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Thousands Protest University Budget Cuts in Austria
Politicsder-standardorfdie-presse+1danas14d ago4 sources

Thousands Protest University Budget Cuts in Austria

Tens of thousands of students and academics demonstrated across Austria against proposed university budget cuts. Education Minister Holzleitner attempted to calm the protests, which saw participants declare their patience had run out.

Braga Hosts Industry Summit on Competitiveness
Politicsobservador25d ago

Braga Hosts Industry Summit on Competitiveness

Entrepreneurs, managers, academics, and political decision-makers gathered in Braga for the Industry Summit to discuss the main challenges and opportunities for Portuguese companies and the economy.

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra
Culturemyjoyonline1mo ago

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra

A high-level conference on media convergence has begun in Accra, Ghana, bringing together academics, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss the future of journalism in the digital age.

Lebanese Journalist Killed in Israeli Strike Draws Condemnation
WorldBBCNYTle-monde+28Al Jazeeracbcruvle-figaroFrance 24tvn24de-volkskrantdelfi-lt+20 more1mo ago31 sources

Lebanese Journalist Killed in Israeli Strike Draws Condemnation

A Lebanese journalist was killed in an Israeli strike, prompting accusations of war crimes from Lebanese leaders and a funeral for the reporter. The incident occurred shortly before Washington talks, with reports also detailing her final moments under rubble.

Asian academics condemn Trump's interventionism
PoliticsKorea Herald1mo ago

Asian academics condemn Trump's interventionism

A group of Asian academics and civil society activists has issued a joint statement condemning what they describe as growing US interventionism and the erosion of the international order, citing recent geopolitical developments.

Commentary: Value of Leftover Blood Samples for Science
Sciencechannel-news-asia2mo ago

Commentary: Value of Leftover Blood Samples for Science

Academics from Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine highlight that leftover blood and tissue samples are valuable for gaining important medical knowledge but are frequently discarded, representing a lost opportunity for scientific advancement.

Ghana hosts IPCC meeting on people-centered climate adaptation
Environmentmyjoyonline3mo ago

Ghana hosts IPCC meeting on people-centered climate adaptation

Ghana took centre stage in climate adaptation discussions when the Environmental Protection Agency and the United Nations University – Institute of Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) hosted an IPCC outreach meeting at the Alisa Hotel in Accra. The event brought together government officials, academics, climate experts, and international development partners to explore how climate change […]

Ofcom urged to clarify if Palestine Action content should still be removed online
PoliticsThe Guardian3mo ago

Ofcom urged to clarify if Palestine Action content should still be removed online

Rights groups and experts say situation is unclear as ruling that quashed ban faces challenge from home secretary Human rights organisations, academics and writers have called on Ofcom to clarify what the high court ruling that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful will mean for online platforms pending the home secretary’s appeal against the judgment. The Metropolitan police have said that officers will no longer arrest people at protests who express support for the direct action group. B...

Observador's Industry Summit Highlights
Politicsobservador20h ago

Observador's Industry Summit Highlights

The article presents the best moments from Observador's Industry Summit, a full-day event featuring academics, entrepreneurs, managers, and political decision-makers discussing key aspects of the Portuguese economy.

France and Europe Must Transform to Face AI by 2035
Politicsle-figaro6d ago

France and Europe Must Transform to Face AI by 2035

A study by the Jacques Delors Institute, based on interviews with hundreds of companies, practitioners, and academics, outlines numerous ideas and lists the various risks Europe will face in the coming decade, urging transformation as it has become a 'digital colony' in the face of AI by 2035.

Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+104economistFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox News+96 more26d ago107 sources

Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety

The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing covered critical issues including trade, Taiwan, and Iran, with Trump stating Xi vowed no military equipment support for Iran. Discussions also touched upon potential US-China AI safety talks.

WorldTehran Times1mo ago

Academics Discussed in Tehran Times

An article from the Tehran Times focuses on the topic of academics, though specific details of the discussion are not provided in the headline.

Nicosia to Host Euro-Mediterranean CSO Conference 2026
Politicscyprus-mail1mo ago

Nicosia to Host Euro-Mediterranean CSO Conference 2026

The University of Nicosia will host the Euro-Mediterranean CSO Conference 2026 on April 23-24, bringing together civil society organizations, EU bodies, academics, and international organizations to focus on strategic cooperation and innovation.

China Honors Greek Language at Special Event
Worldnewsbeast1mo ago

China Honors Greek Language at Special Event

China hosted a special event titled "Languages as bearers of global culture: The Greek Language as a bridge of dialogue between cultures," attended by Greek academics, writers, Chinese Hellenists, and students.

Moderate Democrats plot path to victory by winning the middle
PoliticsThe Guardian3mo ago

Moderate Democrats plot path to victory by winning the middle

At the Third Way conference in Charleston, centrists debated ways to win – and were sure electoral success lies with them Joe Walsh half jumped out of his seat when discussion at the Third Way conference in Charleston turned to how Democrats sound to voters. “Tone! My God!” the former Republican congressman shouted. “The Democrats come across as, like, professors, academics, elites. I mean, my God, rip off your freaking sport coat and talk to me! Listen to me like a regular human being.” Con...

Serbian Academics Protest for University Autonomy
Politicsn1-serbiadanas20h ago2 sources

Serbian Academics Protest for University Autonomy

Members of the Serbian academic community held a protest in front of the Government building, advocating for university autonomy. They emphasized that intimidating professors teaches students that silence is safer than questioning.

Erdogan Orders Closure of Liberal Istanbul University
Worldorfdelfi-ltnaftemporiki+3Daily Star BDstockholm-cfprotothema-en19d ago6 sources

Erdogan Orders Closure of Liberal Istanbul University

Turkish President Erdoğan has ordered the closure of Bilgi University, a major private liberal university in Istanbul, leaving students and academics in uncertainty. The move has drawn international attention and criticism.

Modern Witchcraft Revival Emerges 'Out of the Broom Closet'
Culturecbc23d ago

Modern Witchcraft Revival Emerges 'Out of the Broom Closet'

Academics and witch communities note a renewed interest in spellcasting and spirituality since the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a modern witchcraft revival that is increasingly visible online and in the real world, moving the practice 'out of the broom closet'.

Novi Sad Dean Reports Professor Amid Pressure
Worlddanas26d ago

Novi Sad Dean Reports Professor Amid Pressure

The Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad has reported Professor Nevena Jevtić, signaling continued pressure on academics in the region. This incident follows ongoing concerns about academic freedom.

PM Modi Appoints Two New NITI Aayog Members
PoliticsbloombergTimes of Indiahindustan-times+2indian-expressdhaka-tribune1mo ago5 sources

PM Modi Appoints Two New NITI Aayog Members

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed two new full-time members to the NITI Aayog, India's policy think tank. The appointments are part of a revamp, with the Prime Minister citing the academics' 'rich experience'.

Workers Mark Labor Day with Protests and Wage Demands
Culturele-mondeFox Newsruv+27tagesschaufazaftonbladetder-standardirozhlasrzeczpospolitavgel-mundo+19 more1mo ago30 sources

Workers Mark Labor Day with Protests and Wage Demands

Workers in various countries, including the Philippines and Nigeria, marked Labor Day with protests and calls for higher wages amid economic challenges. Leaders acknowledged the struggles while urging continued effort from the labor force.

Novi Sad University Faces Academic Protest Over Professor Mihić's Re-election
Politicsn1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

Novi Sad University Faces Academic Protest Over Professor Mihić's Re-election

The academic community at the University of Novi Sad, supported by MASA, is protesting alleged politically motivated persecution and demanding impartiality from the Senate regarding the re-election of Professor Vladimir Mihić. Over 400 academics have written to the Senate to express their concerns and call for an end to the perceived political pressure.

Trump Predicts Swift End to Iran Conflict, Hints at Talks
WorldAPReutersBBC+100bloombergNYTwsjle-mondeNPRAl JazeeraCNNFox News+92 more1mo ago103 sources

Trump Predicts Swift End to Iran Conflict, Hints at Talks

President Trump has stated that the "war" with Iran should end "very soon," suggesting that good things are happening and that both sides may meet for talks. He also claimed Iran has agreed to surrender uranium, referring to the conflict as a "small diversion."

UEW Hosts 2026 Public Lecture Series
Culturemyjoyonline1mo ago

UEW Hosts 2026 Public Lecture Series

The University of Education, Winneba, held its 2026 Public Lecture Series on April 10, bringing together academics and industry leaders to discuss the future of education.

Culturetrinidad-express2mo ago

Young Mas Queen Balances Carnival and Academics

A young mas queen in Trinidad is reportedly focused on her upcoming Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) exams, highlighting her dedication to both cultural traditions and academic pursuits.

Grammarly removes AI Expert Review feature mimicking writers after backlash
TechnologyThe Guardian2mo ago

Grammarly removes AI Expert Review feature mimicking writers after backlash

Feature generated editing suggestions inspired by well-known authors and academics, prompting a class-action lawsuit over the use of real names without consent Grammarly has disabled a controversial AI feature that imitated the style of prominent writers and academics, and is facing a multimillion dollar lawsuit from those whose identities were used without consent. The feature, called Expert Review, used generative AI to produce feedback supposedly inspired by writers including the novelist ...

UK must double down on renewables as wars drive up energy costs, experts say
EnvironmentThe Guardian3mo ago

UK must double down on renewables as wars drive up energy costs, experts say

Fossil fuel price surge after US-Israeli attacks on Iran prompts calls to end dependence on ‘volatile’ energy source Middle East crisis live – latest updates The UK government must double down on its clean energy drive to protect bill payers from increasingly volatile fossil fuel markets in the wake of the US-Israel war on Iran, climate groups, academics and energy experts have warned. Research published on Thursday shows that the last fossil fuel energy crisis, caused by the Russian invasi...

Capital welcomes Nicosia Antiracist Festival 2026
Culturecyprus-mail3mo ago

Capital welcomes Nicosia Antiracist Festival 2026

This March, the Nicosia Antiracist Festival arrives as a free, inclusive, two-day event bringing together activists, young people, academics, media representatives, civil society organisations, artists and community members from local, national and European levels. On March 27 and 28, the University of Nicosia campus will host events and actions as the festival creates space for […]

New losses for the yen
Financenaftemporiki3mo ago

New losses for the yen

The yen fell to a two-week low against the dollar yesterday, after the Japanese government appointed two academics considered hawkish to the board of the Japanese central bank.