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Something is rotten in Australia’s tertiary education. And UTS’s suspension of teaching courses is one of its biggest disgraces

If preparing teachers for NSW during an ongoing teacher shortage isn’t a public good, what is?

The Guardian - AU · Aug 21, 2025

UTS academics describe ‘culture of fear’ as enrolments put on hold for nearly a fifth of courses

The freeze comes as the university pursues $100m in cost cuts and after it announced in April it could axe 400 jobs

The Guardian - AU · Aug 15, 2025

400 Jobs On The Line As UTS Temporarily Suspends More Than 100 Courses

In the face of being fired, staff were advised to “do that task you've been dreading," like "washing delicates", "cleaning a bathroom" or "starting a tea ritual".

Pedestrian.tv · Aug 15, 2025

Foreign student numbers should be 'depoliticised'

UK High Commissioner Vicki Treadell says foreign uni students should not be included in immigration caps to boost soft power for Australia and Britain.

AAP · Feb 25, 2025

TB Elimination Programme: States, UTs to organise exclusive campaign

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has written to all the states and the Union Territories (UTs) to organise a 100-day intensified campaign on tuberculosis (TB). Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 9, 2025

Mahakumbh 2025: Railways launches QR-enabled jackets for ticket booking

For the first time, the Prayagraj Railway Division will introduce digital railway tickets through QR codes printed on the jackets of railway employees. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 4, 2025

Catching the bus can be a bumpy ride. Here’s how we can make it more comfortable, according to experts

Whether it’s stop-start in peak hour, the whole-body vibrations from the engine or uneven surfaces below, passenger life can be rough

The Guardian - AU · Dec 8, 2024

Would a mandatory five-day working week solve construction’s work-life balance woes?

Working practices in the construction industry have been labelled a relic of a bygone era – 64% of employees work more than 50 hours per week.

The Conversation · Nov 17, 2024

Union Health Ministry holds review meeting with states on heatwave preparedness

Union Health Ministry, under the chairmanship of Directorate General of Health Services Dr Atul Goel, conducted a virtual meeting with States/UTs to assess the preparedness for heatwave conditions and fire and electrical safety measures adopted by various healthcare facilities across the country. Read the full report of Dynamite News

Dynamite News · Jun 6, 2024

Morning Digest | MHA orders withdrawal of 50 companies of Central forces from Manipur; States, UTs asked to submit data on heat stroke cases and deaths, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on April 10, 2024

The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024