British university scientists have discovered a species of bushcricket that boasts the largest testicles in the animal kingdom, representing 14 percent of their total body weight.

Hundreds of Chinese pilots and airline staff owe their grasp of English to the University of Derby.

By Steve Doughty 'MICKEY Mouse' university degrees are costing taxpayers more than 40million a year, a report said yesterday. Researchers found more than 400 lightweight courses on offer at 91 different educational institutions.

AGE: 14. HISTORY: In 1992, Derbyshire College of Higher Education became the University of Derby. ADDRESS: University campus is about one mile from the centre of town on Kedleston Road. AMBIENCE: Housed in an area that was originally three separate buildings. Has a new learning resource centre.