Teacher exodus: 40% plan to quit within five years
Exclusive polling reveals nearly half of UK teachers plan to leave within five years amid workload pressures and government dissatisfaction, raising alarm bells for education sector.
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University of Tennessee Faces Controversy Over Senior Admin Firing
Exclusive investigation reveals Dr. Teresa Santiago's dramatic dismissal from University of Tennessee Health Science Center amid allegations of institutional retaliation and discrimination.
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.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Starmer's 50% university target echoes Blair education vision
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
Labour to reintroduce student grants axed by Tories
Keir Starmer's Labour Party pledges to reintroduce maintenance grants for university students in major policy reversal, aiming to ease cost of living pressures and boost social mobility across Britain.
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.
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.
Utah Bans Diversity Statements in University Hiring
The US state of Utah has outlawed diversity statements in public university hiring processes, a major victory for conservative activist Charlie Kirk's campaign against 'ideological litmus tests' in higher education.
UK Physics Crisis: 25% of Departments Face Closure
A major new survey by the Institute of Physics uncovers a severe crisis, with 25% of UK university physics departments at risk of shutting down due to funding shortfalls and falling student numbers, threatening the nation's scientific future.
Taliban Enforces Gender Segregation and Bans Subjects in Universities
The Taliban has issued a sweeping new directive for Afghanistan's universities, enforcing complete gender segregation, banning co-education, and prohibiting subjects deemed 'against Islamic principles'. This move drastically rolls back two decades of educ
ANU Abandons Forced Job Cuts in Major Policy Reversal
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.
Oxford Academics Forced to Use Food Banks Amid Cost of Living Crisis
An exclusive investigation reveals the hidden poverty crisis at Oxford University, where underpaid researchers and staff are turning to food banks and hardship funds to survive.
UTS axes teacher education, slashes 1000+ subjects
The University of Technology Sydney is closing its renowned teacher education programme and cutting over 1000 subjects in a drastic overhaul, citing financial pressures and a shift towards 'future-focused' disciplines.
AI Tools Crippling University Learning and Teaching
Exclusive investigation reveals how generative AI is creating a 'cognitive crutch' for students and an 'arms race' for educators in UK universities, undermining the very foundations of higher education.
Body Found at Delta State University, Classes Cancelled
Delta State University in Mississippi has cancelled all classes after a body was discovered on campus. The university community is in shock as police investigate the incident.
AI Becomes 'Essential Life Skill' in UK Universities
Exclusive insights from UK educators reveal how artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping university teaching, assessment, and the very skills students need for future careers.
Top UK Universities for Marketing & PR 2025 Revealed
Discover the UK's leading universities for Marketing and Public Relations degrees in 2025. Our expert analysis breaks down the complete league table, key trends, and what makes these institutions stand out for aspiring marketing professionals.
How to Master The Guardian University Guide 2026
Unlock the secrets of The Guardian's 2026 University League Tables. Our expert guide reveals how to interpret the data, find your ideal course, and make one of life's biggest decisions with confidence.
Guardian 2025 Education University Rankings Revealed
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Education degrees. Discover which institutions excelled in teaching, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
Julie Bishop resigns as ANU Chancellor in dramatic exit
Former Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop dramatically resigns as Chancellor of ANU, citing irreconcilable differences with Vice-Chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt over university governance and financial priorities.
Kent and Greenwich Universities announce historic merger
The University of Kent and the University of Greenwich are set to merge in a landmark deal, forming a powerful new higher education institution to rival the UK's elite. The move aims to enhance research, teaching, and regional economic impact.
Kent and Greenwich Universities in Historic Merger Talks
Exclusive: The University of Kent and the University of Greenwich are in advanced discussions over a potential 'strategic partnership', a move that could reshape higher education in South East England. The talks, described as 'exploratory', could lead to
DfE Refuses to Pay £1.2m Debt to Greenwich University
The Department for Education faces intense criticism after failing to pay the University of Greenwich over £1.2 million for a Medway campus building, sparking a major financial and political row.
Spelman President Condemns Trump's HBCU Comments
Beverly Daniel Tatum, president of the prestigious Spelman College, delivers powerful rebuke to Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Historically Black Colleges and Universities, defending their vital role in American education.
Teachers' fury over 'Nando's-style' school food ratings
The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.
Oliver: Trump's Education Plan 'Catastrophic' for UK Unis
Last Week Tonight's John Oliver delivers a blistering critique of Donald Trump's proposed reforms for UK universities, warning of a 'hostile takeover' of British higher education that could defund arts, hike fees, and import American-style campus culture
UK Universities Face Financial Collapse - Crisis Deepens
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
University of Bath EEG Society Suspended Over Shock Experiment
The University of Bath has suspended its EEG Society following a shocking incident where a student was subjected to an unauthorised 'electric shock' experiment. An internal investigation is now underway.
GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
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