UK to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange programme in 2027
The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus student exchange programme from January 2027, marking a significant shift in post-Brexit relations. Discover the details of the deal and its impact.
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15-storey student tower approved for Southwark Tube station
Plans for a 15-storey student tower above Southwark Tube station have been re-approved after the station gained Grade II-listed status. The scheme includes 429 student rooms and 44 new council homes.
Student stabbed to death on Southampton night out
Tributes paid to 'kind and talented' 18-year-old Henry Nowak, stabbed in Southampton. Two men arrested on suspicion of murder. Police appeal for witnesses.
School faces collapse after principal's assault conviction
An Indigenous boarding school in Australia faces collapse after its former principal was convicted of assaulting students. Read the full report on the scandal's devastating impact.
Student's Trip Saved by Stranger's Dormitory Offer
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.
New US Visa Restrictions Announced by Trump Administration
The Trump administration has announced a major overhaul of US visa rules, targeting high-skilled H-1B and student visas. Learn the key changes and their global impact.
Man's last-minute date change leaves woman horrified
A woman shares her shock after a date suggested meeting at his house while his son slept. She highlights the safety gap in modern dating and urges men to reconsider their plans.
Student burned alive in Vienna crypto extortion case
A 21-year-old Ukrainian student was tortured and set alight in his father's car in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects have been arrested. Read the full investigation.
Student jailed for 90 days after chicken 'rescue'
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
Ofcom fines porn firm £1m over child safety failures
Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.
Student missing for two weeks seen on CCTV before disappearance
Robotics student Aryan Sharma, 20, vanished from Loughborough. Police release footage of him running. Family makes emotional plea for his safe return.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Student Describes ICE Deportation Horror at Thanksgiving
A student recounts the terrifying ordeal of being deported to Honduras by ICE over Thanksgiving. Read his story and the legal battle that followed.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
Teacher-Led AI & Social Media Boost Learning Outcomes
New British Council research in Pakistan and Egypt shows teacher-guided AI and social media improve student learning and wellbeing. Discover the key findings and join the online event.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
NSW to halve e-bike power after fatal collision
New South Wales announces strict new e-bike regulations, halving power and speed limits, following a rider's death in a collision with a garbage truck. Read the full details.
UK aims for January deal to rejoin Erasmus scheme
The UK is negotiating to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme by 2027. A deal could be finalised by January, marking a key step in improving post-Brexit relations with Europe. Read the latest.
Genesis Cinema redevelopment plans refused by Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets councillors have unanimously rejected plans to demolish the family-run Genesis Cinema in Stepney, putting its future at risk. Owner warns of a 'dire' financial situation.
British Gas Christmas Lights Safety Advice
British Gas engineers offer five crucial safety and energy-saving tips for festive lights. Stay safe, save money, and avoid hazards this Christmas season.
reMarkable Black Friday: £50 Off Student Essential Gadgets
Students and professionals can save £50 on reMarkable's Paper Pro and reMarkable 2 bundles until 2 December. This distraction-free writing tablet helps focus and organisation.
Oxford Union President Apologises for Kirk Comments
Oxford Union president-elect George Abaraonye issues a public apology after comments appearing to celebrate the death of activist Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and fallout.
School removes mirrors over student behaviour concerns
Wey Valley Academy in Weymouth has taken down all toilet mirrors after reporting congestion and behaviour issues. Parents express outrage over the controversial decision.
Martin Lewis warns graduates on student loan repayments
Martin Lewis warns graduates will pay more in total student loans as the repayment threshold is frozen for three years. Discover the financial impact of the Autumn Budget.
London's Vision Zero road safety target at risk
New figures reveal minimal progress towards London's 2040 zero road deaths target, with just three fewer fatalities in 2024. Campaigners demand urgent action on speed limits and dangerous junctions.
Teen attacked outside Merton College, man arrested
A teenage girl was rushed to hospital after an assault outside Merton College in Morden. A man is in custody as police continue their investigation.
Student loan freeze to squeeze low-paid graduates
NUS warns a 3-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold will force graduates to repay more, sooner, potentially leaving them struggling with basic living costs. Discover the impact on new graduates.
Young Professionals Hit Hard by Labour Budget
Rachel Reeves' Budget freezes push millions into higher tax bands, with young graduates facing a 57% marginal tax rate. Discover the impact on your finances.
£5,500 Student Debt Relief Plan for Australians
Labour government introduces legislation to wipe 20% from student loans and raise repayment threshold. Discover how this cost-of-living measure affects millions.
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.
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