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The recent explosion in the popularity of e-bikes has prompted a call for some big changes in Metro Vancouver pathways. Grace Ke has more on a UBC study looking at the risks of higher speeds in paths shared with pedestrians.

UBC Philosophy Professor Kimberley Brownlee discusses how Taylor Swift’s appeal and influence extend beyond her music, and how she fosters a sense of belonging among her fans.

UBC researchers say they’ve discovered mealworms eat microplastic and excrete only a small fraction of what they ate. As Alissa Thibault reports, they’re hoping their discovery will help deal with the world’s plastics crisis.

As climate change increases the risk of more frequent and intense flooding, UBC Forestry Professor Matthew Mitchell discusses the importance of rethinking the way we plan and prepare.

A destressing workshop for UBC chemistry graduate students proved to be a smashing success. Whether it be exams, classes or their personal lives, students were given a chance to release unwanted tension by shattering unsalvageable glass lab equipment.

The near-century-old firehall at UBC’s Point Grey campus is being relocated. As Sarah MacDonald reports, the large piece of the university’s history won’t be too far from its original home, thanks in part to the dedication of former firefighters.

A new UBC study has found mountain bikers in B.C. suffer a very high number of life-altering spinal cord injuries. Grace Ke reports.

The UBC football team’s road to the Vanier Cup begins with a sudden death playoff game Saturday. Barry Deley has the story

WATCH: In spectacular fashion, the University of Saskatchewan Huskies erased a 13-point deficit in the fourth quarter to stun the UBC Thunderbirds and advance to the 2024 Hardy Cup Final.

‘PFAS’, chemicals that are in a number of everyday products, are often invisible to the common eye, but can be deadly. As Emily Lazatin reports, work is being done at UBC to help reduce these risks.

Gender identity policies in schools have been a hot, political topic in New Brunswick, as well as in two other provinces where elections are fast approaching. A new study out of the University of British Columbia (UBC) is showing that the Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) program, which is designed to make schools safer...

A new study from UBC shows distracted walkers are at higher safety risk. Researchers say the data will help tell us how artificial intelligence can improve safety on the road for everyone. Alissa Thibault has more.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is Monday and UBC is celebrating 50 years of its Indigenous teacher program. Métis educator, Bailey Johnson joins Global News Morning to talk more about how the program inspired them to chose teaching as a career path.

The City of Vancouver has passed a motion put forth from Mayor Ken Sim, exploring ways to make the city bitcoin friendly, including exploring possibilities of accepting bitcoin for tax payments and fees. Jarrett Vaughan, adjunct professor at UBC’s Sauder School of Business joins Global News morning to discuss what this means and how could...

A march and event held at the University of British Columbia was just one of the events on Monday to mark the national day of Truth and Reconciliation. Andrea Macpherson attended the event and reports from the scene.

Ottawa is promising to crack down on illegal immigrants from crossing into the U.S. from Canada to appease incoming president-elect Donald Trump. UBC Professor Irene Bloemraad breaks down the new border restrictions and what impact they could have on stemming the flow of migrants.

UBC Family Medicine Assistant Professor Dr. Rita McCracken discusses the unintended consequences of B.C.’s new payment model for family doctors.

Get set to pay even more for food. The 15th annual Canada Food Price Report forecasts higher grocery prices in 2025. Global News Morning speaks with UBC Lead Kelleen Wiseman about the findings.

A UBC program that trains Indigenous teachers is marking its 50th anniversary. Kristen Robinson reports on the program and its success over the years.

Taylor Swift’s three Vancouver Eras Tour dates are expected to bring an estimated $157 million impact to the city and over 150,000 Swifties to Vancouver, according to Destination BC. Joining us to discuss more on the potential economic impact is Jarrett Vaughan, adjunct professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business.