The Papers: 'Top universities cut entry grades' and 'Uefa set for Infantino inquiry'
A roundup of Sunday newspaper headlines covers topics ranging from universities lowering entry grades due to falling international student numbers to allegations against FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Other stories include Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's comments on cancel culture and a royal controversy regarding funeral plans.
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This summary provides a snapshot of the diverse issues currently dominating the British media landscape, reflecting both social and institutional concerns.
Image caption, "Top universities cut entry grades as fewer foreign students apply" says the Sunday Times, reporting top institutions are becoming "more flexible" for students who miss their grades or apply during clearing. This follows a 10% drop in international students, the paper says, adding that their departure has left 55 universities with a total deficit of more than £500m.
Image caption, The Sunday Telegraph says Uefa is considering launching an investigation into Gianni Infantino's conduct during his tenure at the organisation, following the paper's reports that a woman was paid six figures after an alleged affair with Infantino when he was general secretary of the body. A spokesman for the now Fifa president was reported to have told the Telegraph Infantino "strongly denies these categorically untrue allegations".
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