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Cambridge chancellor condemns “racist feeding frenzy”
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 17, 2026 at 2:16 PM ET
Summary: Cambridge chancellor Chris Smith says it was right to refuse a “racist feeding frenzy” over plagiarism claims.
WHO: Chris Smith, University of Cambridge chancellor
WHAT: Condemned a “racist feeding frenzy” prompted by plagiarism claims over academic Jason Arday.
WHEN: Aug 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Cambridge, England
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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