American cracks 200-year-old British cipher in minutes
A US-based codebreaker has effortlessly deciphered a cryptic two-word message from a 200-year-old letter found in a UK university archive, leaving experts stunned.
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Council demands family take down 4ft snowman in safety row
A family in Oxford is at the centre of a festive feud after the council demanded they tear down their 4ft snowman, citing bizarre 'health and safety' concerns in a move branded as pure 'Grinch-like' behaviour.
Marlowe credited as Shakespeare's co-author in historic revision
Groundbreaking research confirms Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe was credited as a co-author of William Shakespeare's Henry VI plays in the New Oxford Shakespeare, rewriting literary history.
Teens Shift from Social Media to Passive Video Consumption
Groundbreaking Oxford research uncovers a dramatic change in how teenagers use the internet, moving away from active social media engagement towards passive video consumption, with profound implications for their development.
AI Expert: 'We Are Building God' Without Safety Measures
A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.
Moderate Drinking Shrinks Brain, Scars Liver: Oxford Study
A major new study from the University of Oxford delivers a sobering warning: regular, moderate alcohol consumption is directly linked to reduced brain volume and increased liver fat. Discover the hidden damage in your glass.
Bradley Walsh Teases New The Chase Spinoff Show
The Chase host Bradley Walsh has sent fans into a frenzy after teasing a brand new version of the hit ITV quiz show, promising a fresh and exciting twist on the classic format.
Scientists: Taylor Swift's Music Can Act As A Painkiller
A pioneering study from the UK's University of Oxford finds that listening to your favourite music, especially emotionally resonant tracks by artists like Taylor Swift, can significantly reduce physical pain, offering a potential alternative to traditiona
New 'Axis of Evil' Bigger Threat Than Nazis: Historian
Oxford historian Professor Mark Almond issues a chilling warning that the burgeoning alliance between Russia, China, and North Korea presents a more formidable and dangerous threat to the West than the Nazis did in the 1930s.
Bulgarian pickpocket gang arrested at Selfridges London
A sophisticated Bulgarian pickpocket gang targeting wealthy shoppers in London's iconic Selfridges store has been arrested in a major police operation, recovering stolen high-value items.
Public helps police catch knifeman in dramatic Thames chase
In a stunning display of public courage, a boat owner joined police in a dramatic river chase to apprehend a suspect who jumped into the Thames in a desperate bid to escape. Watch the moment of capture.
Life for thug who stabbed stranger on Tube in random attack
A violent attacker has been sentenced to life in prison for a brutal, unprovoked knife attack on a stranger at Oxford Circus Tube station during the evening rush hour. Read the full shocking details.
Oxford Study Names 36 Jobs Most Likely Replaced by AI
Groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford exposes the 36 professions at highest risk from the AI revolution, from telephone sales to bookkeeping. Is your job on the list?
Oxford Circus Stabbing: Two Men Hospitalised in Rush Hour Attack
Exclusive: Violent daylight stabbing at Oxford Circus Underground station sparks major police response and raises urgent questions about public safety in central London.
Oxford Circus Stabbing: Police Release CCTV of Suspect
Metropolitan Police hunt for suspect after multiple people stabbed in shocking daylight attack at Oxford Circus Tube station. Commuters describe scenes of panic as emergency services rushed to central London incident.
Wytham Abbey Price Slashed 60% After No Buyers
The historic Wytham Abbey near Oxford, once priced at £65m, has seen its asking price dramatically reduced by 60% to £25m after failing to attract a buyer in one of Britain's most stunning property market dramas.
Mother gets 25 years for son's school shooting crime
Jennifer Crumbley, wrongfully convicted of involuntary manslaughter, spends 25 years behind bars while maintaining her innocence in tragic school shooting case that shocked America.
I'm A Celebrity's Charlie Brocket in court on rape charges
Aristocrat and former reality TV star Charlie Brocket, 54, faces serious allegations after being charged with rape and assault. The heir to the Brocket Hall estate appeared at Oxford Crown Court for a preliminary hearing.
Knifeman Targets Travis Scott's London Music Video Set
Shocking incident on the set of Travis Scott's new music video in Central London as a knifeman threatens a crew member. Metropolitan Police arrest a 29-year-old suspect on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
Oxford: AI Puts 8 Million UK Jobs at High Risk
Groundbreaking research from Oxford University reveals artificial intelligence could disrupt millions of British jobs, with white-collar professions facing the greatest threat from the AI revolution.
School shooter's diary reveals he thought he was 'saving' peers
Exclusive: Disturbing diary entries from a teenage school shooter who killed four classmates reveal he saw himself as a saviour, believing he was rescuing them from relentless bullying. The journal, presented at his mother's trial, paints a harrowing pict
The Chase Contestant Tragically Dies After Filming Episode
A contestant on ITV's popular quiz show The Chase has sadly passed away shortly after filming their episode, leaving the show's team and fans devastated. The episode is still scheduled to air later this year.
Don't Call Aliens 'Little Green Men' - They Might Be Offended
A provocative new paper from an Oxford academic argues that our search for extraterrestrial intelligence is hampered by human-centric biases and potentially offensive stereotypes like 'little green men'.
Archaeologist Penelope Mountjoy, Mycenaean pottery expert, dies
Celebrating the life and legacy of Dr Penelope Mountjoy, the pioneering British archaeologist whose meticulous work on Mycenaean pottery chronology revolutionised our understanding of the Late Bronze Age Aegean world.
House of Fraser's London Oxford Street Store to Close
The historic House of Fraser store on London's Oxford Street is set to close its doors for good, marking another major blow to the UK's struggling high street and retail sector.
Urgent Search for Missing Oxford Student Andrew Hunt
Thames Valley Police issue desperate plea for information as 22-year-old Oxford University student Andrew Hunt remains missing for over a week. Last seen in Summertown area.
Oxford academic faces backlash over foreign workers comments
An Oxford academic and prominent refugee campaigner has sparked controversy after calling for limits on foreign workers in the UK, drawing accusations of hypocrisy from critics.
Oxford University's luxury bus for students sparks outrage
Exclusive: Oxford University faces backlash for hiring a luxury double-decker bus to transport students just 1.5 miles between campuses, as many struggle with the city's severe accommodation shortage.
Oxford Scientist Claims Mathematical Proof for God's Existence
A groundbreaking paper by Dr. Alex Andrews from the University of Oxford uses formal logic and mathematics to argue for the existence of God, challenging atheistic worldviews and sparking intense debate among academics.
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