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Nearly third of students from East Asia ‘likely to delay or cancel’ study plans

Nearly third of students from East Asia ‘likely to delay or cancel’ study plans

British universities could face £463 million funding shortfall amid deferrals, report warns.

New highly protected marine zones will help save our seas – research

New highly protected marine zones will help save our seas – research

Ban all fishing, dredging, dumping and anchoring in some UK waters to save our oceans, independent review urges Government.

Universities ‘must address chronic absence of BAME academics to boost diversity’

Universities ‘must address chronic absence of BAME academics to boost diversity’

The University of Leicester is increasing its efforts to ‘decolonise the curriculum’ to help students feel like they belong.

More Black Lives Matter protests to take place across the UK on Sunday

More Black Lives Matter protests to take place across the UK on Sunday

Large crowds are expected despite authorities calling for people to socially distance by staying home.

Police receive hundreds of tips after Madeleine McCann suspect revealed

Police receive hundreds of tips after Madeleine McCann suspect revealed

Scotland Yard’s Operation Grange still considers the Madeleine case a missing person inquiry.

Government can and must do more to address racial inequality – Sajid Javid

Government can and must do more to address racial inequality – Sajid Javid

The former chancellor said a ‘new ambition’ was needed to ‘breakdown barriers’ in Britain.

Boris Johnson to set out plans to ‘rebuild Britain’ after coronavirus pandemic

Boris Johnson to set out plans to ‘rebuild Britain’ after coronavirus pandemic

The PM will this week chair a meeting of his Cabinet to update them on the next lockdown-easing steps for a number of sectors.

Places of worship set to reopen for private prayer from June 15

Places of worship set to reopen for private prayer from June 15

Downing Street said the changes would only be made if the Government’s five tests for easing lockdown are met.

New face mask policy should include all healthcare settings – BMA

New face mask policy should include all healthcare settings – BMA

BMA council chair Dr Chaand Nagpaul said it also ‘concerning to hear’ hospital trusts had not been consulted on policy change.

Horse bolts through crowd as police and demonstrators clash at anti-racism rally

Horse bolts through crowd as police and demonstrators clash at anti-racism rally

The trouble followed peaceful Black Lives Matter protests across the country, including one where heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua spoke.

Sister of man who died in police custody to speak at virtual anti-racism rally

Sister of man who died in police custody to speak at virtual anti-racism rally

Sheku Bayoh died in 2015 aged 32 after being restrained by officers responding to a call in Kirkcaldy, Fife.

D-Day anniversary marked with socially-distanced ceremony

D-Day anniversary marked with socially-distanced ceremony

Second World War veterans were also able to watch footage of the new British Normandy Memorial being built.

Scottish Labour reiterates opposition to second independence referendum

Scottish Labour reiterates opposition to second independence referendum

The party will instead campaign for home rule, devolution and a ‘progressive federal structure’ within the UK in next year’s Holyrood election.

Anti-racism protest organisers in NI to be reported to PPS – police

Anti-racism protest organisers in NI to be reported to PPS – police

Community resolution orders and fines were issued to those taking part in mass gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Large crowds in Cardiff for Black Lives Matter Protest

Large crowds in Cardiff for Black Lives Matter Protest

Crowds generally kept to two-metre social distancing and many wore face coverings and gloves.

Man arrested following fatal shooting in Hackney

Man arrested following fatal shooting in Hackney

Police said a man in his 20s died after suffering a gunshot injury.

Thousands join Black Lives Matter protests despite Health Secretary’s plea

Thousands join Black Lives Matter protests despite Health Secretary’s plea

Demonstrators wore masks and gloves, while hand sanitiser was available at some events across the country.

Queen hails ‘vital role’ at end of Volunteers’ Week

Queen hails ‘vital role’ at end of Volunteers’ Week

Her message came after her grandson the Duke of Cambridge revealed he is a helpline volunteer for people in crisis.

Death toll among coronavirus patients in Scotland rises by six to 2,415

Death toll among coronavirus patients in Scotland rises by six to 2,415

A total of 15,603 people have now tested positive for the disease across the country.

Anti-racism campaigners rename Glasgow streets linked to slave owners

Anti-racism campaigners rename Glasgow streets linked to slave owners

Alternative name signs have been put up around the city.

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