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Cardiff University announces ‘cruel’ staff and subject reductions amid financial crisis

Cardiff University, the largest university in Wales, has declared their plans to get rid of 400 academic staff, which is almost 10% of its employees. Additionally, it plans to cut subjects such as nursing, music, modern languages, ancient history, and religion and theology. Due to the university’s financial status, Vice-Chancellor...
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By , Feb. 8, 2025

Minister rejects ‘blank cheque’ funding for universities in crisis, urges reform instead

Universities Minister Jacqui Smith has rejected “blank cheque” government funding for higher education, instead warning the cash-strapped sector against “complacency”. Baroness Smith, the Minister of State for Skills, suggested that tuition fees will remain the primary source of higher education funding, in a speech delivered at an event by the...
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By , Feb. 8, 2025

Your at-home spa day 101

Self-care and wellness routines are becoming widespread and discussed all over social media. There is plenty of discourse about the ‘best’ way to spend a night in, with extensive steps and lots of products. However, at-home spa days can be simple and affordable, they should prioritise calmness and relaxation, a...
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By , Feb. 8, 2025

Arsenal Women confirm Slegers as Head Coach

Following an impressive unbeaten streak, it comes as no surprise that Arsenal have named Renée Slegers the new Head Coach of the women’s side. Initially the interim coach after Jonas Eidevall’s sudden departure last October, Slegers has proved her potential as the permanent replacement across the 11 games she oversaw...
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By , Feb. 7, 2025