News
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Leeds welcomes back Irish President
Irish President Catherine Connolly returned to the University of Leeds for the first time since she graduated, as part of her first official visit to England.
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Protecting insurance in a changing climate
An early warning system that detects increasing levels of climate impacts is being developed by academics, insurance industry partners and the Met Office.
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Robotic treatment offers new hope for liver cancer patients
A 92-year-old woman from North Yorkshire has become the first UK patient to receive a pioneering robotic-assisted treatment for a liver tumour which previously had no viable options.
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Major climate report shows Earth is getting hotter faster
Strong and consistent evidence shows that the entire climate system is continuing to heat, driving rapid global warming.
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New rail tunnels could heat homes
New railways could hold the key to cleaner, cheaper heating, through using underground tunnels as a heat source.
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Trial shows e-cargo bikes can replace cars
A major trial of e-cargo bikes which saw dozens of families use them for shopping, leisure and commuting shows they have the potential to reduce car use and improve health, say researchers.
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'Learn as you earn' route to success
A University of Leeds degree apprentice says the ‘learn while you earn’ route was invaluable in gaining a national award at the age of 22.
