The Nottingham Pub That Became a Student Second Home
A nostalgic look back at student life at Nottingham's Hand & Heart pub in the mid-90s, where quiz machines funded rounds and kebabs ended the night. Discover the rituals that defined a generation.
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35% of Students Want Reform UK Banned From Campus
A new survey reveals contradictory student attitudes to free speech, with strong support for the principle but also for banning specific political parties from speaking at universities.
Full list of council tax discounts and exemptions available
Millions could be missing out on council tax discounts or full exemptions. Check if you qualify as a pensioner, student, carer, or disabled person to reduce your bill now.
Lincoln University student found dead in canal
The body of 20-year-old student Connor Calleja was found in a Lincoln canal after he went missing following a nightclub refusal. Police do not suspect foul play.
Life Is Strange: Reunion sequel leaked for 2026
A new Life Is Strange sequel, 'Reunion', has been leaked via a PEGI rating, confirming the return of fan-favourite Chloe Price. The game is reportedly targeting a 2026 release.
Labour MPs back monthly student loan payments
Dozens of Labour MPs support a bill to switch student maintenance loans to monthly payments, aligning England with Scotland's system to help students budget. Read the full story.
New £925 Levy on International Students from 2028
UK universities face a new £925 flat tax per international student from 2028, adding pressure to institutions already at risk. Explore the impact on higher education funding and the graduate job market.
Tate Britain's 'The 90s' Exhibition: A 2026 Highlight
Tate Britain's major 2026 exhibition, 'The 90s', curated by Edward Enninful, will showcase era-defining art, fashion, and photography. Opens October 6, 2026. Plan your visit.
How to handle pressure when friends have big life changes
Advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith helps a reader reframe the pressure felt when a friend announces a pregnancy, separating life milestones from personal fulfilment.
From journalist to junior doctor at 51: Ben Collins' journey
Former ABC journalist Ben Collins recounts his transformative four-year journey to become a junior doctor at age 51, sharing the challenges and profound moments of medical training. Discover his unique story.
The 90s party that changed my career in journalism
On the verge of being fired, a London listings admin's life was transformed by a lawless, animal-loving newspaper crew at a surreal martini bar launch. Discover the night that defined a profession.
ICE's $100m Recruitment Blitz for Mass Deportations
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement launches a $100m media campaign to hire thousands, offering $50k bonuses and $60k loan forgiveness to meet aggressive 2026 deportation targets.
NCAA Rule Change Allows James Nnaji NBA Deal
The NCAA has approved a landmark rule change allowing student-athletes to sign professional contracts. Baylor's James Nnaji becomes the first beneficiary, securing an NBA deal. Read the full story.
Odeon Camden Cinema Sets Final Closing Date
Camden's historic Odeon Parkway cinema will close on 26 February 2026, ending 90 years of film. It will be replaced by the Camden Xchange development with student housing and shops.
10 Ways to Make Your Life Easier in 2026
Discover ten practical, expert-backed strategies to streamline your daily life in 2026. From tech hacks to mindset shifts, learn how to reduce stress and boost efficiency today.
New Year's Eve 1999: A Night of Hope and Dodgems at Dawn
Recalling the spontaneous joy of London's 1999 New Year's Eve, from the London Eye launch to dawn on the Dodgems. A nostalgic look back at the optimism that defined the turn of the millennium. Read the full story.
The 1990 Village TV Station That Became a Global Smash
In 1990, the Lancashire village of Waddington launched its own TV station. With homemade soaps and chaos, it captured 95% of viewers, beating Coronation Street and predicting today's YouTube era. Discover the story.
Online school boom for UK junior tennis stars
Elite junior tennis players are increasingly opting for online schooling, offering flexibility but raising questions about childhood and social development. Explore the benefits and quiet costs.
Vintage Tube photos show Bank station's 30-year transformation
Archive images from the 1990s show a grimier Bank Underground station. See how major TfL upgrades have transformed this key City hub, boosting capacity by 40%.
Body found in search for missing Lancashire student
A body believed to be missing 19-year-old Tom Dingle has been discovered in woodland. The Lancaster University student vanished two weeks ago while walking to a pub.
Student's Ant and Dec Encounter Sparks Comedy Dream
A chance meeting with TV duo Ant and Dec inspired a Nottingham University chemistry student to ditch the lab and pursue a career in comedy. Discover how one night out altered his life's path.
Chiswick Rapist Carl Royal dies in Wakefield prison
Carl Royal, the 'Chiswick Rapist' who terrorised women in West London in the 1990s, has died in HMP Wakefield while serving three life sentences. Read the full story.
Gaza student's escape to UK university amid war
Aseel Mousa, one of fewer than 100 Gazan students to reach the UK, reflects on studying in Leicester while her homeland is devastated. Read her powerful account of survival, guilt, and shattered dreams.
CCTV shows last movements of missing student Tom Dingle
Police release CCTV of missing Lancaster University student Tom Dingle, 19, last seen in Appley Bridge eight days ago. Family makes emotional plea for his return.
UK to rejoin Erasmus+ student exchange programme in 2027
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme in 2027 is celebrated as a major boost for student mobility, cultural exchange, and building a globally skilled workforce. Discover the impact.
Gaza Student Reaches UK After Visa U-Turn
Manar al-Houbi reaches the UK with her family after a Foreign Office policy reversal, but the Gaza student evacuation scheme leaves others facing impossible choices. Read the full report.
Ohio University fires coach over student affair and alcohol
Ohio University has fired head football coach Brian Smith for cause, citing an affair with an undergraduate student and alcohol-related conduct. Smith disputes the claims.
Body found in search for missing Loughborough student
A body has been recovered from the River Soar in Leicestershire, believed to be missing robotics student Aryan Sharma, 20, who vanished in November. Police are supporting his family.
Uber Eats robot hurled into hedge by students in Leeds
A Starship delivery robot for Uber Eats was damaged after being tipped over and thrown into a hedge by revellers on a famous Leeds pub crawl. Police and universities have been informed.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a glimmer of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
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