Parents ‘deeply disappointed’ at no prosecutions over student’s death
The parents of a student who died when a barrier collapsed outside a nightclub have said they are “deeply disappointed” that no-one will face criminal prosecution.
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NHS staff in Covid sniffer dog trial
NHS staff are participating in a trial which aims to see whether dogs can sniff out Covid-19.
Scientists find new way to kill tuberculosis bacteria
Researchers have found a new way of killing the bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB), using a toxin produced by the germs themselves.
World Rugby insists steps have been taken to protect players
World Rugby has defended its record on protecting players after the authors of a study investigating injury levels in retired participants called for more to be done.
Rugby authorities should do more to protect players, study author says
The rugby authorities should do more to prevent injuries, the authors of a new study into retired players has found.
Rugby authorities should do more to protect players, study author says
The rugby authorities should do more to prevent injuries, the authors of a new study into retired players has found.
David Bellamy, the broadcast giant with unfashionable views on climate change
David Bellamy was a prolific broadcaster and respected authority on botany and the natural world when, he says, his views on climate change led to him being banished from television.
Fan-favourite eliminated from Bake Off in shock quarter-final exit
Durham student Henry has been eliminated from The Great British Bake Off quarter-final in a shock exit.
Glowing gas reveals faint filaments of cosmic web
Faintly glowing wisps of gas have given astronomers a rare glimpse of one of the universe’s largest but most elusive features – the intergalactic filaments of the cosmic web.
North-east lecturer to tackle 340-mile ultramarathon to raise cash for charity
A north-east lecturer will embark on a 340-mile trek to help rebuild war-torn areas of Iraq this weekend.
Parallel universes could host life but there’s a catch, says new study
The idea of a multiverse, a realm made up of many parallel universes including ours, has been talked about for decades. But is it real, and if so, is it likely to host life, just like our our own?
University Challenge fans ask if Durham’s buzzers work amid thrashing
University Challenge viewers saw the funny side as the first of the Christmas specials ended in a “thrashing”.