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Andressa Valentin, a 29-year-old architect from Sapucaia do Sul, Brazil, has been awarded a full scholarship valued at over R$ 2 million to pursue a PhD in Urban Planning at Ohio State University.

Iran mourns the death of influential politician Ali Larijani, known for his significant role in shaping strategic decisions and his deep engagement with Western philosophy, particularly the works of Immanuel Kant.

Katie Price defends her husband Lee Andrews against accusations of deceit regarding his qualifications and alleged criminal history.

A PhD student from Kookmin University's Graduate School of Techno-Design has published research on designing engaging experiences in physical bookstores in the Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering (JAABE).

A young Argentine prodigy completed high school at age 8 and earned a PhD in Quantum Physics at 15, now aiming to enhance human capabilities through AI.

Serbian biologist Vanja Dakic shares her journey of moving to Brazil for her PhD and leading a project that produces 3D skin models for cosmetic testing.

Catherine De Noire, a 32-year-old PhD student in psychology, manages one of Europe's largest legal brothels, challenging stereotypes about the industry.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso's financial plan for public universities has sparked controversy, particularly regarding its transparency and perceived funding shortfalls.

Katherine Ryan criticizes Katie Price's husband Lee Andrews over questionable claims regarding his academic credentials.

A Czech PhD student stuck in India deals with flight cancellations and uncertainties amid escalating tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran.

Marcus Matteby, a digitalization director and PhD in informatics, argues that Swedish municipalities lag behind by 20 years in digital transformation, advocating for technology as a means to achieve a more equitable society.

PhD students in Denmark are calling attention to their significant underrepresentation in university decision-making bodies, a situation they believe undermines academic quality and governance.

Professor MaryAnn Bin-Sallik, the first Aboriginal person to earn a PhD from Harvard, has been honored for her significant contributions to Aboriginal rights and education following her recent passing.

This article discusses an interview with Haitham Abu Aissa, the first researcher to earn a PhD in chemistry from a Libyan university, highlighting the significance of his achievement amidst the political crises in Libya.

João Batista Cruz gained internet fame during the São Paulo Carnival 2026 as a judge, nicknamed 'Fiuk da Harmonia', due to a viral video capturing his intense focus on the parade.

A man who clinically died for seven minutes describes his experience, challenging common perceptions of near-death experiences.

Andreas Metousis, a 28-year-old Greek biochemist, is pioneering critical research in the fight against rare, deadly diseases during his PhD at the Max Planck Institute.

Milita Songailaitė, a PhD candidate from Vytautas Magnus University, discusses the role of artificial intelligence in identifying misinformation during her research and community education efforts.

The article discusses the challenges faced by PhD students in Slovakia, highlighting a competitive academic environment that hinders collaboration among peers.

A US judge has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to deport Tafts University PhD student Rameesa Ozturk, who was detained last year as part of a crackdown on pro-Palestinian activists at universities.

An immigration judge dismissed the Trump administration's attempt to deport Tufts University PhD student Rümeysa Öztürk, a case framed within a broader crackdown on pro-Palestinian activists.

Jarek Kurnitski emphasizes the importance of industrial PhD programs in Estonia, arguing they enhance the economy, universities' roles, and individual career success.

Aleksandra Dragović, an astrophysics PhD student in Cambridge, shares her challenging experiences of living in Britain, countering the common belief that life in Western countries is easier and more prosperous.

In conjunction with the Museum Night event, an exhibition featuring works of the notable Croatian painter Frano Missia has been opened at the Lika Museum in Gospić, highlighting his life and influence from cities like Split, Paris, and New York.

Justice Neil Gorsuch questioned the Department of Justice on the implications of a ruling that could permit states to ban transgender athletes from women's sports during a Supreme Court case regarding West Virginia's Save Women's Sports Act.

A Jewish-American researcher, who resides in Israel as a temporary resident, was denied entry upon returning from a vacation, with authorities alleging he is an anarchist advocating for the destruction of Israel.