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Modeling Study Links First Fleet to 1789 Smallpox Outbreak in Australia
A modeling study published July 9 concludes the British First Fleet brought smallpox to Australia in 1788. The research estimates approximately 220,000 Indigenous people died from the 1789 outbreak near Port Jackson.
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McGill Researchers Publish Gambling Disorder Treatment Study
McGill researchers published a 13-year study on gambling disorder treatment in Quebec on July 6, 2026. Findings indicate patients often require multiple interventions for long-term care.
University of Nottingham Proposes No Modern Foreign Language Degrees
University of Nottingham proposes offering no modern foreign language degrees. University of Exeter informed staff they risk redundancy.
Grace Period for UK Home Fees Ends in 2028
UK nationals in the EU will lose home fee status as a grace period concludes in 2028. They must pay international student rates and lose eligibility for United Kingdom government student loans during their studies.
Royal Canadian Geographical Society Launches Survey Of Two Wrecks
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society is undertaking an expedition to survey the Quest and the Terra Nova. Researchers use subsea imaging technology to create digital twins of the wrecks.
Phillipson Demands Tracking Improvements From Councils
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is writing to 26 councils demanding improved tracking of untracked teenagers. Approximately thirty-two thousand young people lack information while plans are expected within six months.
Kornbluth Announces New MIT Curriculum Emphasizing AI and Ethics
MIT President Sally Kornbluth announced a new curriculum emphasizing AI integration alongside moral and ethical education. She noted the initiative aims to prepare students without replacing traditional subjects.
Australian Government Halts Measures To Reduce University Fees
Australian government pauses measures to cut university fees. Arts degrees are projected to cost $50,000 until at least 2028.
Queensland Government Confirms Children Sleep In Offices
Queensland government confirmed vulnerable children slept on office floors due to housing shortages. Premier David Crisafulli stated the practice was used under his previous LNP administration.
University College London Publishes Smartphone Ban Report
University College London published a report examining perspectives on England's school smartphone ban law. Teachers and parents supported the rule while seventy-five percent of students disagreed.
Inquiry Finds System Not Set To Serve White Working-Class
Independent inquiry finds England schools not set up to serve white working-class pupils. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson calls for expanded support including childcare and transport.
Lindwer Purchases Bronze Mortar in Old City of Jerusalem
Willy Lindwer purchased a bronze mortar in Jerusalem in May 2026. Experts determined the mortar was engraved around 1805 in Marrakesh.
Report Shows Poor Students Anticipate Living at Home
Resolution Foundation report states 52% of poor area students anticipate living at home. David Willetts states financial constraints are the primary reason.
Education Cannot Wait Releases New School Crisis Report
Education Cannot Wait released a report on June 23 noting 258 million children experiencing disruptions globally. Director Maysa Jalbout called funding an insurance policy to protect families and future economic opportunity.
Nimrod Publishes Book on Florida Retirement Community
Galit Nimrod published Seniorland through Cambridge University Press after research in Florida. She studied residents in The Villages to analyze the social impact of retirement living.
London Park School Hybrid Joins World's Best School Finalists
London Park School Hybrid Joins World's Best School Prize Finalists. The school also earned a Tes Schools nomination for pupil mental health initiative.
University of Zurich Finds 83% Positive Youth Events
The University of Zurich study found 83 percent of youth life events were positive. Researchers analyzed responses from 1,442 participants and published results in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry.
Government Considers GCSE English for Loans
Government ministers consider a GCSE English policy for government-backed loans. University leaders offer mixed reactions regarding the proposed policy changes.
Netherlands Maintains Education And Youth Employment System
The Netherlands maintains an education system including state-supported apprenticeships. Local officials receive notifications regarding student absences and lateness records.
University of Sydney Selects Sixteen Women for Engineering Recruitment
University of Sydney selected sixteen women for its engineering faculty. Projections show the women's share rising from approximately 22 to 25 percent.
Birmingham City University Plans to Withdraw Black Studies Program
Birmingham City University plans to withdraw the black studies program in 2024. Officials cite low student recruitment as the reason for the planned closure.
10,000 Sign Petition Against Education Software Funding Withdrawal
Almost 10,000 people signed a petition opposing the Department for Education software funding withdrawal. The Department for Education proposes ending support for specialist assistive tools.
UK Survey Shows Rising Doubt For University Value
A 2025 British Social Attitudes survey found 34% of UK residents think a degree is not worth the cost, up from 14% in 2005. Experts cite rising tuition fees, stagnant repayment thresholds, and economic pressures as key factors in declining public confidence.
University of Manchester Investigates Harassment Calls to Female Students
The University of Manchester launched an investigation after 20 female medical students reported anonymous late-night harassment calls. Charlotte Buttercase, a targeted student, described feeling intimidated during a 2 a.m. call involving sexual comments and laughter from multiple men.