Linkin Park, Limp Bizkit and Guns N’ Roses have been announced as headliners for next year’s Download Festival at Donington Park. The three-day rock and metal event will feature over 90 artists, marking Linkin Park’s first female-fronted performance and Limp Bizkit’s debut headlining slot.
Acclaimed Hollywood actress Diane Ladd, a three-time Oscar nominee and mother of Laura Dern, has passed away at the age of 89. Ladd, known for Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore and Wild at Heart, died at home in California with her daughter by her side.
Right-leaning student groups at UK universities are increasingly merging with or shifting to Reform UK, as Conservative student societies struggle to attract members and young right-leaners say the Tories have “lost relevance.”
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says she is prepared to face unions over compulsory Year 8 reading tests and wider extracurricular programs, arguing urgent action is needed to address poor literacy and disengagement among working-class students.
Sheffield Hallam University halted a major research project on Uyghur forced labour after pressure linked to China, sparking an academic-freedom dispute and later prompting a reversal and apology.
Canada’s stricter student visa policies have led to a 74% rejection rate for Indian study permit applications in August — more than double last year — signalling a major shift for one of the largest sources of international students.
Starbucks has entered a $4 billion joint venture with Boyu Capital, giving the Chinese investment firm a 60% stake in its China retail operations as the coffee giant looks to accelerate growth, especially in smaller cities.
NextStar Energy, the Stellantis-LG Energy Solution joint venture, is expanding its Windsor plant beyond EV batteries to begin large-scale production of energy-storage system batteries by the end of November, driven by growing demand for renewable energy storage.
Air Canada is extending its pause on Aeroplan points expiry to Nov. 30, 2026, giving members additional time to keep their points active ahead of changes coming to the loyalty program in 2026.
After nearly six years of closure, the Princeton University Art Museum has reopened in a striking new 146,000-square-foot building. Designed by Adjaye Associates, the modern structure contrasts sharply with Princeton’s historic campus but delivers an intimate, inclusive, and ambitious space for students and visitors.
