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Comment: why the Chagos Islands deal is delayed

Writing for The Conversation, Sue Farran and Colin Murray explain why the Chagos Islands deal is delayed and why Mauritius is threatening to sue the UK government

University welcomes Mayor’s boost to region’s creative talents

Newcastle University has welcomed the announcement of a £104m investment in the region's creative talents.

Newcastle student’s discovery features in major archaeology exhibition

A rare piece of 9th century gold, discovered by a Newcastle University archaeology student, will feature in a major new exhibition of northern archaeology treasures at Great North Museum: Hancock.

Outstanding social scientists awarded prestigious Fellowships

Three Newcastle academics have been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences, recognising their excellence in their fields.

New guide offers tools to protect women’s rights during conflict

A guide, co-authored by Newcastle University experts, aims to equip military leaders, policymakers, and civil society advocates with tools to protect women's rights in areas experiencing conflict.

Farrell Centre puts housing in focus for its 2026 season

Housing for All 26 February – 18 December 2026

Newcastle University at the heart of Blyth Festival of Energy

Newcastle University to showcase research and innovation at the inaugural Blyth Festival of Energy.

Creative Industries present huge investment opportunity

New research shows ‘high-growth potential firms’ outnumber both Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing

Royal award for Dementia research

Researchers from the University transforming the understanding, diagnosis and care of people with Dementia with Lewy Bodies, have been recognised with the highest national honour for universities.

Comment: Rain is coming to Antarctica – here’s what will change

Writing for The Conversation, Bethan Davies discusses how the Antarctic Peninsula will change this century under three scenarios: high, medium and low greenhouse gas emissions.

Comment: Fears about AI taking jobs are understandable - but harmful

Writing for The Conversation, Abigail Marks discusses workers' fears over the threat from AI.

Students bring the rainforest to life at city museum

The African rainforest came to life at the Great North Museum: Hancock thanks to a Newcastle University initiative.

Research shows best- and worst-case scenarios for a warming Antarctica

A new study on the Antarctic Peninsula, led by Professor Bethan Davies, shows that the choices we make in the next decade will determine Antarctica’s fate for centuries.

Special screening of Run Kalyani for International Women's Day

A North East-based filmmaker is bringing South Asian women's stories to the region's most celebrated cinema for a special one-night screening ahead of International Women's Day.

Comment: From Harold Wilson to Liz Truss

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr discusses what the fates of former prime ministers can teach Keir Starmer.

Comment: What National Gallery cuts reveal about arts funding

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses how the National Gallery cutting staff numbers indicates wider problems in the arts industry.

Award winning novelist to speak during new series of NCLA talks

Max Porter, acclaimed author of Grief is a Thing With Feathers, is to give a lecture at Newcastle University.

New book supports asylum seeking community in the North East

Launch event at the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, an accredited Gallery of Sanctuary, 12 February 2026.

Comment: Starmer on ropes amid calls for resignation

Writing for The Conversation, Martin Farr discusses the crisis engulfing the Labour Party as the leader of the Scottish Labour party calls for Keir Starmer's resignation.

Comment: true tales of love at first sight at Regency masquerade balls

Writing for The Conversation, as the most recent series of Bridgerton starts, Meg Kobza discusses three true tales of love at first sight at Regency masquerade balls.

5,300-year-old ‘bow drill’ rewrites story of ancient Egyptian tools

A new study reveals that Egyptians were using a mechanically sophisticated drilling tool far earlier than previously suggested.

New Contemporaries

Two Newcastle Fine Art graduates have been selected for prestigious exhibition.

Comment: Bruce Springsteen’s Streets of Minneapolis

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr discusses how digital circulation boosts the impact of a protest song

Comment: How to keep plant-based foods on the table after Veganuary

Writing for The Conversation, Andrew Walton and Johannes Kniess with Meera Iona Inglis discuss how more public institutions are providing a greater range of plant-based options.

University welcomes new UK report on strengthening spin-outs

Newcastle University welcomes the publication of a new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) report examining how the UK can better support university spin-out and start-up businesses to thrive and grow.

Comment: The fall of Peter Mandelson

Writing for The Conversation, Martin Farr discusses the fall of Peter Mandelson and the many questions the UK government must now answer

New season of INSIGHTS public lectures revealed

Fake news, AI and the Hillsborough disaster are amongst the topics under discussion in the Spring season of INSIGHTS public lectures.

Newcastle University top 100 in global league table

Newcastle University has been ranked 89th in the world in TIME Magazine World’s Top Universities report 2026, published today.

Comment: UK earmarks £1.5bn arts funding until 2030 – experts respond

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Adam Behr gives his thoughts on the Government's funding plan for the arts.

Creative PEC boosts recognition of the arts in science and tech R&D

The Creative PEC, which is led by Newcastle University, has welcomed new guidance which acknowledges the critical role the arts play in scientific and technological research and development (R&D).

Newcastle University academic named in Northern Women PoWer list

Professor Liz Todd has been named on the 2026 Northern PoWer Women Awards PoWer List.

Medical and Health is top 85 in Times Higher World Subject Rankings

Medical and Health at Newcastle University has been ranked in the top 85 in the world in a notable league table.

Comment: Diagnosing DLD in multilingual children

Writing for The Conversation, Newcastle University speech and language experts explain why developmental language delay is hard to diagnose in children who speak more than one language.

BAFTA-nominated academic donates personal collection to the BFI

Dr Tina Gharavi has donated her personal papers to the BFI National Archive.

Pritzker Prize winning architect Liu Jiakun to deliver lecture

Acclaimed Chinese architect Liu Jiakun will be discussing his celebrated work at the University on 27 January.

Young talent shines at Hatton Gallery in HAPPY! exhibition

Newcastle University’s Hatton Gallery has partnered with Jerwood Collection to present HAPPY!, a major new exhibition opening on 14 February 2026.

Comment: Is Keir Starmer’s silence on Venezuela a mistake?

Writing for The Conversation, Dr Martin Farr discusses what history tells us about Keir Starmer's silence on Venezuela.

Comment: The extraordinary journey of an enslaved woman to Britain

Writing for The Conversation, Genevieve Johnson discusses the story of Mary Ann Macham, an enslaved woman who arrived in North Shields on Christmas Day, 1831.

Newcastle University and Unite Students finalise joint venture

Newcastle University and Unite Students, the UK’s largest provider of student accommodation, have finalised the formation of their joint venture to develop new accommodation for 2,009 students.

Comment: Jane Austen's Christmas - dances and dangerous games

Writing for The Conversation, Meg Kobza discusses festive traditions such as dancing, dinner parties and dangerous games that Jane Austen took part in.

Warmer ocean currents destabilise ice sheets, driving retreat

New research reveals how ocean warming triggered the large-scale retreat of the Northeast Greenland Ice Stream (NEGIS) - offering vital clues for understanding its modern-day vulnerability.

Comment: What national security truth-tellers reveal

Writing for The Conversation, Iain Munro and Kate Kenny discuss the experiences of whistleblowers as crackdowns increase.

Fine Art students create pieces for Enchanted City

Newcastle University students have created artworks for the new annual winter event Enchanted City.

The arts offer opportunities to improve children’s wellbeing

The arts and creativity are crucial for children’s wellbeing, but funding cuts have removed this lifeline for many children growing up in disadvantage and poor health, research shows.

Notable figures honoured by Newcastle University

A leading poet, scientist and the former leader of Newcastle City Council are receiving honours from Newcastle University.

Longlist announced for Gordon Burn Prize 2026

The Gordon Burn Prize longlist is a mix of bold fiction and non-fiction, representing work from writers from the nations and regions of the UK, Canada, and the USA.

AI has not reduced demand for creativity skills, new analysis finds

AI is redefining rather than replacing the need for creativity, new research published by the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (Creative PEC), has found.

New Professor of Civic Engagement announced

Newcastle University has appointed Richard Brabner as Visiting Professor of Civic Engagement to increase visibility of the University’s work in this area and drive additional impact.

Royal recognition for University’s Dementia work

Newcastle University has won the UK’s highest national honour for universities in recognition of work transforming the understanding, diagnosis and care of people with Dementia with Lewy bodies.

Antarctic mountains could boost ocean carbon absorption

Research involving scientists from Newcastle University has revealed new hope in natural environmental systems found in Antarctica which could help mitigate the overall rise of carbon dioxide.