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Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment

A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?

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.

Jane Austen Chat Leads to Marriage for Oxford Couple

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.

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.

High PFAS Levels Found in European Cereal Products

A new study finds concerning levels of persistent PFAS chemicals in popular cereal products across Europe, raising health alarms. Discover the findings and what they mean for consumers.

London is world's second-best tech hub, study finds

London has climbed to second place in a global ranking of top tech centres, narrowly missing the top spot to Zurich. Discover the key drivers behind the capital's rise and which cities made the top ten.

Oxford's Word of the Year 2025 is 'Rage Bait'

Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.

Tommy Gee's Century of Progressive Service

Discover the remarkable life of Tommy Gee, the colonial administrator who championed Ugandan education and helped double its secondary schools. Read his inspiring obituary.

Australian Youth Suicide Rates Rise Alarmingly

Landmark research reveals Australian youth are experiencing suicidal thoughts and self-harm at younger ages than previous generations. Learn about the critical risk factors and urgent call for intervention.

Study Debunks Trump's Immigration Raid Claims

New analysis reveals 73% of ICE detainees have no criminal convictions, contradicting Trump's claims about immigration raids targeting criminals. Discover the facts.

Computer historian Simon Lavington dies aged 85

Professor Simon Lavington, who preserved Britain's computing heritage and led youth sailing trips, has died at 85. Discover his remarkable legacy in technology and education.

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.

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.

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