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International Advisory Board to strengthen global leadership in primary care

The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences has announced an International Advisory Board to advance its Strategy 2025–2030 and global collaboration. ...

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Mentions of AI in BBC 500 Word stories increases

Analysis by Oxford University Press of stories entered finds mentions of AI increase by 50%.

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Fears new town will 'ruin view' of historical gardens

Dorchester Living wants to build one of Oxfordshire's largest housing developments at Heyford Park.

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U's striker Lankshear relieved to end goal drought

The Tottenham Hotspur loanee says he was "really pleased" to score for Oxford United in their 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion.

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What future for Donnington Bridge?

Built in 1962 it's one of Oxford's major Thames crossing points.

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Man jailed for manslaughter over fatal punch

Leszek Kaminski died after being punched in the face by Stanley Saxon in central Oxford.

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Expert Comment: The war in the Gulf

Dr Rob Johnson, Director of the Oxford Strategy, Statecraft, and Technology (Changing Character of War) Centre and Senior Research Fellow of Pembroke College, University of Oxford, analyses the strategic implications of the US–Israeli airstrikes on Iran, assessing ...

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'Without Oxford University, we don't get Dr. Seuss'

To coincide with Dr Seuss Day, the BBC looks back at how Oxford University helped create the icon.

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'Acts of kindness are key during Ramadan'

Muslims in the south of England describe their lives during the holy month.

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Bridge could require lengthy repairs or replacement

Donnington Bridge in Oxford links Abingdon Road to Iffley Road over the River Thames.

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Oxford United

Will Lankshear speaks to Nathan Cooper after scoring the winning goal against West Brom.

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Weekly round-up: Five stories you may have missed

A missing dog being found 167 miles away from home was among our most read stories in the south.

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Big Picture: This week's images from the South

The best images sent to us from Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and Oxfordshire.

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Widow's petition calls for police family support

Jason's Law would help bereaved families in cases where someone has taken their own life.

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Widow's petition calls for police family support

Jason's Law would help bereaved families in cases where someone has taken their own life.

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West Brom win 'big day' for Oxford - Bloomfield

Oxford United head coach Matt Bloomfield says his side's 2-1 win over fellow strugglers West Bromwich Albion was a "big day" for the club.

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South weekly quiz: How will Lisa and Jo cross India?

Test your knowledge of news from Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight with our quiz.

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South weekly quiz: How will Lisa and Jo cross India?

Test your knowledge of news from Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight with our quiz.

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Niece pays tribute to 'much loved' Big Issue seller

Paul Crawford was a friendly face often seen outside the shops in Summertown, Oxford.

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Niece pays tribute to 'much loved' Big Issue seller

Paul Crawford was a friendly face often seen outside the shops in Summertown, Oxford.