November 2025 press releases

Refugees who left their homes and became successful business owners – in their own words

Refugee-founded businesses are not only surviving but thriving – creating jobs, community connections and hope in the process. The 2025 Refugee Entrepreneurship Network (REN) Summit at Loughborough University London celebrated the resilience and success of founders from across the world. Here are the stories of three Loughborough-linked starts ups that have achieved great things…

When Korea defied China’s security demands it targeted its entertainment industry – new research

In 2016, China banned South Korean television shows, pop idols and entertainment exports after Seoul allowed US missile systems on its territory.
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Loughborough-made battery system promises clean cooking with hydrogen for remote African communities

A new project, led by experts from Loughborough University, has seen the creation of a battery system that will provide remote African communities the energy they need to cook cleanly and more environmentally friendly.