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'It didn't come home' - Heartbreak for England as Spain triumph at Euro 2024
For yet another major tournament England fans have been left feeling crushed, as once again, it did not come home. England reached the final (Sunday 14 July) after beating the likes of Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia and the Netherlands. Spain
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Traffic CHAOS as FOUR separate crashes on two major Oxfordshire roads
6:48pm End of coverage All four crashes have been dealt with now by emergency services. This live blog will now
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Historic rose-planting ceremony dating back to 1970s takes place
A historic annual rose-planting ceremony took place once again as local environmental charity Earth Trust welcomed the chair of Oxfordshire County Council to plant a symbolic rose. Councillor Alison Rooke joined Earth Trust volunteer gardeners
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Primary school pupils raise cash for wildlife fund
Pupils at Northbourne Primary School, Didcot, put on their thinking caps and dreamed up all sorts of ideas to raise money for charity. One group in 1988 opened a White Elephant stall and charged friends 3p to hold Daffy the hamster, 1p to feed
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Wallingford Castle one of historical sites to work with leading model maker
A leading model house maker who has worked on a project at a castle in Oxfordshire said he is flooded with commissions from stately homes. Ben Taggart has worked at Wallingford Castle as well as The Broughton Hall Estate in the Yorkshire Dales,
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Getting a close-up look at a Cotswold Wildlife Park lion
Oxford Mail Camera Club winners have been taking lots of close-up photos of their favourite subjects. That was our latest weekly theme, and it prompted a wide variety of pictures, including those of insects, birds, pets, other animals and flowers
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Two children involved in car crash in Oxford city centre
Two children have been involved in a car crash in Oxford city centre this weekend. The incident happened on Saturday afternoon in the Rose Hill area of the city as a red Fiat 500 made off from Thames Valley Police officers. After being chased
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Dark circles under your eyes? Skincare expert reveals 5 tips to get rid of them
Trying to get rid of or conceal dark circles under your eyes can be an annoyance to deal with, especially if want to sort it quickly before heading out. A few surprising tips could help you with a short-term method, including using an everyday
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What happens when you get a fine in a rental car? Experts explain what to expect
If you’re going on a staycation in the UK or visiting family and friends for a special occasion, you might need to rent a car for your travels. However, sometimes you might find yourself in a tricky situation where you have received a fine for
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Investigate chilling real life ghost stories in Uncanny show with Danny Robins
STORIES of ghosts and spooky goings on have haunted humanity for thousands of years. And they show no sign of going away. Tales of encounters with spectral beings are a shared experience of people of every culture and country from around the world
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What happens if you forget to put a Royal Mail stamp on a letter?
No matter how organised you think you are, there will always be the odd time where you forget to do something rather simple, such as not putting a Royal Mail stamp on a letter. Whether it was after filling out a form in a rush or walking back from
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England concede late goal to lose Euro 2024 final to Spain
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Video shows gunman during Donald Trump assassination attempt at campaign rally
Video footage has been released which shows a gunman on a roof opening fire at Donald Trump during a campaign rally. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking to the ground
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Jeremy Clarkson fires shots at Budweiser in Hawkstone England row
Jeremy Clarkson has fired shots at Budweiser ahead of England’s Euro 2024 final tonight. England take on Spain in the tournament final on Sunday evening at the Olympiastadion in Berlin with a kick-off time of 8pm. American beer company Budweiser
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We tried Jeremy Clarkson’s new Hawkstone Hedgerow Cider at Oxfordshire farm
Jeremy Clarkson and Kaleb Cooper have released a brand new edition of their Hawkstone drink which is proving hard to get a hold of. The pair have become an entertaining duo having starred in three seasons of Clarkson’s Farm since the show’s release
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Police release arrested boy, 17, after chase leads to crash
An Oxford teenager who was arrested after a police chase led to a crash has now been released. The 17-year-old was apprehended following an incident which took place on Saturday afternoon in the Rose Hill area of the city. A red Fiat 500 made
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Headington School team wins esteemed rowing competition
A team of rowers from an Oxford school have won the final of a prestigious competition after defeating national champions from the USA and Australia earlier in the campaign. The girls from Headington School triumphed in the Prince Philip Challenge
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Oxfordshire's stagnant job market could suppress business creativity
Oxfordshire's stagnant job market may be suppressing economic growth, new figures suggest. The steady rate of job creation and destruction, known as "creative destruction", is necessary for long-term economic growth because it encourages new ideas
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Nine young Oxford dancers to perform in Sleeping Beauty production
A group of young dancers from Oxford are set to perform alongside international performers in an English Youth Ballet (EYB) production of Sleeping Beauty. The nine Oxford youngsters were selected in March to join the 90-member cast. They are
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Oxford Opera visits Oxfordshire primary school pupils
Primary school pupils in Bicester recently enjoyed a two day residency from the Oxford Opera company. Based on Mozart’s “The Magic Flute”, Bure Park Primary School pupils participated in a range of drama and music activities to engage in vibrant
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Thousands without electricity as major power cut hits town and Tesco
A power cut has left a Tesco supermarket and thousands of people without electricity in Oxfordshire. The incident first occurred at around noon on Sunday afternoon as houses and businesses across Abingdon were left without electricity. Scottish
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How many strawberries are eaten at Wimbledon? See how how much a portion costs
If there’s one thing we all associate Wimbledon with aside from the most talented tennis players in the world, it’s strawberries (and Pimm’s). Hundreds of people in the crowds are often spotted nibbling on the delicious bright red juicy fruits
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Can I drop a kerb myself? Find out if you need permission from your council
Having a dropped kerb in front of your house can be useful in many ways. Not only does it allow access to vehicles from a road, across the pavement, into a driveway or parking area but it can also add value to your home. However, if you are
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Would-be car thief breaks into Hyundai at Oxford services before fleeing scene
Police are searching for a man after a car was broken into at the Oxford M40 services. The incident occurred at around 9.30pm on Friday, June 7 as an offender broke into a silver Hyundai i20 while the driver was in the M40 Welcome Break services
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Doctor reveals 'best hangover cure' is a 'little-known' tipple the night before
The dreaded hangover after a night out can make or break a person. While most hangovers eventually fade on their own, some can linger for a full day, or perhaps longer. Now, health gurus have revealed a 'little-known' tipple that could help
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Steve Backshall: Dangerous animals migrating to UK is 'definite possibility'
BBC presenter Steve Backshall has warned that dangerous animals migrating to the UK is a 'definite possibility'. The beloved wildlife presenter was questioned on whether Global Warming will see the UK, a country renowned for being relatively safe
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Oxfordshire music festival crowds dazzled by Rylan and Nicole Scherzinger
Celebrities Rylan and Nicole Scherzinger helped dazzle crowds at a live music festival in Oxfordshire. Henley Festival is an annual event held in the town by the River Thames which has been held this year from Thursday, July 10 to Sunday, July
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All you need to know on new mystery series High Country airing on BBC One
High Country is a new Australian mystery-drama series that will be airing on BBC One very soon, but what's it all about? Described as a "fictional story inspired by true events" it follows Detective Andrea 'Andie' Whitford who is transferred to
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Do you need planning permission for a driveway? See when it applies to you
Sometimes it can be a nightmare trying to park your car in your own street if you don’t have your own driveway. Especially when coming home from work or a day out with the family and you discover there are no spaces left near your home in reasonable
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Another US fast food chain set to launch in UK with plans for 60 new restaurants
A US fast food chain is set to open new restaurants in the UK from 2025, with 60 currently planned. Dave's Hot Chicken has signed an agreement with the Azzurri Group to open the restaurants, with the first one planned for London in early 2025.
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Keir Starmer shares he is 'appalled' at attempted assassination of Donald Trump
Sir Keir Starmer has released a statement sharing he is "appalled" at the attempted assassination of US presidential candidate Donald Trump. The Prime Minister shared a statement on social media in the early hours of Sunday morning (July 14).
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What we know so far about the Donald Trump assassination attempt
US presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot and injured at a campaign rally, which also saw a spectator and the gunman killed. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking
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How much screen times is ok for kids? Expert reveals when it becomes 'unhealthy'
Screens follow us everywhere these days from tablets and TVs to phones and laptops. There is an entire ( and very addictive) digital world out there for our kids to discover whether it's scrolling on TikTok or liking Instagram posts. With the
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7,000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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College to host skills sessions for unemployed adults
A college is set to host skills sessions for unemployed adults. ODS and Abingdon & Witney College have announced they will partner to host an Employability Skills Session on Wednesday, July 24. Aimed at supporting unemployed adults in Oxfordshire
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Oxfordshire resident enjoys surprise visit from 101-year-old car
A Chipping Norton resident has been reunited with a 101-year-old car which he once drove across France. Murray, who lives at Southerndown Care Home, was "delighted" to receive a visit from the classic Alvis, which was built in Coventry in 1923.
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Council looking to take back control of local services
West Oxfordshire District Council is one of three local authorities considering taking more control over council services. Along with Cotswold District Council and Forest of Dean District Council, it will be considering proposals to return more
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McDonald’s staff 'told disabled woman we don’t care’ in row over toilets
A disabled woman says she was left flabbergasted after staff at an Oxfordshire McDonald’s allegedly told her they "did not care" about an issue with the toilets. Terry Boswell of Abingdon was visiting the fast food restaurant on Colwell Drive in
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Oxford University scientists to test two-in-one vaccine
Scientists at the University of Oxford have launched a new study to test a two-in-one respiratory vaccine. The phase one study will test a vaccine targeting both respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and human metapneumovirus (hMPV), and another for
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Update on £7million roadworks programme to prevent potholes in Oxfordshire
More than one million square metres of carriageway have been treated as part of a £7million programme aimed at preventing potholes. As part of its highway maintenance contract with Oxfordshire County Council, Milestone Infrastructure has completed
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Drop-in lung health check in supermarket car park to be held next week
Oxford University Hospitals is taking part in the national Targeted Lung Health Check programme which includes a free drop-in session next week. People aged between 55 and 74 who smoke, or who have ever smoked, are invited to take part in a free
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Oxford City Council to receive support from graduates to achieve net zero
Oxford City Council is set to receive support from a number of graduates to help it with its net zero plans. The Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), which operates in central southern England and the north of Scotland, is allocating
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OPINION: What would Nigel Farage make of Oxfordshire elections?
This is an editorial opinion piece which was recently published in The Oxford Times, sister paper of the Oxford Mail. There is a “completely different world” outside the M25 – it separates ‘lefty-liberal’ London from the rest of the UK, according
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University of Oxford named the second most photogenic university in the world
The University of Oxford has been ranked as the most photogenic university in the UK, and the second most in the world. Immerse Education analysed the number of Instagram and TikTok posts using university hashtags. Oxford took the top spot