A prestigious university in the United Kingdom has been accused of ignoring and tolerating evidence of bullying after a college principal was allowed to maintain his job despite repeated complaints of intimidating conduct towards colleagues. Professor Adekunle Adeyeye, who played …

We all have treasured memories, but not everyone knows where they come from or how they are created.

Many people like to compare the brain to a computer, but unfortunately, our brains don’t have USB slots to simply insert new …

According to some sources, there are at least two nautical maps from the 16th century, which depict the coastline of Antarctica. The coastline in question has been buried under a thick layer of ice for thousands of years.

One of …

Examinations are a nerve-wracking affair, even more so when you have to balance a square academic cap on your head. Despite this, the students of Oxford University have overwhelmingly voted in favour of wearing this headgear during their final examinations, …

If the largest teaching union in the United Kingdom votes in favour of industrial action this week, state schools in England and Wales will have to close completely on several days in February and March. The National Education Union (NEU) …

The University of Bristol has gained a reputation for being a refuge for students who have been rejected by Oxbridge, despite lacking the traditional degree courses, defined campus and attractive student union that many students look for. Nevertheless, the latest …

Urban Indian travellers often share an anecdote that ends with the phrase "Your English is very good!" Many of the affluent and middle-class Indians are skilled in the English language and can speak it fluently due to their education in …

A study conducted by Swedish scientists revealed that learning a foreign language can lead to an increase in brain size. The researchers used tools like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electrophysiology to monitor brain activity during language learning and understand …

According to the children’s commissioner, Anne Longfield, some schools are making use of isolation booths as a means to handle "disruptive" children. This often involves converting toilet blocks and classrooms to create such booths. Campaigners have raised concerns that such …