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Three novels by Nobel winner Han Kang that explain the fragile nature of South Korea

Last year, South Korea made headlines around the world for two reasons. The first was writer Han Kang’s celebrated Nobel prize for literature win in October; the second was far less positive. Late in the evening of December 3 2024, the country’s President Yoon Suk Yeol unexpectedly declared martial law…

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US biochemist researching treatment of HIV and coronaviruses wins Israel's Wolf Prize

An American biochemist whose research has helped scientists make inroads on treating coronavirus and HIV has won this year’s Wolf Prize, a major Israeli award in the arts and sciences

The Independent UK

Muhammad Yunus on picking up the pieces in Bangladesh after ‘monumental’ damage by Sheikh Hasina’s rule

Yunus is facing a huge security challenge as some police refuse to return to their posts, gang crime is rife and tensions simmer with the country’s army chief

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Scientist at Scottish university receives grant to predict fake news

A mathematician who specialises in quantifying uncertainty has won a €2 million funding award from the Italian government

The National (Scotland)

Ian Murray's words 'not compatible with pledge he signed to us', campaign boss says

SCOTTISH Secretary Ian Murray is failing to keep to a pledge he signed to work towards the abolition of nuclear weapons, the chief executive of the…

The National (Scotland)

Nobel Peace Prize winner sends message to Keir Starmer as nuclear rhetoric ramps up

A 2024 Nobel Peace Prize laureate has sent a message to Keir Starmer on nuclear weaponry – warning that victims of the weapons are being abandoned…

The National (Scotland)

Elon Musk is a proven danger to good science, but the Royal Society won’t say it. That’s why I resigned

It is vital to act, and I urge colleagues to do so. How can we stand by and laud this man while he undermines scientific integrity? asks academic and author Kit Yates

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Royal Society to meet after fellow Elon Musk accused of ‘promoting conspiracies’

An open letter alleged Mr Musk had broken the Royal Society’s code of conduct by promoting ‘unfounded conspiracy theories’.

Evening Standard

ARC suspends $870,000 grant to pro-Palestine academic Randa Abdel-Fattah, senators told

ARC chief Prof Peter Shergold defends decision at estimates hearing but is accused of bowing to allegations in ‘racist’ media

The Guardian - AU

Edinburgh University ordered to pay £1.1m to sacked academic for 'unfair dismissal'

The University of Edinburgh has been ordered to award more than £1m to a professor after an employment tribunal found she was unfairly dismissed ...

The National (Scotland)

South Asian University unveils new courses, facilities for 2025-26 session

South Asian University (SAU) Director Professor KK Aggarwal also announced expansion along with new courses, and facilities. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Outcry as Trump withdraws support for research that mentions ‘climate’

US government stripping funds from domestic and overseas research amid warnings for health and public safety

The Guardian - US

Rachel Riley replaced by 'brilliant mathematician' on Countdown

Riley is taking a short break from the Channel 4 show

Evening Standard

Royal Society urged to expel Elon Musk as fellows sign open letter

More than 1,700 academics complain about X owner’s behaviour, citing his ‘assault on scientific research’

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Tim Radford obituary

Science journalist who could make complex subjects intelligible and thrilling even to a non-specialist readership

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Nobel Laureates Oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr. For HHS Secretary

Controversy surrounds Nobel laureates opposing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s HHS Secretary nomination due to political affiliations and donations.

The National (Scotland)

Humza Yousaf challenges Michael Gove on IDF 'Nobel Prize' comment

HUMZA Yousaf has accused Michael Gove of an “utter lack of humanity” for suggesting the Israeli Defence Forces should receive a Nobel Peace…

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Alan Carling obituary

Other lives: Respected professor of sociology at the University of Bradford

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Prime Target review – this stylish thriller is like Good Will Hunting meets The Bourne Identity

Utterly preposterous and brilliant fun, Leo Woodall’s turn as a maths genius hunted by shadowy forces is glorious, confident escapism. It’s as enjoyable as it is ludicrous

The Independent UK

Rishi Sunak to take up jobs at Oxford and Stanford

The former prime minister will remain MP for Richmond and Northallerton.

The Guardian - UK

How scientists and the climate movement can work together

Letters: Dr Ol Perkins says activists have no need to overstate the case, Michael Symonds thinks academics and students worldwide need to prioritise saving the planet, and Dr Tristram Wyatt says there are groups of scientists wanting to do more

Evening Standard

Petition for Gisele Pelicot to win Nobel Peace Prize passes 125,000 signatures

In 2024, Gisele Pelicot waived the right to anonymity to speak out on behalf of other victims of sexual assault.

AAP

PhD numbers slip as students made to live 'in poverty'

Australia's future economic growth and research prospects are at risk with meagre incomes deterring prospective candidates from undertaking a PhD.

The Guardian - UK

Bangladeshi and British politics collided to bring down Tulip Siddiq

After allegations of corruption, the former government minister’s family legacy now lies in tatters in both countries, says author Salil Tripathi

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