August 2025 news

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HEATWAVE: One-in-five homes not equipped to handle hot weather, say experts (VIDEO)

With heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense, researchers at Loughborough University are warning that many UK homes are no longer fit for rising temperatures – and overheating is putting health and wellbeing at risk.
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Loughborough University welcomes sector’s hospitality teams to campus as the hosts of the 2025 TUCO Summer Conference

This year, Loughborough University proudly hosted the University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Summer Conference.
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Inspiring Loughborough graduate finds belonging at university through volunteering

Daisy Newton, a recent Industrial Design graduate from Loughborough University, is a shining example of someone who has made the most out of her time at university, with her experiences not only shaping her own personal development but leaving a lasting impact on the University and its wider community.
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Loughborough-linked athletes set for Women's Rugby World Cup 2025

Loughborough University will be well represented at the upcoming Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 as players, coaches, and practitioners have all been confirmed in squads for the tournament.
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Mapping Britain’s inequalities by identity

Researchers from Loughborough University have identified a new way to map Britain’s inequality – not by geography, but by identity – opening up new opportunities for detecting their consequences across multiple outcomes.
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Two exceptional academics appointed to lead Loughborough University Schools

Loughborough University is pleased to announce the appointment of two exceptional academics as Deans of the University.
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Celebrating 20 years of transforming lives through sport

A pioneering collaboration of seven UK universities, including Loughborough University, has marked 20 years of impactful partnership with Zambian NGO Sport in Action.
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In Jane Austen’s Persuasion, respite is a key ingredient for romance

It’s that time of year again. Flight costs are up, schools are out, and anyone lucky enough to afford a break is heading – literally or metaphorically – for the hills. Some might harbour visions of a beautiful stranger alone in a beach or bar, someone who takes a keen interest in them, gives them the best two weeks of their lives then disappears into the sunset. This is probably what most of us imagine when we think of a holiday romance: something magical and fleeting, but removed from everyday life.
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USA Women's Eagles arrive in Loughborough ahead of Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 (VIDEO)

Loughborough University has welcomed the USA Women's national rugby union team to campus ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025.
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The Life of Chuck: Stephen King adaptation celebrates the richness of ordinary life

“I’m still excited when somebody makes a movie out of something that I’ve done,” Stephen King recently told The Guardian. This openness to exhilaration on King’s part is remarkable, given that he is such a widely adapted writer. To date, more than 90 of his novels and short stories have been adapted for cinema and television (and more adaptations are currently in production).
Nat Panagarry will play for Lightning in the 2026 Netball Super League (NSL) campaign.

Lightning announce squad for 2026 Netball Super League campaign

Loughborough Lightning are thrilled to confirm their full squad the 2026 Netball Super League (NSL) season.
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Loughborough University to exhibit at the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibits on Tour

The University is proud to be part of the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibits on Tour, taking place 30-31 August 2025, a weekend packed with activities, short films and engaging talks, all celebrating the wonders of science.
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Sir David (Den) Davies, former Vice-Chancellor

We are saddened to announce that Sir David Davies CBE FREng FRS FLSW, former Vice-Chancellor of Loughborough University, has passed away at the age of 89.