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BGT viewers concerned over Simon Cowell 'disappearing' in episode cliffhanger
More talented acts tried to impress judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli tonight (May 25) on Britain's Got Talent (BGT). This included Magicians Assemble, made up of former BGT stars Ben Hart, Colin Cloud and Elizabeth
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'It was insane' - See who won the golden buzzer on Britain's Got Talent tonight
From a "Canadian Peter Kay" to a rapping librarian, Britain's Got Talent (BGT) viewers were treated to a huge variety of acts this evening (May 25). But did anyone receive a golden buzzer from hosts Ant and Dec or judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden
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'I'm losing the will to live' - BGT viewers react to Bikoon! and dancing bag
During tonight's episode of Britain's Got Talent (BGT), there was one act that left some viewers "losing the f***ing will to live". Bikoon! who performed tricks with a "lively" green duffle bag received several yes' from judges Simon Cowell, Amanda
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'Don't get it' - BGT fans confused over TikTok star and 'Canadian Peter Kay'
Britain's Got Talent returned to our TV screens tonight in the second to last episode of auditions, just days before the live semi-finals are due to start. One of the first acts to take to the stage in front of judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden
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NHS advises on how to avoid 'thunderstorm asthma' this summer
Oxfordshire NHS officials are urging people with asthma to use their preventer inhalers in the build-up to and during thunderstorms to reduce the risk of their condition getting worse. The recommendation stems from the increased risk of 'thunderstorm
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Wantage Community Hospital plans for refurbishment after public consultation
Wantage Community Hospital is set to undergo a refurbishment following a nine month period of discussions with the public. Wantage and Grove residents have engaged with consultations over the future services that can be provided at the hospital
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Village pub handed low food hygiene rating
An Oxfordshire pub near Wallingford has been hit with a low food hygiene rating after a recent inspection. The Queens Head in Crowmarsh Gifford has been handed a two-out-of-five food hygiene rating after an inspection on April 18 from the council
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Shaun Evans of ITV's Endeavour says Oxford has 'special place in my heart'
Endeavour actor Shaun Evans has revealed how Oxford has a 'special place in his heart'. The Inspector Morse prequel ran for nine seasons until the final episode in March last year. Mr Evans played a young Inspector Morse alongside Roger Allam
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SpyBiotech working with the University of Oxford on EBV vaccine
A biotechnology firm has agreed a sponsored research agreement with The University of Oxford for the development of a vaccine against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Oxford-based SpyBiotech announced the collaboration on May 23. EBV, a common virus
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New lemur twins at wildlife park ahead of annual fundraising week
A WILDLIFE park has celebrated its 70th lemur breeding success ahead of a its annual event focusing on raising money to help save the animals. Cotswold Wildlife Park, near Burford, Oxfordshire, has recently announced the birth of ring-tailed lemur
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Car mechanic dies after fatal fall at home
A CAR mechanic has died after an unwitnessed fall at his Abingdon home. Geoffrey Myers, 82, died at the John Radcliffe Hospital on May 6 this year after experiencing an ‘unwitnessed’ fall at his home in Overmead, Abingdon. The car mechanic
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New Labour councillor announced for Henley and Thame
A NEW Labour candidate for Henley and Thame has been announced ahead of the General Election. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced this week that an election will take place on July 4. Following the surprise election announcement, Alexandra
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Driver, 81, disqualified and fined over £1,200 for speeding on M1
A DRIVER has been fined over £1,200 and disqualified for speeding on the motorway. Jeffrey Tatham-Banks, of Crowsley Park, Henley, was caught on July 5 last year speeding on the M1. The 81-year-old was caught between junctions 39 and 40 northbound
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When are Britain's Got Talent live semi-finals taking place? See ITV schedule
After many golden buzzers (who is even counting at this point), this weekend will see the last auditions of Britain’s Got Talent 2024 air on ITV. To date, we have seen some impressive acts from huge choirs, dancing dogs and even stripping jugglers
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Police concerned about missing woman's welfare
POLICE are concerned about a missing woman from Oxford. Mari Sidi has been reported missing from Littlemore today (May 25). It is unknown at what time she was last seen or what she was wearing. Officers have stated they are concerned for her
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Amazing mega haul from Oxfordshire angler in county lake
One Oxfordshire fisherman has hauled in a massive catch at Manor Farm - catching 30 carp with a collective weight of more than 800lbs. Ben Oakes' "red letter session" included catching five fish over 38lbs. Ben said his top catch of the day
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Duchess welcomes a big cheque for hospital’s newborn baby unit
Oxford Mail photographers were kept busy recording cheque presentations and other events supporting local hospitals. Fundraising activities were organised all over the county and organisers were keen to get maximum publicity for their efforts and
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Our camera club snappers have been capturing new life
Oxford Mail Camera Club snappers have been capturing new life. That was the latest weekly theme, and it prompted club members to send in lots of photos of chicks and goslings. There were also photos of piglets and other farm animals. READ
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Our thoughts on new Westgate restaurant with Deep Fried Mars Bar on the menu
Oxford Westgate Centre's newest restaurant with a 'chippy style' has opened its doors and we went along to try it out. Opening this week on the rooftop of the Westgate, Six by Nico, known for its rotating six-course tasting menus, started with
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City-wide anti-littering campaign to be launched in Oxford
An anti-littering campaign is set to be launched across Oxford this summer. Oxford City Council and Oxford Direct Services will work together on the city-wide initiative targeting hotspots like Cornmarket and green spaces such as Port Meadow.
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More than 1,500 people in Oxfordshire lose benefits during Universal Credit switch
MORE than 1,500 people in Oxfordshire have been stripped of their benefits during the ongoing switch to Universal Credit, new figures show. Anti-poverty charity Turn2Us said it is 'deeply concerned' hundreds of thousands of people across Britain
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Rise in abortions recorded in Oxfordshire
THE were more abortions recorded in Oxfordshire in 2022, new figures show – as the number hit a record high across England and Wales. Abortion provider MSI Reproductive Choices said it believes cost-of-living pressures and a lack of access to contraception
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JK Rowling puts Oxford MP on spot about her definition of women
AN Oxfordshire MP has been put on the spot by JK Rowling after being asked what her definition of women is. Speaking to Emma Barnett on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour back in 2022, Oxford East MP Anneliese Dodds struggled to define what a woman is,
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Queuing system for trains after FA Cup final in Wembley Stadium
AN extended queuing system has been put in place at Wembley Stadium for football fans getting back to Oxfordshire by train. Today (May 25) will see Manchester City play Manchester United in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium with a kickoff time
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Body of missing woman, 32, found by police
POLICE have confirmed that a missing Oxfordshire woman has died. Barbara, whose last name has not been released, went missing from West Oxfordshire on Wednesday (May 22). She was last seen near Cogges Manor Farm in Witney, heading towards
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Flood warning issued for parts of Oxfordshire
A FLOOD alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for parts of Oxfordshire this weekend. The Government body has issued a statement today (May 25) warning residents that flooding is ‘possible’ in some parts of the county. It states that
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Pub staff member stole over £1,500 in cash from business
A PUB staff member has been charged after stealing over £1,500 in cash. Alex Newcomb was caught stealing a total of £1,576 in cash from Brewers Fayre in Bicester between August 4, 2018 and September 10, 2023. The former pub employee was charged
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Road closure for pride parade affects bus service
STAGECOACH Oxfordshire has reminder commuters that a road in Witney will be closed today for the fourth annual pride parade. Witney High Street will be closed today (May 25) between 12pm and 12.30pm for the pride parade. Stagecoach Oxfordshire
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Fern Britton in shock talks to make 'dream' return to ITV's This Morning
Fern Britton has revealed she is in talks to return to This Morning after previously presenting alongside Phillip Schofield from 1999 to 2009. The 66-year-old star recently appeared on the sofa as a guest but now says she has been approached to
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Major bacteria and pest risk as one-rated corner shop leaves food outside
An Oxford corner shop has posed a major bacteria and pest risk after leaving produce outside for over an hour. GG Oriental Snack Shack on Cowley Road serves a variety of Asian food, groceries and snacks to the local community. The small supermarket
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Work takes place to protect railways from trees
Environmental work has taken place to protect and manage trees that are alongside train tracks on the Chiltern main line. Network Rail arborists have been working between Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire and Marylebone in London in an attempt to
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Indian takeaway hit with low food hygiene rating
An Indian takeaway in Wantage has been hit with a low food hygiene rating after a recent inspection. Penguin Indian Dosa & Fish Bar on Mill Street has been handed a two-out-of-five food hygiene rating after an inspection on April 18 from the council
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Motorists urge authority to cut 'dangerous' grass verges
Motorists have urged an authority to cut "dangerous" grass verges suggesting "they may have an accident on their hands" if action is not taken. Householders at Preachers Lane in Oxford are saying they are not able to see oncoming traffic pulling
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The Oxonian looks at the trips Oxford United will make next season
NOW look, The Oxonian can do words, but numbers are not really his, or her, speciality, writes The Oxonian. So I am going to rely on Mr Pedant to pile into the comments below and apply actual mathematics to the following article. Who do you think
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - ALEX NEWCOMB, 30, of Brunswick Street, Leamington Spa, pleaded guilty to one count of theft by employee after stealing £1,576 of cash from Brewers Fayre in Bicester between August 4, 2018
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Oxford house prices increased more than regional average in March
Oxford’s house prices in March increased more than the regional average according to new data. House prices increased by 1.3 per cent in Oxford in March which is more than the average for the South East. The rise contributes to the longer-term
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Tourist slams 'k***heads in short shorts' climbing 'clapped' Scafell Pike
Scafell Pike is England's tallest mountain making it a magnet for climbers and sightseers alike. In the heart of the Lake District, thousands flock to Seathwaite to test themselves on what is considered one of the toughest 'three peaks' despite
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Elevating Home Care: A Journey with BelleVie Care
In an era where personalised care and community support are paramount, joining a community-based care at-home company like BelleVie Care opens doors to a world of compassionate assistance and holistic well-being. At BelleVie, we pride ourselves on
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Minister visits historic Oxford Covered Market
A government minister has visited the Covered Market in Oxford as it celebrates its 250th anniversary. Kevin Hollinrake, Minister for Business and Trade, visited the historic market on Wednesday. The visit, which coincided with the Love Your
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Which supermarket sells the best £5 bottle of white wine? I happily found out
During a cycling trip last summer, I had a white wine experience that will never leave me. After passing Venice and making our way towards the Slovenian border, the Italian landscape slowly shifted from majestic Renaissance buildings to eventually
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Which supermarket sells the best £5 bottle of red wine? I happily found out
Midweek trips to the pub, family and friends around for drinks after a walk, Brits love an excuse for a tipple. And it never tastes better than when it's drunk on the weekend - when the wine doth floweth. After all, a meal without wine is breakfast
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Napoleonic re-enactment to take museum back in time
A museum is set to be transported back in time as it hosts a living history event this summer. On June 1 and 2, Chiltern Open Air Museum in Buckinghamshire will welcome more than 100 Napoleonic re-enactors alongside 12 cavalry horses from the Napoleonic
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BBC presenter to share love of nature at bird festival
A cameraman and TV presenter is set to feature at a bird-themed festival this summer. Waddesdon Manor, near the Oxfordshire border, has organised a range of bird-themed exhibits, interactive events and activities from May 22 until October 27 for
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What time is Britain's Got Talent on? When to watch final auditions on ITV
There will be a double bill of Britain's Got Talent (BGT) on ITV this weekend (May 25 and 26) as the 2024 auditions come to an end. The 2024 series of BGT began last month (April 20) on ITV with judges Simon Cowell, Bruno Tonioli, Alesha Dixon
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GALLERY: Relive Monday’s open-top bus tour with our sensational photos
OXFORD United celebrated their promotion to the second tier of English football with an open-top bus tour on Monday evening. The parade started at The Plain, before then going over Magdalen Bridge, and along the High Street towards Oxford Town
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A thank you to James Henry for the goals, assists and seven years of loyalty
HAS anyone settled down after Saturday’s performance and Monday’s celebrations yet? Me neither, writes OxVox vice-chair Ali Wolfe. It has been a remarkably enjoyable extension to our season, with memories made which will last a lifetime. Usually
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Behind the scenes from an unbelievable week for Oxford United
ALL the superlatives have been used in the past week to describe Oxford United’s historic promotion to the second tier of English football. The Oxford English Dictionary (naturally) has been raided by anyone connected to the U’s, with no words