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King and Queen attend historic Royal Maundy Service at Durham
We marked a truly historic and joyous occasion with the visit of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla for the Royal Maundy Service at Durham Cathedral.

Statement on the death of Pope Francis: A Pope of Compassion
New research reveals socio-economic influences on how the body regulates eating
Pope Francis dies – an unconventional pontiff who sought to modernise Catholicism
Philosophy study suggests ‘negligent racism’ shaped global Covid-19 response
Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened
New study links wealth inequality and human sustainability across millennia
Professor Andrew Pontzen appointed to STFC Council
Cosmologist Professor Andrew Pontzen has been appointed to the council of one of the UK’s main research funding bodies.

Two of our scientists awarded prestigious quantum fellowships
Two early career bioscientists will tackle health challenges with prestigious award
Broaden your horizons with our Postgraduate Support Scholarships
We are delighted to announce 100 Postgraduate Support Scholarships to support eligible UK students from low and middle income backgrounds who apply for postgraduate study starting in September 2025.

Our Careers & Enterprise Service achieves prestigious professional standard
Choral Society set to fill Newcastle Cathedral with the sounds of Baroque masterpieces
How our bodies react when we use social media – and when we stop
Dr Niklas Ihssen, from our Department of Psychology, explores what happens to our bodies when we social media - and what happens when we stop.

Sudan civil war: despite appearances this is not a failed state – yet
Children from poorer families do worse at school – here’s how to understand the disadvantage gap
European universities launch major declaration on tackling climate change
Thirty-nine European universities have come together to launch the Durham Declaration, which will shape our joint efforts towards sustainable development.

Celebrating sustainable development in the heart of Durham City
Alumni support sees revitalisation of historic garden in the heart of Durham
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Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio
Japanese Children's Day
Durham World Heritage Site celebrations
Twilight Talk: Shakespeare Recovered - Preserving Durham’s Folio
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Walking in Durham: Houghall, Low Burnhall and Croxdale
The Melsonby Hoard
As we welcome World Heritage Day on 25 April, we explore the historically significant discovery of one of the most important Iron Age finds in decades, with over 800 artefacts, dating back to around 1st Century BC- 1st Century AD.