Kushner's Affinity Partners exits Warner Bros Discovery bid
Jared Kushner's private equity firm, Affinity Partners, withdraws from backing a hostile $108.4bn bid for Warner Bros Discovery. Discover the details and political implications.
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CuspAI Nears $1bn Valuation in New Funding Round
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.
Man jailed for filming girls and using AI for nude photos
A technician has been sentenced to three years for voyeurism and creating indecent AI images of underage girls from social media posts. Read the full story.
Friends and 5 Major Shows Leaving Netflix This Month
Netflix subscribers face a festive blow as Friends, The Big Bang Theory, and other hits depart the platform on December 30. Discover the full list and where to watch them next.
Charlie Kirk named President of Utah Valley University
Utah Valley University appoints conservative activist Charlie Kirk as its new president, sparking debate over academic freedom and political influence in higher education.
Netflix's $82.7bn Warner Bros Deal After Discovery Flops
Netflix plans a monumental $82.7bn takeover of Warner Bros assets. We analyse the deal and the troubled Warner Bros Discovery merger that preceded it. Read the full story.
Scientist describes 1,000+ new species in landmark career
Dr Mark Harvey has described over 1,000 new species, mostly arachnids. His taxonomic work is vital for conservation, revealing a hidden world of biodiversity. Discover his incredible legacy.
Tenured US professor fired over Gaza protests contests dismissal
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.
Netflix in exclusive talks to buy Warner Bros Discovery
Netflix is now the frontrunner to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's streaming and studio assets in a move that would reshape Hollywood. The deal includes a $5bn breakup fee.
University of Greater Manchester under fraud inquiry
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.
Titanic Explorer on Shipwrecks, Mortality, and Hope
Legendary Canadian undersea explorer Joe MacInnis, 88, shares profound insights from a life of discovery, from the Titanic to the North Pole, revealing how the 'cruel sea' is our greatest teacher. Discover his urgent message for our planet.
Friends Leaving Netflix UK – Where to Watch Next
Friends is leaving Netflix UK on December 30. Discover why it's going, the impact on fans, and where you can stream all ten seasons in the new year.
TV Host's DNA Reveals Centuries of Family History
TalkTV's Peter Cardwell used a MyHeritage DNA kit, uncovering a saga from Ulster Plantations to a great-uncle lost in WWII. Discover your own story.
First lightning discovered on Mars by NASA
NASA scientists detect electrical discharges in Martian atmosphere using Perseverance rover's instruments. Discovery could impact future human exploration and understanding of Mars climate.
Five Brain Epochs Found, But Ageing Overlooked
New Cambridge University research identifies five distinct brain development stages, yet older readers note the final two epochs receive minimal attention. Read the full analysis.
David Young, linguistics author and Welsh lover, dies at 94
Remembering David Young, the linguistics scholar whose grammar books are used worldwide and whose passion for Wales defined his long retirement in Usk. Discover his remarkable life and legacy.
Neuroscience Pioneer John Garthwaite Dies at 76
Remembering Professor John Garthwaite, the UCL neuroscientist who revolutionised our understanding of brain communication. Discover his groundbreaking nitric oxide research.
Radical Shake-Up Proposed for Rugby Transfers
Former England Sevens captain Ollie Phillips calls for Premiership Rugby to introduce player auctions and university drafts to revolutionise the sport's transfer market and boost engagement.
NHS blood cancer care move saves £700k, angers patients
King's College Hospital NHS plans to relocate haematology care from Orpington to Camberwell, saving £700k annually while patients fear longer journeys and isolation from families.
US Student 'Stabbed Girlfriend After STD Row'
Joshua Michals, 26, is on trial at the Old Bailey for the murder of Zhe Wang. The court heard he called his father before an ambulance. Follow the trial updates.
University Accused of Granting Activist Complaint Immunity
Law professor Joanna Howe claims University of Adelaide shields her from pro-choice complaints. Discover how this case tests academic freedom boundaries in UK education.
Stonehenge's Neolithic pit circle confirmed as man-made
Archaeologists prove Durrington pit circle was created by humans using novel scientific techniques. Discover how this massive prehistoric structure reveals Neolithic cosmology.
900-Year Easter Island Statue Mystery Solved
After 900 years, researchers reveal how Easter Island's massive moai statues were moved using rope-rocking method. Discover the ancient secrets of Rapa Nui engineering.
Peterlee's Budget Disappointment: Labour's Lost Stronghold
Residents of Peterlee, a former Labour stronghold now backing Reform, express deep disappointment with the Chancellor's budget, citing a lack of vision for growth and support for working people.
24 English universities at risk of market exit within year
MPs learn 50 higher education providers face market exit risk, with 24 institutions potentially stopping degrees within 12 months. Smaller colleges most vulnerable.
Liberal Arts Education Needs Market-Oriented Reform
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market demands and abandon claims of exclusive critical thinking cultivation. Discover why reform is essential for survival.
Student on trial for lover's murder in London flat
Joshua Michals, 26, denies murdering Zhe Wang, 31, in her Lewisham flat after she wrongly believed he gave her an STD. The Old Bailey trial continues.
Sir Alex Ferguson Backs 150 GCU Scholarships
Sir Alex Ferguson helps launch 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University, continuing his decade-long support that has raised over £11m.
Harvard, Yale face state department funding cuts
Dozens of elite US universities including Harvard and Yale risk losing state department research partnerships over diversity hiring practices. Discover which institutions are affected.
Brain development has five key life stages
Cambridge scientists identify five brain development eras spanning infancy to old age, with adult mode not starting until early 30s. Discover how your brain evolves.
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