Burnham urged to award £2.4bn military satellite contract to Airbus over US rival Unite union leader says giving Skynet 6 WSS contract to Lockheed Martin would be a ‘massive mistake’ The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
“Seeing people actually make music with mayonnaise and turning it into a real track has been wild. It shouldn’t work, but somehow it does”: A British university just classified mayonnaise as an instrument. And this isn’t an April Fool We’re not pulling your egg. Northumbria University has officially certified that mayonnaise can be used as an instrument MusicRadar · Apr 1
Jupiter's moons leave cold 'footprints' in the planet's auroras, James Webb Space Telescope finds Never-before-seen temperature and ion density measurements reveal that the effect of Jupiter's moons on its aurora are more complicated than scientists thought. Space · Mar 10
What will batteries of the future be made of? Four scientists discuss the options – podcast The majority of the world’s rechargeable batteries are now made using lithium-ion. Most rely on a combination of different rare earth metals such as cobalt or nickel for their electrodes. But around the world, teams of researchers are looking for alternative – and more sustainable – materials to build the… The Conversation · Jul 17, 2025
Overturning miscarriages of justice and boosting local businesses – the power of real-world university learning Northumbria University’s hands-on approach to learning is providing highly skilled graduates for the workforce and helping to drive the region’s economy The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025
From a new asthma detector to using AI responsibly – research at Northumbria University is driving change With its unprecedented climb up the research rankings, this north-east university is now producing real, research-led solutions to today’s challenges The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025
Getting in is just the start: Northumbria University’s ambitious push for social mobility Getting more school-age children to believe university is a genuine option and giving them the confidence to pursue highly skilled work at the end of it, is key to the north-east university’s focus on turning potential into success The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025
‘We put our money where our mouth is’: how the arts are transforming the north-east of England From investing in new writers to developing a major new film studio, the region is enjoying a cultural renaissance and Northumbria University is right at the heart of it The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025
Brian Singer obituary Other lives: Art conservationist and lecturer who advised on treatment of paintings by artists including Francis Bacon and Edvard Munch The Guardian - UK · May 11, 2025
Auroras on ice giant revealed: Space photo of the day The James Webb Space Telescope has captured bright aurora activity on Neptune for the first time. Space · Mar 26, 2025
Banana bends and a well-timed coffee: 31 easy ways to jump-start your energy levels in the new year From morning drinks to bedtime sounds – and don’t forget a mid-afternoon boogie – experts share tips to help you boost your energy levels The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2024
Incredible satellite images show Greenland’s massive ice sheet melting Satellite observations have revealed the Greenland ice sheet’s rapid thinning, which has accelerated as the planet warms The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2024
How to avoid the worst of jet lag and maximize your travel time Jet lag is a problem for many travelers but there are some easy ways to adjust your body clock The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024
‘We’ve even got a Taylor Swift society’: how joining a club makes the most of your time at university Cultivating interests and hobbies outside of your degree is a surefire way to squeeze maximum friendship and fun from your student years The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2024
France 24 · Jun 10, 2024 'French voters are getting irritated about having to vote against someone rather than for' Support for France's main far-right party, the National Rally, has been climbing steadily in the past two decades, despite the long tradition of mainstream parties uniting to defeat it at the polls. But this tradition may not materialise for the upcoming elections, warns Ariane Bogain, a senior lecturer in French…
The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2024 From astronaut health to space weather: the discoveries changing our understanding of the universe Academics at Northumbria University are confident that a new £50m space research centre will benefit not just those operating beyond the stratosphere, but life on Earth too
The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2024 The human side of technology: how AI research is putting patients centre stage At Northumbria University’s centre for AI innovation, researchers have a focus on the reality of people’s lives and what technology can do to improve wellbeing
The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2024 Creating water from thin air? The university helping to decarbonise our future Experts at Northumbria University are winning millions in funding to find new ways to tackle the climate crisis, including using solar power to create water, and to train the next generation of carbon champions
The Guardian - UK · May 24, 2024 NHS future workforce: how a university is helping tackle the shortage of nurses By offering a range of routes into nursing, including a short course for more experienced applicants, Northumbria University is pulling out all the stops to attract people into vital healthcare roles
Bored Panda · May 13, 2024 Viral Video Shows Loud Rave Inside A Small Bakery: “Welcome To The UK” “What people don't realize is that in Newcastle, every club has a Greggs.” The post Viral Video Shows Loud Rave Inside A Small Bakery: “Welcome To The UK” first appeared on Bored Panda.
Woman & Home · Jan 23, 2024 Tart cherry juice is the new trending sleep aid - but does it really work? Everyone's talking about tart cherry juice for sleep right now. Here, nutritionists and specialists reveal whether it's really worth trying
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 Cats like to play fetch too, study finds Felines like to be in control of the game of fetch and respond best when they lead the play, researchers say.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023 Self-care to support: how to look after your mental health at university University life can feel overwhelming. But there is a lot of help out there to keep the pressure under control.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2023 ‘Higher education transforms lives’: the university with social mobility at its heart Young people from north-east England are among the least likely to go into higher education – here’s how Northumbria University is trying to change that
The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2023 From budgeting to bursaries: eight ways to manage your costs at university Like so many other people, students are being hard hit by the cost of living crisis – a fact that has prompted Northumbria University to step up its support for those who need a helping hand