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🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Glitter, rainbows and gummi bears: Sydney Mardi Gras parade 2026 – in pictures

The Sydney Mardi Gras parade 2026 celebrated with vibrant floats and thousands of participants on Oxford Street, featuring an array of colorful displays.

Feb 28 • 12:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After reconstruction, car traffic will be prohibited on one section of Oxford Street in London

London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced that vehicle traffic, including bicycles, will be banned on a significant 1.1 km stretch of Oxford Street between Oxford Circus and Marble Arch.

Feb 27 • 20:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

London will pedestrianize Oxford Street, its most famous street, to make it 'safer and more pleasant'

London plans to completely pedestrianize Oxford Street starting September to enhance safety and enjoyment for pedestrians, particularly focusing on tourism.

Feb 27 • 13:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Cutting one food slashes risk of five cancers up to 30 percent

Research indicates that a vegetarian diet can significantly reduce the risk of certain cancers, although it may increase the risk of esophageal cancer.

Feb 27 • 06:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Cancer risk increased by 30% by these diets, Oxford University study reveals

A new study from Oxford University indicates that certain diets can increase cancer risk by 30%, while vegetarian diets can significantly lower the risk of several cancers.

Feb 27 • 01:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Vegetarian diet can slash risk of five cancers by up to 30%, study finds

A study by the University of Oxford indicates that a vegetarian diet reduces the risk of five types of cancer by up to 30%, although it may increase the risk of esophageal cancer.

Feb 27 • 00:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Technological Unicorns: When Science Takes Innovation in Generative AI and Robotics Seriously

The article reflects on pivotal moments in the author's career that shaped their journey in the fields of generative AI and robotics, highlighting influential mentors and collaborations.

Feb 23 • 09:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Word of Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey delivers a powerful speech at the Oxford Union Society, reflecting on morality, truth, and public perception amidst his legal troubles.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Studying in Japan, going to bed at 7 PM due to concentration - Commentary by Ben Maybury

Ben Maybury, a well-known soccer commentator who has lived in Japan for over 20 years, discusses his journey of studying Japanese and his motivation behind learning the language.

Feb 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Booster Vaccines Against COVID-19. Scientists Checked Their Effectiveness

A study by researchers from the University of Bristol and the University of Oxford evaluated the effectiveness of COVID-19 booster vaccines, revealing their significant impacts on older populations.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Manchester LIVE: Police and ambulances swarm Oxford Road in massive 999 response

A significant emergency response took place on Oxford Road in Manchester, involving police and ambulances attending to a welfare concern.

Feb 19 • 13:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Oxford Economics: When Will the Pay Gap Between Greece and Europe Close?

A webinar by Oxford Economics raised concerns over Greece's wage gap with the rest of Europe, suggesting little improvement is expected in the coming years.

Feb 19 • 13:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Oxford vs Man Utd in FA Youth Cup TV channel with JJ Gabriel and Kai Rooney set to feature

Manchester United and Oxford United are set to clash in the FA Youth Cup quarter-finals on February 18, 2026, with live coverage available on various platforms.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Oxford Economics: The 2020s could be Greece’s decade

A recent webinar by Oxford Economics suggests that while Greece's economy shows improving fiscal figures, demographic challenges may hinder long-term growth.

Feb 18 • 10:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Oxford Economics: Greece's Big Bet Until 2030

The financial outlook for Greece is improving, but long-term growth is closely tied to demographic challenges, as discussed in an Oxford Economics webinar.

Feb 18 • 10:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Design in Oxford: The Brits can be eccentric too

The article explores the extravagant design of the Randolph Hotel in Oxford, likening it to a unique college experience that merges real and fictional narratives.

Feb 18 • 09:53 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

A rotating cosmic thread breaks records... Scientists observe the largest spindle structure in the universe

Researchers led by the University of Oxford have discovered a massive cosmic structure identified as the largest known rotating thread of galaxies, located about 140 million light-years from Earth.

Feb 18 • 09:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Training more Britons may not cut net migration or plug skills shortages, study finds

A study from Oxford's Migration Observatory suggests that plans to train more UK workers may not significantly reduce net migration or address skill shortages.

Feb 18 • 00:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Wes Moore confronted on reported misrepresentations about missing Oxford thesis, story about great-grandfather

Maryland Governor Wes Moore faced scrutiny regarding claims about his educational background and family history during a CBS News town hall.

Feb 17 • 19:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Is Oxford vs Sunderland on TV? How to watch FA Cup tie: TV channel, stream and kick-off time

The FA Cup fourth-round match between Oxford United and Sunderland will be broadcast live on TV and streaming services.

Feb 15 • 07:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Chatbot AI Instead of a Doctor? Scientists from Oxford Warn

A study from Oxford highlights the risks of using AI chatbots for medical advice, questioning their effectiveness compared to traditional methods.

Feb 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reuters Institute awards scholarships to journalists in Oxford

The Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism is accepting applications for its Journalist Fellowship Programme 2026–2027 until February 13, 2026, aiming to select about 30 journalists worldwide for a 3- or 6-month immersion in the UK.

Feb 11 • 21:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An Oxford study warns about the risks of using ChatGPT for seeking medical advice

A recent study from Oxford University warns that AI, particularly ChatGPT, is not reliable for medical advice, highlighting significant gaps in its practical application in healthcare.

Feb 10 • 20:19 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

This Day in History. The Conflict at the Oxford Inn Escalates into a Riot between Students and Locals

A historical account details the tensions and conflicts between university students and local townspeople in 11th century Western Europe.

Feb 10 • 06:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Anatomy Olympiad gathers students from Oxford and beyond in Tartu

The International Anatomy Olympiad, organized by medical students, brings participants from across Europe to Tartu, Estonia.

Feb 10 • 05:41 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Study: AI Robots Do Not Provide Good Health Advice

A study reveals that while AI robots may pass exams for healthcare professionals, they do not provide better health advice than traditional methods, posing risks for patients relying on them.

Feb 9 • 20:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Research: Artificial intelligence chatbots give incorrect health advice

A recent study reveals that AI chatbots, despite their ability to pass medical licensing exams, do not provide better health advice than traditional methods and can lead to dangerous misdiagnoses.

Feb 9 • 16:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Man sobs 'I'm going to miss GTA' as he's arrested for murdering ex-girlfriend

Robert Richens, who was arrested for murdering his ex-girlfriend, expressed regret over missing the video game GTA during his arrest.

Feb 8 • 15:37 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Dorothy Sayers / How the Queen of Detectives Deciphered the Code of Education

The article discusses Dorothy Sayers' provocative views on education and literacy, delivered during a speech at Oxford.

Feb 8 • 14:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

66 side-effect update for anyone on Atorvastatin, Simvastatin, or Rosuvastatin

A new study from the University of Oxford suggests that most side-effects associated with statins are not caused by the medications, prompting a call for updates to patient information leaflets.

Feb 6 • 06:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Major statins review dismisses many side effects in boost for millions

A comprehensive study indicates that many side effects attributed to statins, such as memory loss and depression, are not actually caused by the medication, suggesting a need for updated labeling.

Feb 5 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ChatGPT classifies Southeast Brazilians as 'more intelligent' and inferiorizes North and Northeast, study shows

A study by researchers from the University of Oxford reveals that ChatGPT shares biased information about different regions of Brazil, classifying Southeast Brazilians as 'more intelligent' while undermining those from the North and Northeast.

Feb 4 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

ChatGPT reproduces regional prejudices and classifies Northeasterners as 'ignorant'

A new study from the University of Oxford reveals that ChatGPT perpetuates cultural stereotypes, labeling Northeasterners in Brazil as 'ignorant' and suggesting that citizens of certain states possess negative traits compared to others.

Feb 4 • 09:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

146 Light Years Away: This is How Users Reacted to the Idea of Living on Another Planet

The ongoing search for habitable planets garners reactions on social media, especially after scientists from Queensland, Harvard, and Oxford discovered a potentially habitable planet named 'HD 137010 b', located 146 light years away.

Feb 2 • 12:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Bioethics Against the Grain: Are Men Disadvantaged Because They Cannot Have Children?

Philosopher Kimberley Brownlee at Oxford argues for compensatory measures for men who cannot become pregnant, suggesting that being a man equates to being disabled.

Jan 12 • 12:28 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Bioethics Against the Grain: Are Men Disadvantaged Because They Cannot Have Children?

Philosopher Kimberley Brownlee argues at Oxford University that men may be disadvantaged due to their inability to become pregnant, challenging traditional views on reproductive rights.

Jan 12 • 12:28 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Conan O'Brien explains why Donald Trump is a bad topic for comedy

Conan O'Brien argues that Donald Trump, while often mocked by comedians, is actually a poor subject for comedy due to the seriousness of the political climate surrounding him, as discussed during his recent visit to the University of Oxford.

Jan 10 • 13:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

After weight loss injections, the pounds return quickly - What the experts say

Experts discuss the effectiveness of weight loss injections, highlighting that significant weight gain often occurs shortly after treatment cessation.

Jan 9 • 06:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘They are going after everything rural’: inheritance tax U-turn does little to dampen farmers’ anger at Labour

Farmers in Britain remain angered despite Labour's recent U-turn on inheritance tax affecting farms, as showcased by a symbolic coffin presented at the Oxford farming conference.

Jan 8 • 18:14 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Life & Tech

Weight loss with medications will revert much faster after ceasing use

A study from Oxford University reveals that individuals who lose weight using GLP-1 weight management drugs regain their previous weight within two years, four times faster than those who lose weight through other methods.

Jan 8 • 08:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New alert for everyone taking semaglutide and tirzepatide weight loss jabs

A study reveals that individuals using semaglutide and tirzepatide for weight loss regain weight much faster after stopping the medication compared to traditional dieters, highlighting the need for ongoing support.

Jan 8 • 06:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Oh the times, oh the morals - as we classical scholars say

The article discusses the University of Oxford's consideration to change Latin phrases used in graduation ceremonies for the first time in 800 years in response to student demands.

Jan 8 • 04:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Medications: What Happens After Stopping Weight Loss Injections

British researchers warn that those considering weight loss injections should understand that their success may be short-lived after stopping treatment, according to a new overview published in the British Medical Journal by Oxford University researchers.

Jan 7 • 23:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Medications: What Happens After Stopping Weight Loss Injections

British researchers highlight that individuals considering weight loss injections should expect long-term commitment, as stopping these treatments can lead to rapid loss of any achieved weight loss.

Jan 7 • 23:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

People who stop taking weight-loss jabs regain weight in under two years, study reveals

A study from the University of Oxford finds that individuals who discontinue GLP-1 agonist weight-loss injections regain all lost weight in under two years, faster than those on other weight loss plans.

Jan 7 • 23:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Smaller farms in England to be prioritised for nature funding, minister to announce

The environment secretary will announce at the Oxford Farming Conference that smaller farms will be prioritized for nature funding under the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme, with larger farms allowed to apply later.

Jan 7 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

The beautiful UK town that's like a 'mini Oxford' with independent shops and weekly market

The article highlights a beautiful UK town known for its charming independent shops and a vibrant weekly market, drawing comparisons to Oxford.

Jan 7 • 12:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Championship match postponed as EFL programme falls victim to the weather

The Championship match between Sheffield United and Oxford United was postponed due to adverse weather conditions affecting the playing surface and player safety concerns.

Jan 4 • 10:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The super economist from Oxford who dismantles all the myths he defended for decades: 'Economics is not a science like physics'

An exploration of an Oxford economist's views challenging long-held beliefs in the field of economics, emphasizing its distinction from the natural sciences.

Dec 30 • 00:03 UTC

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