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Serbian Director Stevan Filipović Attacked in Belgrade
Politicsn1-serbiajutarnji-listdanas+1cdm-me4d ago4 sources

Serbian Director Stevan Filipović Attacked in Belgrade

Serbian film director Stevan Filipović was reportedly beaten by five individuals in central Belgrade, prompting an investigation by the prosecutor's office. The attack has been widely condemned by academics and public figures, with President Vučić also denouncing the incident.

The Odyssey Dominates Summer Discourse
CultureThe Guardian10d ago

The Odyssey Dominates Summer Discourse

Christopher Nolan’s epic film, The Odyssey, has become a major topic of discussion this summer, sparking excitement and debate among various groups from right-wingers to academics.

Priyanka Gandhi's 'Gaumutra Expert' Remark Draws Academic Condemnation
PoliticsTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv11d ago4 sources

Priyanka Gandhi's 'Gaumutra Expert' Remark Draws Academic Condemnation

Priyanka Gandhi's 'gaumutra expert' jibe, directed at the IIT Madras director, has sparked controversy and drawn ire from over 200 academicians. An open letter slammed the remark, stating that mockery is not a substitute for substantive criticism and that the director is among India's top tech brains.

Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Forms Cabinet, and Approves US Strikes
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+49FTThe GuardianAl Jazeeranzzhelsingin-sanomatruvfazberlingske+41 more20d ago52 sources

Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Forms Cabinet, and Approves US Strikes

Andy Burnham has been appointed the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, forming his cabinet and holding its first meeting to address living costs. In one of his initial decisions, Burnham approved the use of UK military bases for certain US strikes against Iran.

NUNS Demands Urgent Action Over Threats to Journalists and Academics
Politicsn1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

NUNS Demands Urgent Action Over Threats to Journalists and Academics

The Independent Journalists' Association of Serbia (NUNS) has called for an immediate response from state institutions following a series of threats directed at journalists, professors, and media outlets, including N1. NUNS emphasized the need for urgent action to address these escalating threats.

Thousands Protest University Budget Cuts in Austria
Politicsder-standardorfdie-presse+1danas2mo ago4 sources

Thousands Protest University Budget Cuts in Austria

Tens of thousands of students and academics demonstrated across Austria against proposed university budget cuts. Education Minister Holzleitner attempted to calm the protests, which saw participants declare their patience had run out.

Braga Hosts Industry Summit on Competitiveness
Politicsobservador2mo ago

Braga Hosts Industry Summit on Competitiveness

Entrepreneurs, managers, academics, and political decision-makers gathered in Braga for the Industry Summit to discuss the main challenges and opportunities for Portuguese companies and the economy.

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra
Culturemyjoyonline3mo ago

Media Convergence Conference Opens in Accra

A high-level conference on media convergence has begun in Accra, Ghana, bringing together academics, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss the future of journalism in the digital age.

Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav Face Complaints Over Parliament Skit and Online Content
CultureTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv9d ago4 sources

Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav Face Complaints Over Parliament Skit and Online Content

Rahul Gandhi and Pappu Yadav are facing police complaints and criticism for a Parliament skit allegedly mocking Ram Mandir donations and for sexually explicit online content targeting Rahul Gandhi. These incidents have sparked debate and accusations of insulting Sanatan Dharma, with some supporting the politicians and others condemning the content.

Indian Parliament Clears Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amidst Opposition Walkout
Politicsle-mondeTimes of Indiahindustan-times+2indian-expressndtv11d ago5 sources

Indian Parliament Clears Anti-Paper Leak Bill Amidst Opposition Walkout

The Indian Parliament passed the anti-paper leak bill, which aims to establish a more credible examination system with tougher penalties for offenders. The bill cleared both houses despite an opposition walkout and criticism regarding its focus on punishment over prevention.

Lawmakers Urge Turkey to Include Gülen Movement in Amnesty
Worldstockholm-cf19d ago

Lawmakers Urge Turkey to Include Gülen Movement in Amnesty

A group of 54 lawmakers, legal experts, academics, and human rights advocates has urged Turkey to ensure that any amnesty related to its renewed Kurdish peace initiative covers all political prisoners, including those accused of involvement with the Gülen movement.

Turkey Detains Hundreds, Blocks Media Ahead of NATO Summit
Worldlsm-lvrzeczpospolitapolitiken+424uriefimeridanaftemporikistockholm-cf1mo ago7 sources

Turkey Detains Hundreds, Blocks Media Ahead of NATO Summit

Turkish authorities have arrested hundreds of individuals, including academics, lawyers, journalists, and environmental volunteers, and blocked media outlets in the lead-up to a NATO summit in Ankara. These actions have drawn criticism from press freedom groups and opposition parties, who accuse Turkey of using the summit as an excuse to silence dissent and civil society.

Tirana to Host Second AI Business Summit
Businessbalkan-web1mo ago

Tirana to Host Second AI Business Summit

Tirana will become a meeting point for policymakers, business leaders, investors, academics, technology experts, and diplomatic representatives on June 25 for the second edition of the AI Business Summit.

Observador's Industry Summit Highlights
Politicsobservador2mo ago

Observador's Industry Summit Highlights

The article presents the best moments from Observador's Industry Summit, a full-day event featuring academics, entrepreneurs, managers, and political decision-makers discussing key aspects of the Portuguese economy.

France and Europe Must Transform to Face AI by 2035
Politicsle-figaro2mo ago

France and Europe Must Transform to Face AI by 2035

A study by the Jacques Delors Institute, based on interviews with hundreds of companies, practitioners, and academics, outlines numerous ideas and lists the various risks Europe will face in the coming decade, urging transformation as it has become a 'digital colony' in the face of AI by 2035.

Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety
WorldBBCbloombergNYT+104economistFTle-mondewapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox News+96 more2mo ago107 sources

Trump-Xi Summit Addresses Trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI Safety

The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing covered critical issues including trade, Taiwan, and Iran, with Trump stating Xi vowed no military equipment support for Iran. Discussions also touched upon potential US-China AI safety talks.

WorldTehran Times3mo ago

Academics Discussed in Tehran Times

An article from the Tehran Times focuses on the topic of academics, though specific details of the discussion are not provided in the headline.

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Sparks Debate and High Demand for IMAX Screenings
CultureBBCbloombergNYT+55FTThe Guardiandr-dkFox Newscnbchelsingin-sanomatfazberlingske+47 more11d ago58 sources

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Sparks Debate and High Demand for IMAX Screenings

Christopher Nolan's new film, 'The Odyssey,' has generated significant buzz, leading to sold-out IMAX screenings and an unexpected surge in interest for learning Greek. However, the movie has also drawn strong criticism from acclaimed 'Odyssey' translator Emily Wilson, who called it 'abysmal' and expressed shame at its script.

Fidesz Campaign Criticized as 'Penetrating' and Simplified
Politicstelex18d ago

Fidesz Campaign Criticized as 'Penetrating' and Simplified

L. Simon László described Fidesz's campaign as 'penetrating,' while Tibor Navracsics noted a radical simplification of Fidesz's communication since the 2015 migration crisis, targeting 'navvies' instead of academics, which left the middle class feeling suffocated by April.

The Silence Sustaining Academic Bullying
Culturemyjoyonline20d ago

The Silence Sustaining Academic Bullying

This article discusses how widespread knowledge of academic bullying, coupled with a collective silence among students and early-career academics, perpetuates the abuse.

Australian Universities to Adopt New Anti-Racism Standards
PoliticsThe Guardian29d ago

Australian Universities to Adopt New Anti-Racism Standards

Australian universities will be required to adopt new anti-racism standards, including specific definitions for antisemitism, Islamophobia, and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Higher education chiefs, academics, and students are set to give evidence at a royal commission this week.

International Conference on Europe-Asia Relations Opens in Sarajevo
Worldklix-ba1mo ago

International Conference on Europe-Asia Relations Opens in Sarajevo

The international conference 'Beyond East and West: Eurasian Encounters Reimagined' has opened in Sarajevo, bringing together prominent academics, public intellectuals, journalists, policymakers, and religious leaders to reinterpret the relationship between Europe and Asia.

Danish Tax Authority Employees Criticize Minister's Letter
Worldberlingskepolitiken1mo ago2 sources

Danish Tax Authority Employees Criticize Minister's Letter

Academics and employees within the Danish Tax Authority have criticized a letter sent by the minister to staff, stating that 'people are affected.' The criticism highlights internal discontent within the department.

Czech Higher Education Reform Divides Academics
Politicsirozhlas1mo ago

Czech Higher Education Reform Divides Academics

The Czech Ministry of Education is preparing a higher education reform that includes introducing a university council and strengthening the rector's role, leading to disputes among academics over university governance.

Victoria restricts tech use in high school classrooms
TechnologyThe Guardian1mo ago

Victoria restricts tech use in high school classrooms

The Australian state of Victoria has introduced a new policy limiting technology use in high school classrooms to two hours a day, marking a national first. This decision comes amid concerns from academics about laptops superseding traditional note-taking and research.

Serbian Academics Protest for University Autonomy
Politicsn1-serbiadanas2mo ago2 sources

Serbian Academics Protest for University Autonomy

Members of the Serbian academic community held a protest in front of the Government building, advocating for university autonomy. They emphasized that intimidating professors teaches students that silence is safer than questioning.

Erdogan Orders Closure of Liberal Istanbul University
Worldorfdelfi-ltnaftemporiki+3Daily Star BDstockholm-cfprotothema-en2mo ago6 sources

Erdogan Orders Closure of Liberal Istanbul University

Turkish President Erdoğan has ordered the closure of Bilgi University, a major private liberal university in Istanbul, leaving students and academics in uncertainty. The move has drawn international attention and criticism.

Modern Witchcraft Revival Emerges 'Out of the Broom Closet'
Culturecbc2mo ago

Modern Witchcraft Revival Emerges 'Out of the Broom Closet'

Academics and witch communities note a renewed interest in spellcasting and spirituality since the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a modern witchcraft revival that is increasingly visible online and in the real world, moving the practice 'out of the broom closet'.

Novi Sad Dean Reports Professor Amid Pressure
Worlddanas2mo ago

Novi Sad Dean Reports Professor Amid Pressure

The Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy in Novi Sad has reported Professor Nevena Jevtić, signaling continued pressure on academics in the region. This incident follows ongoing concerns about academic freedom.

PM Modi Appoints Two New NITI Aayog Members
PoliticsbloombergTimes of Indiahindustan-times+2indian-expressdhaka-tribune3mo ago5 sources

PM Modi Appoints Two New NITI Aayog Members

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appointed two new full-time members to the NITI Aayog, India's policy think tank. The appointments are part of a revamp, with the Prime Minister citing the academics' 'rich experience'.

Workers Mark Labor Day with Protests and Wage Demands
Culturele-mondeFox Newsruv+27tagesschaufazaftonbladetder-standardirozhlasrzeczpospolitavgel-mundo+19 more3mo ago30 sources

Workers Mark Labor Day with Protests and Wage Demands

Workers in various countries, including the Philippines and Nigeria, marked Labor Day with protests and calls for higher wages amid economic challenges. Leaders acknowledged the struggles while urging continued effort from the labor force.