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Mathematicians employ AI to track new Covid-19 variants
Artificial intelligence is being employed by mathematicians at Oxford University and Manchester University to uncover new variants of Covid-19. This AI framework could potentially assist in tracking other infectious viruses in the future. Mathematicians
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Fasting month begins for Muslims as crescent moon spotted
Muslims in Oxford and around the world will start to abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset as the holy fasting month of Ramadan begins. Officials saw the crescent moon on Sunday night in Saudi Arabia, home to the holiest sites in Islam
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Driver remains in serious condition after horror crash takes life of Oxford woman
The driver of a car involved in a crash on the M4 that took the life of a woman from Oxford remains in serious condition in hospital. The crash happened at around 11.50am on Saturday (March 9) as a Volvo S40 left the carriageway and collided with
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Two arrests after police helicopter deployed in search
Two men were arrested after a police helicopter was deployed in a search across Oxford. A helicopter from Thames Valley Police was deployed as part of the hunt for suspects who tried to evade officers today, Monday (March 11). Police said after
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Here's where you can watch the Red Arrows at a summer event
The Red Arrows will be celebrating their 60th anniversary this summer at this year's Royal International Air Tattoo. There are less than five months remaining until the event, which takes place just outside Oxfordshire, scheduled for July 19 to
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Dog dies of suspected Alabama Rot
A couple who lost their dog to a suspected deadly disease hope to raise £10,000 for a UK charity dedicated to finding a cure and raising awareness of key symptoms. Shaun Reynolds and Lilly McCarthy, from Lambourn, said goodbye to four-year-old
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'Massive bang': Teenager wants council to pay after pothole damages car
An Oxfordshire teenager who drove over a pothole which caused "a massive bang" is expecting those responsible to pay for damage. Adam Gould, born and raised in Bicester, was left fuming when his Volkswagen Polo GTI struck the "seven-eight inches
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Oxford United Women suffer third straight defeat
OXFORD United Women conceded three second half goals as they slipped to a 3-0 defeat at Hashtag United. The hosts hit the crossbar early on, before Leah Burridge sent an effort just over at the other end 10 minutes later. Izzy Cook’s strike
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RAF Brize Norton celebrates International Women's Day with special tea event
In conjunction with International Women's Day, the RAF Brize Norton held a fundraising afternoon Tea Event. RAF Brize Norton celebrated International Women's Day on March 8, with a special of focus of learning about the history of the Women’s Institute's
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Suitcase with cash inside stolen from outside M&S
A suitcase with cash has been stolen after being placed down outside Marks & Spencer in Oxford. While working outside the store on Queens Street on February 24 a person placed a suitcase down at around 3.30pm where it was stolen from. The suitcase
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More arrests over violent disorder ahead of Oxford United game
Police have arrested three more people as new CCTV images have released relating to a violent disorder prior to Oxford United's game against Reading last year. More than 30 people have been arrested following reports of public fights in Reading
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‘Small details make a big difference’ as U’s head north to Bolton
DES Buckingham says small details such as travel arrangements and preparation for a game can play a key part in Oxford United getting a positive result. The U’s are travelling north this afternoon, and will stay over ahead of tomorrow night’s clash
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Road to close for 'number of hours' for crash investigation works
A main A-road in Oxfordshire will be closed for a "number of hours" for investigation work after a crash, police have confirmed. Emergency services were called to the A44 between the Chipping Norton turn off the Enstone turn off at around 8am after
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Police release image of topless man after supermarket car park attack
Police have released an image of a topless man after a person was assaulted in a supermarket car park. A person driving a van on Ambassador Avenue on January 28 at 2.25pm was approached by another person who got out of a black Mini Cooper and opened
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Is Instagram and Facebook down? Users report issues with log in, app and website
Users have reported problems with Meta-owned Instagram and Facebook this afternoon (March 11) with many unable to use their social media accounts. On DownDetector, there were 2,586 Instagram reports as of 12.54pm - 89% of those recorded said they
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Book of condolence: Tributes to missing man found dead in park
The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a man who was found dead at a park in South Oxfordshire. Darren, whose surname was not provided by officers, was last seen in Abingdon at around 4.30pm on Saturday, March 9 before being reported
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Motoring experts warn all drivers to avoid one thing as car cloning offences rise
Brits often share what they’re up to on social media but motoring experts have issued a warning to drivers to not share one detail to their accounts. Motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk are urging drivers to avoid posting videos or photos of their
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Florence Pugh attends Oscars as Oppenheimer sweeps up
Florence Pugh joined her Oppenheimer cast members at the Oscars as Christopher Nolan’s epic biopic won seven prizes. The film about J Robert Oppenheimer, the theoretical physicist described as the father of the atomic bomb, was named best picture
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Heavy A34 delays due to incident
12:49pm We are now closing this live blog as this incident has been cleared. Thank you for following our live coverage
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Book of condolence: Tributes to man found dead in city park on Mother's Day
The Oxford Mail has opened a book of condolence for a man who was found dead at a nature park in the city on Mother's Day. Emergency services arrived at Spindleberry Nature Park in Blackbird Leys at around 9.15am on Sunday, March 10 after a passerby
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Road closed for investigation work after crash
Police have closed a main A-road in Oxfordshire for investigation work after a crash. Emergency services were called to the A44 between the Chipping Norton turn off the Enstone turn off at around 8am after a collision The incident caused the
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Jewellery and watches targeted in home burglary
Burglars broke into a home before stealing jewellery, watches and money. Police said the thieves got inside the property on Shirbun Road in Watlington by smashing a glass panel at a door at the home. Police are appealing for witnesses to the
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10 things you should never post online according to online security experts
In 2024 we rely heavily on our phones, laptops and all manners of other types of technology. Connecting to the internet, for that matter, is also important for work, socialising and keeping up to date with general goings on. Although the internet
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Alison Hammond 'never wanted' This Morning hosting job
Alison Hammond “never wanted” to host This Morning full time, she has revealed. The popular presenter currently co-hosts the ITV daytime show on Fridays with Dermot O’Leary, but insisted she did not want to take on the full time presenting job.
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Middle-lane hoggers on motorways targeted by new National Highways campaign
A national campaign has been launched to tackle middle lane hogging on motorways, as well as tailgating. A poll, commissioned National Highways, found that nearly a third of drivers admit hogging the middle lane on motorways at least “occasionally
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Kensington Palace remains silent on Kate Middleton’s ‘edited’ Mother’s Day photo
Kensington Palace has remained silent over claims the Princess of Wales’ Mother’s Day photo was "manipulated". It was the first official photo of Kate Middleton that has been released since she underwent abdominal surgery in January this year at
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Vet issues important flea warning to all dog and cat owners
A vet has issued a warning to all cat and dog owners to keep an eye out for sings their pets may have fleas, with infestations at this time of year “more common than many people realise”. Flea bites can cause serious skin irritation to both pets
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Power cut leaves hundreds without electricity
11:14am Power has now been restored in the affected area, according to SSEN.
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Heavy A34 delays after incident
11:13am We are now closing this live blog as this incident has now cleared. Thank you for following our coverage.
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Priory Healthcare fined £650,000 after death of mental health patient
Care provider Priory Healthcare has been fined £650,000 for safety failings linked to the death of a patient who was hit by a train after absconding from a mental health hospital. Personal trainer Matthew Caseby, 23, was originally detained under
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Heavy delays as police called to rush hour crash
6:14pm Thanks for following our live blog. 2:13pm
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Police find arrested man who escaped custody after hospital visit
A man who escaped police officers after being arrested in relation to a domestic-related incident is now back in custody. Ricky Ousley had been arrested and taken into custody in Abingdon but fell ill so was then taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital
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Youth clubs offer lots of activities for bored teenagers
Many of us will remember the days when our children told us: “There’s nothing to do around here.” Youth clubs in many parts of the county helped fill that gap, providing activities for bored teenagers – and the Oxford Mail was often there to record
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Everything we know after Oxford woman dies in M4 horror crash
An Oxford woman was pronounced dead at the scene following a horror crash on the M4 this weekend. The collision occurred at around 11.50am on Saturday morning as a Volvo S40 left the carriageway and collided with a tree. Emergency services
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Sell your car for more money in 2024
Nearly two thirds of Brits think that they’re destined to lose money when selling their cars, according to Motorway’s nationwide research. But that’s simply not the case! With Motorway, the UK’s fastest-growing used car marketplace
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - CHRISTIAN ELLIS-LEACHMAN, 20, of Farmers Close, Witney, indicated guilty to possession of a Class B drug, a quantity of cannabis, in Witney on April 13 last year. He was fined £100 and
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Hollywood star Damian Lewis chats Billions and Tarantino ahead of Oxford gig
Hollywood actor Damian Lewis has talked ahead of his live music gig in Oxford. Having starred in films, television and plays across a career which spans over 30 years, the celebrity is now making music too. Damian released his debut album Mission
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Teenager wins gold medal at world championship
A TEENAGER from Oxfordshire is celebrating after winning a gold medal at a martial arts world championship. Tommy Carter, 15, trains with his dad at Devil’s Muay Thai Gym in Wantage, and recently competed at the Amateur Muay Thai World Open, held
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Weightlifters secure medals at national championships
WEIGHTLIFTERS from an Oxfordshire club secured three medals at recent national championships. St Birinus Weightlifting competed at the England Age Group Championships in Maidstone, Kent, and came back with two gold medals and a silver. Sebastian
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Greg Leigh discusses his new role within Oxford United side
GREG Leigh was delighted to get back on the scoresheet after playing a more defensive role for Oxford United. The left back began his U’s career on fire, with three goals in his first full month seeing him named Sky Bet League One’s player of the
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Roadworkers ‘confronted with knife and threatened with shooting’
Roadworkers have been “confronted with a knife” and have been threatened with shooting” in Oxfordshire. These instances, along with some staff being racially abused and manhandled, have all happened in the county in the last decade leading to a