Category : Universities


Cambridge women's college accused of Equality Act breach

Murray Edwards College, Cambridge, faces legal scrutiny after removing 'female' signage from toilets, potentially violating the Equality Act 2010. The move has sparked debate over inclusivity versus women's rights.

21 Must-Have University Essentials for Students 2024

Heading to university? Don't waste your loan! Our expert-backed guide reveals the 21 practical, must-have items for your new student room, from tech lifesavers to kitchen kit you'll thank yourself for buying.

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.

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.

University worker sues over 'white supremacy' tree ban

A university employee at the University of Westminster is taking legal action for racial harassment after a senior manager allegedly banned the erection of a Christmas tree in November, calling it a symbol of 'white supremacy'.

Cornell MBA class sees white students become minority

In a landmark shift for elite education, Cornell University's latest MBA intake reports white students are no longer the majority, marking a historic first for the Ivy League and signalling a profound demographic transformation in top-tier business educat

Oxford students mocked Charlie Kirk assassination

Oxford University faces backlash after student union members joked about the assassination of American conservative speaker Charlie Kirk during a debate on free speech. The university has launched an investigation into the incident.

Oxbridge outside top 3 in historic university rankings shake-up

In an unprecedented shift, the London School of Economics has topped a major UK university league table, pushing Oxford and Cambridge out of the top three for the first time in history. The Complete University Guide's 2025 rankings signal a dramatic chang

Texas Uni President Quits Over Transgender Row

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.

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.

ANU staff strike over 'serious harm' health and safety warning

Nearly 30 academics at the Australian National University's School of Literature, Languages, and Linguistics have ceased work indefinitely following a damning health and safety report warning of 'serious harm' from chronic understaffing and excessive work

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.

Trump Demands Closure of Columbia University Over Protests

Former President Donald Trump has called for the immediate closure of Columbia University, labelling it a 'hotbed of hate' as pro-Palestinian protests intensify on campus. The demand comes as the Department of Justice investigates allegations of antisemit

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.

UCLA DEI Chief Suspended After Charlie Kirk Clash

The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has placed its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEI) director, Dr. Tabia Lee, on administrative leave following a controversial incident involving conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The suspension comes

Kamikaze Drone Flattens Ukrainian University

A Russian kamikaze drone strike has decimated a university in Ukraine's Sumy region, sparking urgent pleas from President Zelensky for Europe to establish a unified air defence system to counter the escalating terror from the skies.

UK probes Russell Group unis over potential China student cartel

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launches a formal investigation into a potential 'cartel' among prestigious Russell Group universities, including concerns over information sharing related to international student admissions, particularly

Birmingham Uni Tops UK LGBTQ+ Friendliness Survey

A major new Ipsos survey reveals the University of Birmingham is the UK's most LGBTQ+ friendly university, as national attitudes show a significant generational divide on identity and equality issues.

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