Rage bait is Oxford Word of the Year 2025
Lexicographer Susie Dent explains the meaning of 'rage bait', the Oxford Word of the Year 2025, which beat 'aura farming' and 'biohack'. Discover its origins and modern usage.
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'Rage-bait' named Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press names 'rage-bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a troubling trend in digital media. Discover what this says about our online discourse.
Oxford Student Admitted Celebrating Charlie Kirk Shooting
George Abaraonye, ousted Oxford Union president, confessed to 'celebrating' Charlie Kirk's shooting to 'get a laugh'. Read the full story of the controversy that rocked the historic debating society.
Oxford Union President Apologises for Charlie Kirk Remarks
George Abaraonye, the ousted Oxford Union president-elect, issues a public apology after celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Read the full story and its consequences.
32 US Students Win 2026 Rhodes Scholarships
Meet the 32 American students, including cadets from military academies and scholars from Yale and Harvard, awarded the prestigious 2026 Rhodes Scholarship to study at Oxford. Discover their inspiring stories.
Trump's Oxford Snub: GOP Cancels 'Communist' Professor Meeting
Republican lawmakers abruptly cancelled a scheduled meeting with renowned Oxford academic Professor Mahmood Mamdani after Donald Trump's team branded him a 'communist', sparking academic freedom concerns.
Photo Oxford Festival Review: Captivating Visual Journey
Discover how the 2025 Photo Oxford Festival transforms the city into a living gallery, showcasing groundbreaking work from international artists and challenging our perception of photography.
Oxford Union president-elect ousted in dramatic vote
The prestigious Oxford Union faces internal crisis as president-elect Rachel Huang is removed from her position following allegations of misconduct, sparking fierce debate among members.
Oxford Union president survives no-confidence vote
Oxford Union President Luke Tryl triumphs in dramatic no-confidence vote following backlash over hosting controversial American speaker Charlie Kirk, in a heated debate that exposed deep divisions within the prestigious debating society.
Oxford Union votes to remove second president this year
The prestigious Oxford Union faces fresh controversy as members vote to remove their second president this year, raising questions about the future of the historic debating society.
Oxford Union president-elect ousted after Charlie Kirk death posts
The Oxford Union faces turmoil as president-elect Rufus Chuter is removed just hours after winning election, following controversial social media posts celebrating commentator Charlie Kirk's rumoured demise.
Oxford Union cancels Charlie Kirk event after protests
The prestigious Oxford Union has sparked controversy after abruptly cancelling a scheduled appearance by right-wing American commentator Charlie Kirk, following significant student opposition and security concerns.
Oxford Union suspends confidence vote amid intimidation claims
The prestigious Oxford Union has abruptly suspended a confidence vote in its president, Charlie Mackintosh, following serious claims of intimidation against officials. The historic debating society faces internal crisis as allegations rock its leadership.
Cambridge Professor's 'Rugger Buggers' Remarks Cause Fury
Renowned Cambridge professor Dame Mary Beard faces backlash after controversial remarks about 'thicko black rugger buggers' while defending academic freedom, igniting intense discussion about class and privilege in elite institutions.
Oxford scholars declare Tolkien's Lord of the Rings racist
Oxford University researchers claim J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth epic promotes 'racial hierarchy' and 'problematic' stereotypes in shocking new academic critique.
Oxford student probed over 'Zios' chant at protest
A Balliol College student faces university investigation after allegedly chanting 'Zios' at a pro-Palestine demonstration, sparking concerns about campus tensions and free speech boundaries at Oxford University.
Oxford and UK universities suffer worst performance in decade
Shocking new data reveals Britain's top universities, including Oxford, have recorded their poorest research performance in ten years, raising serious concerns about the UK's global academic standing.
Watford vs Oxford Utd: Championship Clash Live Stream
Watford host Oxford United in a highly anticipated Championship opener as both clubs target promotion. Get team news, streaming details and match predictions.
Oxford honours first indigenous female scholar after 100 years
A century after her groundbreaking studies, Māori scholar Makereti Papakura receives long-overdue recognition from Oxford University for her pioneering anthropological work.
University AI funding frozen over diversity policies
Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.
UC Berkeley celebrates 26th Nobel Prize winner
The University of California, Berkeley cements its status as a Nobel Prize powerhouse with its 26th laureate, joining an elite circle of institutions with multiple Nobel winners across diverse scientific fields.
Liverpool University removes 1000+ books in HarperCollins deal
Liverpool University sparks outrage by removing over 1,000 books from its library in partnership with HarperCollins, raising concerns about academic freedom and publisher influence.
SOAS accused of aiding China's repression of Tibetan student
SOAS faces mounting criticism after expelling Tibetan student Zhang Yadi following pressure from Chinese authorities, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign interference in UK universities.
Chinese PhD student arrested over Tibet research at SOAS
Chinese PhD candidate Zhang Yadi faces arrest after exposing human rights concerns in Tibet, raising alarms about academic freedom and foreign influence at London's SOAS University.
Academic Exodus: Professors Flee US South
A quiet crisis is gripping universities across the American South as a wave of professors, citing political interference and restrictive laws, choose to leave their posts for more tolerant states.
Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza arrive in UK
A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.
Professor 'Ashamed' After Hospital Cancels Palestinian Doctors' Event
A distinguished professor expresses profound shame after a major Australian hospital bearing her name cancels a conference featuring Palestinian medics, sparking accusations of censorship and a debate on academic freedom.
Oxford Street pedestrianisation plan advances with car-free trial
Mayor Sadiq Khan's ambitious plan to pedestrianise Oxford Street moves forward, with a major car-free trial day announced for 2024, transforming London's iconic shopping district.
Charlie Kirk's Free Speech Crusade Hits British Universities
Turning Point UK's Charlie Kirk ignites a fierce debate on free speech, academic freedom, and the Americanisation of Britain's campus culture. Exclusive analysis on the implications for UK higher education.
Disgraced Harvard Head Claudine Gay Attacks Successor
Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.
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