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Howard University Shooting: Campus Lockdown Lifted

A shooting incident at Howard University prompted an extensive police response and campus lockdown. Authorities have now secured the scene as investigations continue into the Washington DC campus violence.

Three Shot in Oklahoma State University Dorm Attack

Chaos erupted at Oklahoma State University during homecoming celebrations as three individuals were shot in a college dormitory. Police continue their investigation into the shocking campus incident that has left the community reeling.

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.

Student killed in South Carolina campus shooting spree

A South Carolina State University student has been fatally shot in a series of campus shootings that have left the academic community in shock. Authorities are investigating multiple crime scenes as the hunt for suspects continues.

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.

Alcohol helps you speak foreign languages, says Ig Nobel winner

In a toast to quirky science, the 2024 Ig Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded to an international team for their groundbreaking study that proves a moderate amount of alcohol can indeed improve self-perceived foreign language skills. Discover the hilari

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.

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.

Scientists Warn of New FLiRT Covid Variant Risk

A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.

Palestinian Artist Cancelled by Yale in Censorship Row

Renowned Palestinian artist Samia Halaby speaks out after Yale University rescinds a major retrospective and the Munch Museum withdraws a prestigious award, igniting a fierce debate on censorship and political pressure in the art world.

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