Merseyside comic Jade Franks turned cleaning toilets at Cambridge into a Fringe First-winning show. Now, her hit 'Eat the Rich' is being developed for TV, as she fights to open doors for working-class artists.
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces fierce criticism from alumni and social mobility charities over a policy to actively recruit from elite private schools. Alastair Campbell brands the move a 'departure from reality'.
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, will target elite private schools for student recruitment, sparking accusations of 'reverse discrimination' and a 'slap in the face' for state-educated pupils. Read the full story.
Dr Nancy Perham OBE, a renowned Cambridge cell biologist and fierce advocate for women in science, has died at 89. Discover her groundbreaking career and legacy.
As southern students dominate northern campuses, northern undergraduates are creating societies to celebrate their culture and counter stereotypes. Discover how they're reclaiming their identity.
Chris Moore's life changed after a drunk-driving incident killed a cyclist. Now a psychology professor, he explores guilt's surprising power to heal relationships in his new book, 'The Power of Guilt'.
UK hospitals face a crisis as ketamine-related admissions soar by 251% since 2015, overwhelming urology departments with young patients suffering irreversible bladder damage. Experts demand urgent action.
A London journalist's 48-hour trip to Cambridge reveals stunning architecture, Harry Potter links, and a thriving food scene, sparking a desire to relocate. Discover the city's magic.
Cambridge researchers create a replica human womb lining, successfully implanting early-stage embryos. This breakthrough could transform our understanding of early pregnancy and miscarriage.
Cambridge University's trial eights saw Baby and Beans crews triumph, offering a first look at the 2026 Boat Race squads. Get the full results and athlete insights.
A suspect is in custody following a shooting at Brown University's campus in Providence, Rhode Island. The incident prompted a major police response and campus lockdown. Read the latest details.
Nathaniel Reece, 44, denies murdering fellow inmate John Mansfield at the high-security Cambridgeshire prison. A trial date has been set for June 2026. Read the latest court developments.
A grassroots student network, formed after the affirmative action ruling, is drafting a new 'academic social contract' to challenge elitism and redirect universities towards the public good. Discover their third way.
NHS figures reveal a record surge in 'super flu' H3N2 hospitalisations, up 18% in a week. See the interactive map and why health officials urge vaccination.
Flu admissions in England have surged by 18% to a record high for the season, with the NHS on 'high alert' as industrial action continues. Health chiefs urge the public to seek care when needed.
Cambridge materials science start-up CuspAI is close to a major funding injection, putting it on track for a $1bn 'unicorn' valuation. Discover how its AI aims to tackle 'forever chemicals'.
Cambridge materials science start-up CuspAI, targeting 'forever chemicals', is close to a major funding injection, putting it on track for a $1bn valuation. Discover how AI is accelerating material discovery.
A mutated flu strain is driving a severe winter crisis in England, with hospitalisations 56% higher than 2024. Experts warn of up to 8,000 patients as NHS braces for Christmas wave. Get your vaccine now.
A student unable to afford a hotel found refuge in a stranger's university dormitory. Discover how this act of kindness highlights community spirit and the cost-of-living crisis for young travellers.
Darcy Green moved to Oxford for her masters, not love. But a chance meeting with Miranda changed everything. Discover their heartwarming story of unexpected romance, from a football screening to a winter confession.
Health officials warn London faces a severe flu surge, with hospitalisations potentially tripling. Low vaccination rates leave the capital vulnerable. Book your free NHS flu jab now.
Utah Valley University appoints conservative activist Charlie Kirk as its new president, sparking debate over academic freedom and political influence in higher education.
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
David A Lindon from Dorset has set a new Guinness World Record for the smallest handmade sculpture, a piece smaller than a blood cell. Discover the incredible details.
Sang Hea Kil, a tenured professor at San José State University, is fighting her dismissal over pro-Palestinian activism, raising major concerns about academic freedom and free speech on US campuses. Read the full story.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces 98 charges including sexual assault of children. The alleged offences occurred at two Midlands hospitals between 2017 and 2021. Read the latest.
Gerri Walters, 59, shed 3st 10lbs in a year and reversed her type 2 diabetes after a distressing holiday experience. Discover how a personalised diet plan transformed her health and life.
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct and bribery. Police are also involved.
Pramod Dhakal, 49, abused his trusted community role to rape and assault seven girls and a woman. He was convicted of 25 sexual offences. Read the full story.
Professor Michael Twyman, founder of Reading University's Department of Typography & Graphic Communication, has died. Discover his legacy in design education.