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4 Pepperdine students killed in Malibu collision by speeding BMW driver: officials
  • 19th Oct 2023

4 Pepperdine students killed in Malibu collision by speeding BMW driver: officials

Four Pepperdine University students were killed and two others were injured after being struck by a speeding BMW in Malibu, California. The victims were identified as Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams. The driver of the BMW, 22-year-old Fraser Michael Bohm, lost control of the vehicle and hit three parked cars, which then struck the students. Bohm was arrested for vehicular manslaughter and released pending the outcome of the investigation. The incident occurred on a dangerous stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway known as "Dead Man's Curve."

Liverpool mayor: Labour conference begins with call for positive vision
  • 9th Oct 2023

Liverpool mayor: Labour conference begins with call for positive vision

Labour's time "has come again", says Liverpool metro mayor Steve Rotheram, urging Sir Keir Starmer to set out a positive vision at the party's conference. Rotheram feels a "buzz" similar to 1996 when Tony Blair led the party to victory. He hopes to see a unified party and a positive vision for change. Rotheram also wants more control and flexibility for regional governments and is passionate about apprenticeships and skills training. The cancellation of HS2 has damaged trust in central government, but Rotheram believes a Labour government would deliver without party politics.

  • 5th Sep 2023

"Graduate students from Duke University triumph in union election with a decisive victory"

Graduate students at Duke University have won their election to unionize, forming the largest graduate student union at a private university in the South. The final vote count was 1,000 votes for the union and 131 against, with supporters receiving 88%. The university has seven days to challenge the results before they are certified. The Duke Graduate Student Union hopes to negotiate contracts with the university, focusing on issues such as equitable pay, improved benefits, and support for international students.

Struggler: Genesis Owusu's Bold Follow-Up to Hit Debut Album
  • 21st Aug 2023

Struggler: Genesis Owusu's Bold Follow-Up to Hit Debut Album

Genesis Owusu, an Australian musician, has won numerous music awards and is now releasing his second LP, "Struggler," a concept album about the life of a cockroach. The album reflects on the chaotic world and the perseverance against overwhelming forces. Owusu, born to African parents in Australia, aims to showcase his genuine and authentic music to the world.

Student Exposes Scandal Leading to Resignation of Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne
  • 21st Jul 2023

Student Exposes Scandal Leading to Resignation of Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne

Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has resigned following allegations of research misconduct. The allegations, first reported by a student newspaper, questioned the integrity of Tessier-Lavigne's research and his failure to address errors. While a report released by the university's board of trustees confirmed some of the allegations, it did not agree with the newspaper's claims of potential research fraud. Tessier-Lavigne, who had a successful career as a neuroscientist and fundraiser, joined Stanford in 2016 and helped raise billions of dollars for the university. Richard Saller, a Stanford classics professor, will serve as interim president.

Mexico's Elections on the Horizon: A Report on the Border
  • 18th Jul 2023

Mexico's Elections on the Horizon: A Report on the Border

Mexican voters in Baja California are preparing for the June 2024 elections, where they will choose a new president, replace the chamber of deputies and senate, and select local and state leaders. A nonpartisan group called Consejo Ciudadano Independiente is aiming to offer voters more choices by identifying potential candidates that could win the support of opposition parties and independent voters. The group is creating a digital platform to vet applicants and pass on their information to opposition parties. Baja California has seen a decrease in voter turnout, and the Consejo members hope to make a difference by addressing the neglect in governance.

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Discovering a Universe within the University

Do you know what's going on at your local college or university? Whether it's cutting-edge technology research, thought-provoking lectures from distinguished guests, enthralling student engagement activities or achievements worth celebrating - just envision an entire universe boxed inside the realms of a university!

The scope of news content for this topic is pretty intriguing and rich in narratives. It keeps us connected to knowledge hubs where ideas are born and wisdom thrives.

A Peek Inside the Ivory Towers

Dig under the surface, and you'll often uncover fascinating nuggets. Has there been any revolutionary academic breakthrough? Or maybe new courses offering deeper insight into today’s pressing issues like climate change?

Closer to home- are there infrastructural changes reshaping campus life? Any inspiring alumni stories lighting up young minds? Is there something notable about study abroad programs?

Lending More Than An Academic Ear

We cannot deny that universities function as vital cultural centers too right?! Catch up with exciting drama productions, musical concerts or art exhibitions happening around campus corners. Who knows when inspiration might strike!

Beyond Books And Blackboards

Sport fanatics - hang on! Be it football triumphs or cricket tournaments; sports updates have their own fan base don’t they? No wonder that competition results spark widespread interest.

You see? With such diversity standing under 'University', isn’t each day filled with countless tales unraveling from these educational fortresses certainly worth our attention?

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