• Christians and Muslims 'build bridges' in new town
  Church and Muslim networks collaborate on a new faith and community hub.
• Could board games replace Tinder for people looking for love?
  Toria Papworth says a decade on and off dating apps was "pretty pants, to be honest".
• Honours for air ambulance staff and foster carers
  They are recognised in the King's Birthday Honours list.
• East of England news quiz of the week
  From baby elephants to a new type of scone, how many questions can you get right?
• All you need to know about Cambridge Pride
  The city's Pride festival returns to Jesus Green on Saturday.
• Van loses roof under 'most bashed railway bridge'
  The notorious bridge is hit yet again and the roof is ripped off a delivery van.
• Blue plaque honours pioneering female mathematician
  Mary Cartwright's city home now sports a plaque honouring her trailblazing work.
• English language testers fined over marking errors
  Regulator Ofqual finds "systemic failures over a long period".

• Trump's turning 80. Here's the plans for the oldest serving US president's birthday bonanza
  Despite bruised hands, a vein condition in his legs and obvious fatigue, Trump's doctors say the 80-year-old is in good health.
• Young Australian girl shot dead by police in Pakistan
  An Australian family is receiving consular assistance after a girl was killed and two others injured in a police shooting mix-up.
• The World Cup could have given Donald Trump a boost. But it probably won't
  Watched by billions, the World Cup is a perfect vehicle for showcasing one’s country, culture and values.
• Priya and Rohini dreamt of working in film. But those ambitions made them a target
  'Mollywood' movies are loved for their bold storytelling. But behind the scenes lies a darker story of widespread exploitation.
• Why the Socceroos may have seen a dingo at their Californian World Cup training ground
  Australians are showing up in unlikely places to help with the Socceroos' preparation for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
• Australia is facing an El Niño. Experts say it won't be a 'super' event
  Between 2020 and 2022, Australia experienced a triple La Niña. This year's El Niño won't swing the weather the other way.
• US and Iran say deal closer than ever, as enriched uranium disagreements continue
  Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said an agreement had now been reached with the United States "on most points".
• Musk becomes first trillionaire in history as SpaceX shares soar
  SpaceX's debut on the Nasdaq exchange has also made it the biggest IPO in history.

• C4P vandalises University offices over divestment
  Activists targeted the Cambridge University Endowment Fund, calling for the University to divest from companies linked to weapons manufacturing
• News in Brief: Cambridge crowns, council confirmations, and competitive cricket
  A light-hearted round-up of this week’s stories, from the Complete University Guide rankings to a new Centre for the USA
• Cambridge researchers produce 'world-first' AI vaccine
  Those involved in the research say it could improve the response to future viral outbreaks
• University begins divestment from banks financing fossil fuels
  The University has begun moving funds to financial institutions with a greater focus on sustainability
• University support staff strikes end after month of action
  The SU voted to support the strike action, stating that 'staff working conditions are student learning conditions'
• Cambridge psychologist warns against blanket social media ban for under-16s
  Professor Sander van der Linden has argued that such a ban would have numerous unintended consequences
• News in Brief: Corpus climbing, climate cash, and commendable contributions
  A light-hearted round-up of this week’s stories, from Royal Society recognition to a prize for climate research
• Venue cancels Cambridge talk by right-wing commentator Matt Goodwin after backlash
  Stand Up To Racism Cambridge claimed the event was cancelled due to 'pressure from our community'

• Arrest as crash follows police pursuit of fail-to-stop vehicle on A1(M)
  21-year-old arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and driving while unfit through drink or drugs.
• Museum of Cambridge to host ‘immersive promenade show’
  The museum is collaborating with Encounters Theatre Group on ‘Beasts’.
• King’s Birthday Honours List 2026: From mathematicians to mental health leaders, all those from the Cambridge region honoured
  The Cambridge region is very well represented in the list.
• First chief executive for Greater Cambridge Development Corporation confirmed
  He will lead the new body from September.
• Cambridge’s MODO gallery founder pays tribute as David Hockney dies aged 88
  Hockney died peacefully at home on 11 June.
• AI consortium for genomics formed by Wellcome Sanger Institute and Google DeepMind
  It will be supported by Google.org and address data gaps.
• Residents invited to co-design £400,000 improvements for Mill Road
  Cambridgeshire County Council has asked architects 5th Studio to run local events and gather feedback.
• In pictures: Feast of fashion and art at Anglia Ruskin University’s graduate showcase
  Designs range from playful ‘paw-trait’ art to a performance piece exploring personal trauma.

Cambridge Uni News

• King's Birthday Honours 2026 fri, 12 jun 2026 21:40:00 +0000
• National University of Singapore wins first Global Climate Research Prize thu, 11 jun 2026 11:44:51 +0000
• DSIT Minister attends launch of Cambridge Zenith AI Supercomputer wed, 10 jun 2026 12:55:07 +0000
• Two Cambridge researchers awarded the Kavli Prize wed, 10 jun 2026 12:52:19 +0000
• New strategy to tackle bovine TB in England tue, 09 jun 2026 23:01:00 +0000
• A lack of sex held back life’s diversity for millions of years tue, 09 jun 2026 09:03:54 +0000
• Policy recommendations in climate-related research often ‘an afterthought’, major analysis finds tue, 09 jun 2026 09:01:34 +0000
• ‘Super-connected' teenagers key to tackling violent crime, study suggests tue, 09 jun 2026 08:17:23 +0000
• Cambridge Maths School rated ‘exceptional’ in every category of first-ever Ofsted inspection fri, 05 jun 2026 10:26:18 +0000
• New ‘universal vaccine’ technology could protect us from future virus outbreaks thu, 04 jun 2026 23:00:25 +0000
• New initiative launched for Cambridge-based start-ups in London thu, 04 jun 2026 11:20:11 +0000
• Mining for ‘clean energy’ metals driving widespread forest loss in Africa, study finds wed, 03 jun 2026 15:31:29 +0000
• Afghan Refugee Women’s cricket team to play in Cambridge on ground-breaking England tour wed, 03 jun 2026 14:19:17 +0000
• Robot fish could help explain how our ancient ancestors first learned to walk tue, 02 jun 2026 14:45:18 +0000
• US Ambassador visits Cambridge as University launches new centre for the study of America tue, 02 jun 2026 10:42:35 +0000