Durham, England

Many of the Milky Way's ancient stars are remnants of smaller galaxies torn apart by galactic collisions around five billion years ago, according to Durham University.

The removal of British composer, Sir Edward Elgar, from the £20 bank note is a sad day for the arts, according to a Durham University expert.

Durham University is celebrating the world class experience it offers students by conferring honorary degrees on those whose achievements highlight the "Durham Difference".

Secrets of the Universe are to be revealed by a new telescope equipped with the world's most powerful digital camera.

New research by astronomers at Durham University suggests conventional wisdom about the content of the Universe may be wrong.

The Yangtze River in China is 40 million years older than was previously thought, according to new research.

A song promoting a 'rhythm for success,' to inspire footballers to score more goals during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, has been composed using a new 'language' for African drums.

Durham University has cemented its place among the UK's leading higher education institutions, according to two prestigious national league tables.