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The Venture Lab team are a group of staff dedicated to helping students create new ideas and launch new ventures. With their mission to make the world a better place, 140 startups have emerged in the last five years, with £18 million collectively raised in external funding.

The Oriental Museum is making its collections more accessible to visitors with visual impairments, by launching a new accessible audio guide.

Dr Liam Temple, from our Department of Theology and Religion, tells how he worked with the only man who can preach to the Pope.

Our researchers have been awarded a British Council grant for a project aiming to improve the resilience of roads in the Himalayan region of India by integrating disaster preparedness into transportation engineering education.

At 8.30 on Monday 7 October, we will all be cheering on our latest Durham team on their first appearance in the BBC2 competition, University Challenge.

There is plenty to get stuck into in the world of theatre this Michaelmas term, from musicals, to comedy, to classical theatre. Come along!

Our careers weeks and fairs span a range of sectors, providing our students and graduates with a whole host of opportunities to gain advice and information on different career pathways.

A Durham physicist is part of an international research team that has discovered the biggest pair of black hole jets ever seen in space, spanning 23 million light-years in total length.

The act of strangulation has become increasingly normalised and sexualised. Dr Hannah Bows, from our Law School, explains that despite its increased popularity, research shows it isn't necessarily wanted, especially by women.

Following an independent review of university spin-out companies, Research England has today (24 September) published its spin-out best practice and initial adoption list.

This summer, the Chapel Choir of University College (known as Castle Chapel Choir) will be embarking on a tour spanning the UK and Italy to share their vocal talents. Including well-known UK venues, the tour also includes St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican in Italy.

Our Solar Car team has successfully conquered the legendary Goodwood Hill Climb, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of sustainable motorsport.

Following alumna Lauren Irwin’s selection as part of the Team GB rowing squad, she has been training intensively for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Firebrand starring Jude Law and Alicia Vikander tells the story of Katherine Parr and explores how she outlived her murderous husband, Henry VIII. But is it worth a watch? Professor Alec Ryrie, from our Department of Theology and Religion, gives his views on the new cinema release.

Donald Trump has been the subject of another apparent assassination attempt. Dr David Andersen, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores whether this will boost the Republican Party presidential candidate's chances of a return to The White House.

European Day of Languages is an annual celebration of the diverse range of languages spoken across the continent. But as Dr Fintan Mallory, from our Department of Philosophy, explains how we shouldn't expect AI technology to save lesser spoken languages.

We were very saddened to hear of the death of our alumnus David Knowles, a talented young journalist and creator of an award-winning podcast.

Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at º¬Ðß²ÝÑо¿Ëù and in the city itself.

Our beautiful Botanic Garden has once again achieved a Gold Award in the Northumbria in Bloom Competition 2024. This annual competition recognises, encourages and rewards community groups who work together to transform their village, town or city, through gardening, environmental awareness and community support.