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Global leaders urged to join initiative to fight extreme inequality

More than 1,500 academics and economists sign letter, calling growing gap between richest and poorest ‘a policy choice that can be reversed’

The Guardian - UK

Irish president Catherine Connolly awarded 'top honour' during Scotland visit

The Irish president has been awarded the Royal Society of Edinburgh's 'highest honour' during her visit to Scotland

The National (Scotland)

Turing Papers Fetch £465,400: family nearly shredded historic trove; archive now likely

In an unexpected turn of events, Alan Turing's personal papers were found among the belongings of a mathematician. These valuable manuscripts were nearly cast aside until an expert's evaluation revealed their importance. The collection ultimately fetched a remarkable price at auction in June 2025, far exceeding the auctioneers' initial expectations,…

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Meet Suborno Isaac Bari: The maths prodigy who caught Barack Obama’s attention, skipped five grades and graduated high school at 12

Suborno Isaac Bari, a 12-year-old student, graduated high school after skipping several grades. He began attending university-level classes and lecturing in India at age seven. Bari entered New York University with plans to complete his degree by age 14. His parents, both educators, inspired his ambition to teach mathematics and…

The Times of India

Donald Trump Faces Scrutiny After Claiming He Deserves a Nobel Peace Prize for Diplomatic Work

Donald Trump claims to have ended eight wars, sparking criticism. His focus on a Nobel Peace Prize overshadows ongoing Russia-Ukraine peace efforts, raising questions about his priorities.

International Business Times UK

Studies on cockroach milk and nose-blowing crowned winners of this year’s Ig Nobel Prize

Research into evolutionary history of kissing and how soil organisms break down buried underwear receive top comic science award as well

The Independent UK

Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science

Researchers have been honored for their quirky, imaginative contributions to science at the 36th annual Ig Nobel Prizes

The Independent UK

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Natural selection: women win at top science awards

A team studying aspects of domestic violence, a marine heatwave forecasting system and a solar panel recycling solution are among the Eureka Prize winners.

AAP

Rich people more likely to steal children’s sweets, finds Ig Nobel prize-winning study

We round up the winners at awards for achievements that ‘first make people laugh and then make them think’

The Guardian - UK

Singapore diplomat, Myanmar activist and Bangladeshi aid giver win Magsaysay awards

The annual Ramon Magsaysay Awards have been given to Singaporean lawyer, a Myanmar activist and a former Bangladeshi teacher

The Independent UK

Jason Arday accuser given three-month teaching ban but can continue research

Nathan Cofnas told by Ghent University to work remotely as US ambassador claims credit for lifting of suspension

The Guardian - UK

Jason Arday plagiarism accuser Nathan Cofnas faced doubts over expertise, 'far-right agenda' at Ghent

Nathan Cofnas, the academic who exposed Cambridge University Sociology professor Jason Arday’s plagiarism, faced objections from fellow academics at Ghent University over his appointment to a postdoctoral research role.

The Times of India

Ghent professors challenged expertise of Jason Arday’s plagiarism accuser

Allegations Nathan Cofnas was unqualified for Ghent role and would cause ‘negative impact’ made to senior leaders months ago

The Guardian - UK

An Oregon high-school junior remembered feeling lost during her first research internship, so she built a free student-led platform to help other teens find mentors and publish research

Inspired by her own struggles during a research internship, Riya Velhal, a driven high school junior, established StratScholar. This innovative initiative is dedicated to providing mentorship and resources that empower young researchers, particularly those in middle and high schools. By fostering accessible research experiences and honing critical research and communication…

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Jason Arday's death: Why a Ghent University academic is under probe after plagiarism accusation

Following allegations of plagiarism involving Jason Arday, Ghent University has taken action by suspending researcher Nathan Cofnas. Arday had previously resigned from his position at Cambridge University due to these contentious claims. The university emphasises its commitment to combating discrimination while upholding academic freedom. Cofnas, known for his polarising blog…

Bangkok Post

Ex-Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism scandal found dead

LONDON - Black academic Jason Arday, who resigned from the University of Cambridge last week amid a high-profile plagiarism storm that featured racism claims, was found dead Friday, the prestigious British institution confirmed.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Aung San Suu Kyi: 'I don’t believe in people just hoping. We work for what we want' and why only hope is not the answer

Aung San Suu Kyi, Burmese leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner, once observed that passive wishful thinking holds no real value if there was no action put behind it. She stated that she did not believe in people just hoping, insisting that people must work for what they want. She…

Newcastle Herald

Retired professor Alan Roberts is 96 but he isn't slowing down anytime soon

Professor Roberts has published his very first complete book.

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Evening Standard

Glasgow University to review its past appointment of Jason Arday

Jason Arday’s resignation from Cambridge followed a series of media reports alleging he plagiarised his PhD thesis.

Evening Standard

Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism Jason Arday resigns from university

It comes after the university said it had launched an investigation into professor Arday

The Guardian - UK

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AAP

More charitable opportunities for science: CSIRO head

The national science agency is lobbying philanthropists and businesses for donations as funding for research and development in Australia falls short.

The Guardian - UK

Colin Fraser obituary

Other lives: Social psychology academic attached to Churchill College, Cambridge, for half a century

The Guardian - UK

Racy short story by Alan Turing offers glimpse of ‘playful, funny, cheeky’ side

Writing from year after gross indecency arrest challenges ‘isolated mathematician’ image, says Cambridge academic

France 24

Fields medal honours four mathematicians as AI reshapes the profession

The International Mathematical Union awarded the prestigious Fields Medal to four mathematicians on Thursday, including only the third woman to receive the honour, as researchers weighed the growing impact of artificial intelligence on a field increasingly being reshaped by the technology.

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