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Young Reporter, How has AI Affected schools? Emily Freeman Sibford School
How have artificial intelligence advancements in technology affected schools? The creation of AI has majorly impacted schools today, increasing students' performances in tests and giving them easy access to help with schoolwork. However
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Main road closed as emergency services rush to incident
11:33pm Two men taken to hospital with serious injuries after assault Two men have been taken to hospital with serious
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Witney Town Council seeks personal D-Day stories for 80th anniversary
To mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the largest air and seaborne invasion in history, Witney Town Council is looking to uncover the stories of locals who were involved. The Council is aiming to unearth the personal histories of people who were
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Vale of White Horse District Council approves 2024-2025 budget
Despite "major challenges", the Vale of White Horse District Council has approved the 2024-2025 budget, guaranteeing "quality" local services. Against the backdrop of below inflation funding increases and cost-of-living pressures, the Council has
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Open day invites students to explore future study options
Students are being invited to an open day to explore their educational options ahead of the next academic year. Activate Learning's spring open event will take place at the City of Oxford College and University Centre city centre campus on March
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Camera club beginner snaps otter in Oxford lake
Camera Club members have been taking lots of photos of water during the wet weather. The River Thames, the Oxford Canal and Port Meadow all featured among the photos sent in by club members to match our weekly theme. But it was Jo Brown’s photo
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I'm a Celebrity star 'attacked' after confronting dog owner as pet trapped
Star of Hollyoaks and I'm a Celebrity Owen Warner has shared his encounter with an angry dog owner after they left their pets in a locked car. Warner, posted the video on Instagram, showing two small white dogs left locked in the car, concerned
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Calls for funding to make roads safer after cyclist killed in crash
There have been calls for more funding to make Oxfordshire roads safer after a cyclist has been killed in a crash. A 54-year-old cyclist, named locally as David Braim, was killed in a crash on Frieze Way in Kidlington yesterday (February 24) evening
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Cyclist killed in crash named locally as tributes flood in
A cyclist killed in a crash on a main round near a busy roundabout has been named locally as tributes flood in from the community. Tributes have been paid to David Brain after the 54-year-old cyclist has been killed after a crash on Frieze Way
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Call the Midwife's Matthew faces emotional shock as drama returns
BBC’s popular drama Call the Midwife is set to return this Sunday after a two-week break left many fans disappointed. The show was postponed due to the Bafta’s Film Awards taking place on Sunday, 18 February, seeing Call the Midwife forced to change
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Second half hat-trick sees off 10 men of Oxford City
MARCUS Dinanga’s hat-trick helped see off the 10 men of Oxford City, who are now 11 points from safety in the Vanarama National League. Luke Hannant gave home side Gateshead the lead from the penalty spot, before Andre Burley picked up his second
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New restaurant given low food hygiene rating in first inspection
A new restaurant in Oxfordshire has been handed a low food hygiene rating. Banana Tree Henley on Hart Street in Henley-On-Thames was visited by the South Oxfordshire District Council's Environmental Health team on Wednesday, January 17. The
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Jobs fair in Oxford to connect job seekers with employers
A new jobs fair is coming to Oxford this March. Taking place at Oxford Town Hall on March 6, the event aims to bring together job seekers and a host of employment opportunities at both local and national organisations. The event will give people
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Musical parody to visit Oxford on UK tour
A musical parody is coming to Oxford as part of its UK tour following its 10-week run in London. Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch, will tour the UK from February 22 to July 14. The show will be performed to audiences at
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A Sunday stroll supports hospital's special care babies
Fine weather helped to make a Sunday stroll along the River Thames even more enjoyable for these fundraisers. Eight members of staff at the Berinsfield food processing firm of Manley Ratcliffe enjoyed the sunshine as they followed the river for
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Business and residents urged to pass on their surplus food
A city food waste charity that collects for free is urging local residents and businesses to donate usable surplus food they no longer have use for. The Oxford Food Hub, based in Botley, issued a fresh appeal on Wednesday, highlighting that Oxfordshire
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Our player ratings after Oxford United lose at home to Leyton Orient
THE Oxford Mail player ratings after Oxford United were beaten 2-1 at home to Leyton Orient. JAMIE CUMMING Made a handful of stops, including a brilliant one from a Tom James free kick which looked like it was heading straight for the top corner
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Police 'increasingly concerned' for man last seen heading to railway station
Police are growing "increasingly concerned" for the welfare of a missing man last seen heading towards a railway station. Daniel, aged 29, from Banbury, left his home at 9am yesterday (February 24) before being seen heading towards the town centre
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Book of condolence: Tributes to cyclist killed in crash near roundabout
The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a cyclist who was killed in a crash near a busy roundabout. A silver VW Golf was travelling towards the A44 roundabout yesterday (February 24) on Frieze Way in Kidlington when it collided with
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Strictly's Annabel Croft offers support to GMB's Kate Garraway after Derek's death
Strictly Come Dancing’s Annabel Croft has offered her support to Good Morning Britain’s Kate Garraway, following the loss of her husband Derek Draper. Derek died last month at the age of 56 after he became “critically ill” following a cardiac arrest
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How often should you have an eye test? See if you are eligible for free NHS test
Many of us will often complain that we need to get our eyes checked because we can’t see properly or have to strain to see certain things, either in the distance or up close. But how many of us book an eye test when we need to and have you ever
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How to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease in just 15 minutes
An expert has shared four ways you can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease in just 15 minutes. Spending our day at a desk can be very damaging to our health but just 15 minutes can reverse the damage, a new study has revealed. 481,688
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Cyclist killed in crash on main road near busy roundabout
A 54-year-old cyclist has been killed after a crash near a busy roundabout. Police officers were called to the scene on Frieze Way in Kidlington at about 6.40pm yesterday (February 24). A silver VW Golf was travelling towards the A44 roundabout
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U’s skipper should return for trip to league leaders
ELLIOTT Moore should be able to make his Oxford United return for next weekend’s trip to league leaders Portsmouth. The U’s skipper has missed the last three games with a hip problem, but is set to return to full training in the next few days.
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Strictly's Amy Dowden shares huge health update
Strictly Come Dancing’s Amy Dowden has shared a huge health update with "words I dreamed of", telling fans there is “no evidence of disease” after her latest health check following cancer treatment. The 33-year-old was diagnosed with breast cancer
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Diddly Squat Farm hints at second site with mysterious message
Diddly Squat Farm appears to be readying a new site after a mysterious message from the shop owned by Jeremy Clarkson. The farm shop, made popular by the hit Prime Video show Clarkson's, took to social media to announce that “exciting news” is
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Des Buckingham rues his side conceding ‘very avoidable’ goals
DES Buckingham rued his Oxford United side conceding two ‘very avoidable’ goals in their defeat at home to Leyton Orient. United took the lead through Tyler Goodrham’s backheeled flick inside the six-yard box, with 20 minutes on the clock.
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Flood warnings in place as river levels remain high
There are six flood warnings in place today with water levels remaining high across the county. The warnings include the Thames at Abingdon where the Environment Agency says flooding of property, roads and low-lying land is expected overnight and
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Oxford United boss addresses Tyler Burey’s continued absence from matchday squad
DES Buckingham said he understands supporter frustration at not seeing Tyler Burey in the matchday squad. After being omitted for yesterday’s defeat at home to Leyton Orient, Burey has now been left out of the last three Oxford United matchday
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The UK's most popular chocolate bar has been revealed
From the likes of Cadbury's Boost and Crunchie to Nestle's KitKat and Smarties the most popular chocolate bars in the UK for 2024 have been revealed. There are so many chocolate bars to choose from these days with the likes of Cadbury, Mars and
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UPDATED: Police searching for missing man last seen more than 24 hours ago
* Daniel has now been found, Thames Valley Police has confirmed today (February 26) * Police are searching for a man who has been missing for more than 24 hours. Daniel, aged 29, from Banbury, was last seen yesterday morning in Marshall Road
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The Chester Arms in Oxford: 'Proper pub famous for great food and amazing steak'
AN oasis of civilized calm with a dependably cheerful welcome, The Chester Arms is a gem of an Oxford pub – and among the city’s very best. Tucked away at the bottom of a steep side street, where the terraces of East Oxford give way to the woods
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King Charles's gardener shares how to get your garden ready for Spring
A senior gardener to King Charles has shared how to get your garden ready for Spring. There's no better time to start preparing your garden for better weather now that Winter is on its way out. Jack Stocks, the King's senior garden, has worked
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ITV I'm A Celebrity reportedly set to 'avoid' political campmates for 2024 series
Although we are still quite a few months away until the return of I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! on ITV, bosses are reportedly planning a huge shake-up for the next series. Those in charge of booking the stars to enter the Australian jungle
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UK science minister takes part in ceremony to mark £40 million scheme
The UK science minister took part in a ceremony to mark the start of a £40 million research and development building scheme in Abingdon. Andrew Griffith MP was present as the ceremony celebrated the Nebula scheme at Milton Park. This 80,000
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Former MI5 worker celebrates 102nd birthday at care home
A 102-year-old former MI5 worker has celebrated her birthday at a care home near Banbury. Chacombe park care home resident Patricia Ruck Keene celebrated her birthday with a homemade cake. Ms Ruck Keene, a mother of four, was surrounded by
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Wildlife trust calls for focus on nature in next general election
The Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is calling on all future MPs to prioritise nature in the upcoming general election. The trust has highlighted bringing back lost wildlife, ending river pollution, creating a
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New Magdalen Bridge design tells traffic keep left
We complain about many things in Oxford today, but just imagine what life was like 250 years ago. Roads were poorly maintained, while streets were dirty and badly lit and blocked by stalls and carts on market days. Pedestrians had to jostle
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Paedophile threatened suicide if young girl, 14, did not send him nudes
A PAEDOPHILE has been jailed for eight years after threatening to kill himself if a 14-year-old girl did not send him naked photographs. Ashley Bourton was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Friday (February 23) for three counts of attempted sexual
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Volunteers pack 500 bags for OX5 charity run
Staff at a bank in Oxford have donated their time to support the Oxford Children’s Hospital Charity. Oxford Metro Bank's staff helped by packing 500 runner bags for OX5 Run participants. This annual running event is the largest fundraiser for
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'Andrew Gant hit me': Council critic with disability speaks out
A disabled former soldier has claimed that the county council highways boss “hit” him, while he protested against controversial transport measures. John Center, who was in the army for nine years and served in Bosnia, spoke out at an Oxfordshire