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Warwick strengthens strategic ties with China

The University has strengthened its cooperation with China during a 10-day delegation visit led by the Vice-Chancellor, Stuart Croft. The visit to Beijing and Shanghai enhanced research and embraced the achievements of Warwick’s alumni as a continuation of Warwick’s 60th anniversary celebrations. Croft also met with executives from Fudan University...
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Posted Oct. 11, 2025

Students supporting Palestine Action risk prison, universities warned

UK university students risk going to jail if they express support for the proscribed group Palestine Action, the former government advisor on political violence and disruption has warned. Lord Walney, a former British government independent adviser, said that vice-chancellors should alert students to the the penalties that could be incurred...
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Posted Jul. 30, 2025

UK student visa applications increase despite changes to post-graduation work rights

The number of UK study visa applications this year has increased by almost a third compared to last year, despite the government’s tightening of visa restrictions.  Figures from the Home Office show that, in May 2025, approximately 18,500 people applied for sponsored student visas. This marks a 19% increase compared...
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Posted Jun. 28, 2025

The experience of travelling to Iraq during the Iran-Israel War

On Friday 13 June, Israel launched a series of missiles to Iran. The missiles caused the death of at least 78 people, and wounded 320 others. This triggered the aerial war between Israel and Iran, in which both countries continually sent missiles at each other, targeting military facilities and residential...
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Posted Jun. 23, 2025

Why are food prep services so popular with international students?

Food preparation services, also known as meal prep deliveries, provide customers with pre-made meals or meal kits delivered to their homes. These meals provide convenience to the customer, as they only require microwaving before eating. I would much rather trust a chef in making a nutritious and healthy meal over...
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Posted Jun. 10, 2025

A guide through Marrakesh

Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Amazigh, Arabian, and European cultural influences, making it one of the most popular places to travel to escape the gloomy weather.   This country has recently grown in popularity among Warwick students, especially after the...
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Posted Jun. 7, 2025