europe.
Professor faces death threats over Zionist comments
American academic Mark Bray receives violent threats following inflammatory statements about Zionists, prompting university investigation and raising concerns about academic freedom and campus safety.
Anthropology Pioneer Adrian Mayer Dies at 101
Celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Professor Adrian Mayer, whose groundbreaking fieldwork in India reshaped anthropology and illuminated complex social structures.
Harvard professor arrested at London synagogue
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.
Kansas professor resigns after Charlie Kirk event controversy
University of Kansas professor Nuchelle Chance resigns following campus uproar after Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk event, sparking academic freedom debates.
Charlie Kirk's 'Kill Colleges' Speech Divides UK Academics
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.
Trump's Nobel nomination sparks academic freedom debate
Former US President Donald Trump's surprise Nobel Peace Prize nomination for 'academic freedom' has ignited fierce debate among scholars and political commentators worldwide.
Science publishing crisis: AI 'slop' and huge profits
An investigation reveals how AI-generated research papers and soaring profit margins are pushing academic publishing toward breaking point, threatening scientific integrity worldwide.
Kash Patel cuts ties with Elon Musk over antisemitism
Former Trump administration official Kash Patel cuts business ties with Elon Musk following antisemitic content on X platform, sparking debate over free speech and hate speech boundaries.
Oxford honours first indigenous female scholar after 100 years
A century after her groundbreaking studies, Māori scholar Makereti Papakura receives long-overdue recognition from Oxford University for her pioneering anthropological work.
University AI funding frozen over diversity policies
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.
UC Berkeley celebrates 26th Nobel Prize winner
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 removes 1000+ books in HarperCollins deal
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 accused of aiding China's repression of Tibetan student
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 student arrested over Tibet research at SOAS
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.
Far-Right Podcaster Charlie Kirk Denied UK Entry
Controversial American commentator Charlie Kirk barred from entering Britain ahead of London speech, sparking debate on free speech versus hate speech boundaries.
Academic Exodus: Professors Flee US South
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.
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.
Professor 'Ashamed' After Hospital Cancels Palestinian Doctors' Event
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.
Meta Author Faces Bankruptcy After Gag Order Silences Criticism
Sarah Wynn Williams, author of 'The Meta Exposé', faces financial ruin and legal bankruptcy after Meta secured a gagging order preventing her from criticising the company. The case raises alarming questions about corporate power and free speech in the UK.
How Rampant Anger is Undermining UK Democracy
A deep dive into the toxic public discourse fuelling division across Britain. Discover why healthy debate is collapsing and what it means for our democratic future.
Charlie Kirk's Free Speech Crusade Hits British Universities
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.
Chris Kamara's powerful health battle confession
Football legend and broadcaster Chris Kamara gives a raw and emotional account of his ongoing struggle with apraxia of speech, detailing the initial fear, his diagnostic journey, and his inspiring resolve to adapt and raise awareness.
Disgraced Harvard Head Claudine Gay Attacks Successor
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.
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