Public research university in Liverpool, tracing back to 1823
Professor Jason Arday has resigned from the University of Cambridge after the university has opened an investigation into his academic qualifications and honorary appointments following media allegations of plagiarism and other disputed claims. Cambridge has said it will continue its probe and will use the findings to review senior appointment procedures and research-misconduct policy.
An 11‑year‑old girl has been found dead in the Gore Water at Gore Glen Woodland Park near Gorebridge after a search on Thursday, 6 August. Police Scotland has said the death is being treated as unexplained and inquiries are ongoing; a post‑mortem has been scheduled and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
Jason Arday, Cambridge’s youngest Black professor, has died in Battersea after resigning amid plagiarism allegations. A university probe continues into his appointment and tenure, while publishers and family condemn intensified scrutiny. The case has intensified questions about academic standards and anti-racism debates surrounding his career.
Jason Arday, Cambridge’s youngest Black professor, has been found unresponsive at his Battersea home. He resigned last week amid plagiarism allegations as Cambridge launched an independent review into his appointment and related processes. Police say the death is unexpected but not believed to be suspicious.
Rising living costs are prompting more UK students to live at home while attending university. Data show a record share of 18-year-olds are accepted to higher education, but rents and living costs are driving decisions in Scotland, Wales, and beyond. Students report commuting instead of moving into halls, while some fear missing out on campus life.
The inquest into Cambridge’s former youngest Black professor Jason Arday has opened in London after he resigned amid plagiarism allegations. Senior coroner Dr. Julian Morris has launched an investigation into his death, which his family says followed relentless media scrutiny and public accusations.
A fossil from 324 million years ago suggests insects had more legs than today and may reshape understanding of early arthropods during the hexapod gap.