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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Sogang University Professor Kim Young-wook's Research Team Receives Best Paper Award at 2026 Korean Electromagnetic Waves Society Winter Conference

Sogang University's graduate student, Sung Min-seo, won the Best Paper Award at the 2026 Korean Electromagnetic Waves Society Winter Conference for his research on using quantum artificial neural networks for radar micro-Doppler robotic dog classification.

Mar 23 • 09:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Good Bacteria: KTU Scientist Identifies Common Mistakes in Probiotic Use

A Kaunas University of Technology professor discusses misuses of probiotics and emphasizes their importance in maintaining gut health.

Mar 23 • 06:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Due to Increase in Medical School Enrollment... 3 Schools Lacking Professors 'Certification Delay', Jeonbuk National University Applied for Re-examination

Three medical schools in South Korea have received a 'non-certification deferment' due to difficulties in securing professors amidst an increase in enrollment for the 2025 academic year.

Mar 23 • 06:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The New Heads of Local Governments Should Embrace a New Paradigm

A professor urges newly elected local leaders in South Korea to shift from a customer service mindset to a model of co-production with citizens.

Mar 22 • 20:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Economics professor predicts increased inflation due to the war in the Middle East

Economics professor Lars Calmfors predicts that inflation in Sweden may rise by 1 to 2 percentage points because of the ongoing war in the Middle East.

Mar 22 • 20:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Professor Liivi Heritage Day: The Number of Livonians is Growing

The number of Livonians, a small ethnic group in Estonia and Latvia, has been increasing as evidenced by the recent celebration of Livonian Heritage Day, which highlights the growing interest in their language and culture.

Mar 22 • 16:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Professor: Trump's threatened strikes are unlikely to help overthrow Iran's regime, quite the opposite

A professor at the University of Helsinki argues that potential U.S. strikes on Iranian facilities would likely strengthen the current regime rather than weaken it.

Mar 22 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Identifying the roots of the war in Iran: The USA miscalculated well in advance

A professor asserts that the origins of the current war between the USA and Iran date back nearly 50 years.

Mar 22 • 15:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The State, not the free market, forged capitalism, says Harvard professor

Sven Beckert's new book challenges conventional narratives about capitalism, arguing that it is not the result of market forces but rather a product of state power.

Mar 22 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal University opens a competition for professors with salaries of up to R$ 14 thousand in RR

The Federal University of Roraima is accepting applications for a public competition for six full-time professor positions, with salaries ranging from R$ 6,180.85 to R$ 14,463.83.

Mar 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Professor issues harsh judgment: We ignored warning signs. This is why Trump’s aggression hits us so hard

A Danish professor criticizes the country's historical alignment with the US and warns that Trump's actions could have severe repercussions for Denmark due to its lack of independent foreign policy.

Mar 22 • 08:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Lisa Kudrow and 'Made in Korea': What to Watch on TV and Streaming This Week

Lisa Kudrow's series 'The Comeback' returns with a third season where her character Valerie Cherish stars in a comedy created by artificial intelligence, alongside a document on the ethical dilemmas faced by a Russian professor during Ukraine's invasion.

Mar 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

The view from Professor Dominic Tierney, author of The Right Way to Lose a War

Professor Dominic Tierney discusses the lessons learned from various U.S. conflicts in his book 'The Right Way to Lose a War.'

Mar 21 • 19:23 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Melbourne expert who has spent a lifetime uncovering ‘the archaeology of the printed book’

Professor Wallace Kirsop, a Melbourne-based expert, has dedicated his life to studying the physical aspects of books, amassing a vast personal library of around 20,000 volumes, including rare editions.

Mar 21 • 19:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

The worst war scenario for Iran is named: it could be worse than Iraq

Professor Egdūnas Račius from Vytautas Magnus University believes that the potential war between the United States and Israel against Iran could turn out to be far more devastating than the conflict in Iraq.

Mar 21 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Eduardo Amaya, the Professor of Polo, on Argentine Players: 'They Are Stars, but They Don’t Know Why They Do What They Do'

Eduardo Amaya discusses the unique attributes of Argentine polo players, emphasizing their talent but indicating a lack of understanding of their techniques.

Mar 21 • 11:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Sea Professor: "Denmark is one of the worst places in the world to keep so many pigs"

A marine professor warns that Denmark's unique geographical conditions make it particularly vulnerable to the environmental impacts of large-scale pig farming.

Mar 21 • 08:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Gieysztor Award for Professor Ewa Chojecka, an outstanding art historian

Professor Ewa Chojecka has been awarded the Gieysztor Award for her significant contributions to the history of art in Upper Silesia.

Mar 21 • 07:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious Warning: Gasoline May Soon Cost 3 Euros, Leading to an Increase in Electricity Prices

A professor warns that gasoline prices in Finland could soon exceed 3 euros per liter if geopolitical tensions continue to escalate, mirroring past spikes due to the Ukraine war.

Mar 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Prof Tim Spector claims supplement could slash diabetes risk - but with a warning

Professor Tim Spector suggests that regular intake of vitamin D may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, though he cautions that research on its effects is inconclusive.

Mar 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

For 250 Years We Have Been Making the Same Mistakes That Adam Smith Warned Us About, Says a Professor of Economics

Economist Josef Šíma discusses the lasting relevance of Adam Smith's seminal work 'The Wealth of Nations' 250 years after its publication.

Mar 20 • 14:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMS opens registrations for ecological birdwatching trail

The Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) is offering registrations for an ecological birdwatching trail guided by Professor Simone Mamede.

Mar 20 • 13:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire hits annex of school in Caruaru, destroys judo room and suspends classes; VIDEO

A fire at the Professor Sinhazinha School in Caruaru, Brazil, destroyed the judo room, leading to the suspension of classes without any reported injuries.

Mar 20 • 13:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Professor from Paraná creates a digital 'school' inside Minecraft

A teacher from Araucária, Brazil, has established a digital school named CraftSapiens within the game Minecraft to engage students in interactive classes.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Professor: Trump would like to 'pack his bags' from Iran, but Israel wants to keep the United States involved

A recent Israeli strike on Iran's largest gas field raises questions about the alignment of Israel and the United States regarding their stance on Iran.

Mar 20 • 11:48 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: After Centuries, TB Is Still the Bridesmaid, Never the Bride

Professor Kogie Naidoo discusses the persistent underfunding and neglect of tuberculosis compared to other diseases, despite its high mortality rates.

Mar 20 • 09:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Notification on March 21

The article highlights several recent developments in South Korea, including employment issues related to small businesses, new color standards for public facilities, and a notable academic recognition for a professor.

Mar 20 • 08:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sculptor Prof. Stasys Žirgulis: 'Kaunas Accents - Creating a New Face of Kaunas'

Professor Stasys Žirgulis discusses the ongoing art competition 'Kaunas Accents', which has transformed the city's public spaces through over 150 artistic projects since its inception in 2017.

Mar 20 • 07:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Professor Yoo Il-sun from Kookmin University Selected for EU Horizon Europe Program

Professor Yoo Il-sun from Kookmin University has been selected for the EU's significant research innovation program, Horizon Europe, encompassing quantum technology and digital security.

Mar 20 • 06:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Prof. Paweł Wojciechowski: The King is Naked, and the Presidential SAFE is Empty

A Polish professor criticizes the national debate surrounding the EU's SAFE security initiative, accusing it of devolving into political theatrics obscuring serious security discussions.

Mar 20 • 04:11 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Professor Park Hoon, an authority in inheritance tax, co-publishes 'Marriage, Divorce, Inheritance, That's When Taxes Begin' with his student Attorney Yun Hyun-kyung.

A book co-authored by inheritance tax expert Professor Park Hoon and his former student Attorney Yun Hyun-kyung sheds light on how taxes are implicated in marriage, divorce, and inheritance amidst growing societal interest in family and wealth issues.

Mar 20 • 00:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"A society where everyone hates each other".. A Jewish dissident professor unravels the illusions of Zionism in an interview with Al Jazeera Net

A Jewish dissident professor critiques the Zionist movement, highlighting the presence of dissenting voices within Jewish communities that challenge the dominant narrative.

Mar 20 • 00:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Professor from Piauí goes viral with ‘world gossip’ meme in high school class in SC

A geography teacher in Brazil’s Santa Catarina state became an internet sensation after participating in a fun video with his high school students that humorously updates viewers on 'world gossip.'

Mar 19 • 23:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Professor and language expert Finn-Erik Vinje has died

Finn-Erik Vinje, a renowned professor and expert in modern Norwegian language, has passed away at the age of 90.

Mar 19 • 21:17 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Professor and language expert Finn-Erik Vinje (90) has died

Finn-Erik Vinje, a renowned professor and language expert, has passed away at the age of 90, as announced by his son on Facebook.

Mar 19 • 21:16 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Professor and language expert Finn-Erik Vinje has passed away

Finn-Erik Vinje, a prominent Norwegian professor and linguist, passed away peacefully at the age of 90, leaving a significant legacy in the field of language.

Mar 19 • 21:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Mirage of a 'Strong Japan' Pursued by Takaiichi

This article analyzes the rise of right-wing politics in Japan through the lens of Professor Lee Hun-mo, who has closely studied Japanese politics for over 30 years.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Teacher attacked with a hammer by student reports recovery: 'If we had talked, we could have avoided it'

Five months after being attacked by a 17-year-old student with a hammer, Professor Elcivan Ramalho discusses his recovery and the incident's aftermath.

Mar 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

This music gyms avoid playing

The article discusses the types of music that gyms tend to avoid playing during workouts despite their potential benefits for performance, according to research by a professor.

Mar 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Øystein Førre had a unique ability to make complex connections understandable

Professor Øystein Førre, an influential figure in Norwegian medicine and rheumatology, passed away on February 9 at the age of 88.

Mar 19 • 18:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A black widower behind the crime: two suspects arrested for the homicide of a university professor in Caballito

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of David Walter Aguirre, a university professor in Caballito, who was found shot dead in his office.

Mar 19 • 17:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Jiu-Jitsu Professor Demands Progress in Investigation One Year After Attempted Murder in Cabo Frio

One year after surviving an attempted murder in Cabo Frio, jiu-jitsu professor Daniel Christóvam is calling for progress in the investigations, noting that no suspects have been held accountable.

Mar 19 • 16:54 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Referendum, Meloni replies to Barbero: 'We are not talking about an illegal gambling den'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responds to Professor Alessandro Barbero's criticism of the upcoming Justice referendum, emphasizing the legitimacy of the proposed reforms.

Mar 19 • 16:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

8th Ebersberg Forest and Environmental Discussion: The Importance of Peatlands for Climate Protection

The 8th Ebersberger Wald- und Umweltgespräch discusses the role of peatlands in climate protection, featuring Professor Matthias Drösler as a speaker.

Mar 19 • 14:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Professor arrested by the Federal Police for fraud in competitions was already detained in 2017 while taking the MPRN exam

A professor was arrested by Brazil's Federal Police for allegedly being involved in exam fraud, marking a continuation of his legal troubles since a previous arrest in 2017 during a different exam.

Mar 19 • 12:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Democratic Beliefs: A Practical Intellectual Who Upheld Them Throughout His Life"

The article reflects on the life and contributions of the late Professor Seo Ik-jin, who passed away on March 7, 2026, and is remembered for his staunch advocacy for democracy and social equality in South Korea.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Professor Park Seong-yong's research team at Sogang University has its paper adopted at the top international conference IEEE ICDE 2026

A research team from Sogang University's Computer Engineering Department has successfully had their paper accepted at the IEEE ICDE 2026 conference, focusing on storage technology advancements.

Mar 19 • 09:34 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

This Sunday with VIMA: Etymological Dictionary by G. Babiniotis Volume IV, Harper’s Bazaar and VIMA GAZINO

The Sunday edition of 'VIMA' features exciting offers, including the fourth volume of the Etymological Dictionary of Modern Greek by Professor Georgios Babiniotis, the magazine Harper’s Bazaar, and VIMA GAZINO.

Mar 19 • 09:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Professor sent obscene messages to student, began to make disgusting demands

A professor in Maharashtra's Satara district has been accused of sending obscene messages to a student and pressuring her for a sexual relationship, leading to his arrest by the police.

Mar 19 • 09:08 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The guest of "Plekktrummi" is the professor of sustainable transitions Laur Kanger

Laur Kanger, a professor of sustainable transitions at the University of Tartu, will be a guest on the talk show "Plekktrumm" to discuss challenges and pathways in the context of the environmental crisis and its relation to global economy and industry.

Mar 19 • 07:50 UTC

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