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Oxford Union holds “This House Believes the West is Right to be Suspicious of Islam” Debate

Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, otherwise known as Tommy Robinson, is due to speak at the Oxford Union at 8.30 pm this evening at a debate on the motion “This House Believes the West is Right to be Suspicious of Islam”. The event has drawn condemnation from University societies, local politicians, and local faith leaders.

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Home Office proposes doubling of Campsfield capacity

The Home Office has proposed a second phase of development to the Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre (IRC), increasing its capacity from 160 to 400 beds.

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New Oxford campaign seeks to demystify genetic and neurological conditions using animations

A new educational campaign developed by the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford aims to make neurodevelopmental disorders easier to understand through a series of animated videos.

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Twelve Oxford Scientists receive prestigious Royal Society Fellowship

Twelve University of Oxford researchers have been elected as fellows to the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of sciences. They join a cohort of 90 scientific researchers elected this year from around the world who specialise in fields ranging from “astronomy and cancer research to mathematics and biotechnology”.

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Poor JCRs £90,000 worse off

Investigation reveals striking disparities in JCRs' wealth.

Sikh Temple ordered to close

Future uncertain for last place of worship available to Sikhs in the city.

Oriel students form gleeful club

Students at Oriel are setting up their own glee club inspired by the popular TV show Glee.

Fraudulent LMH fresher sent down

A student forged parts of his UCAS form to secure a place at Oxford.

Meat Free Mondays – surely some misteak?

Three colleges have adopted the Meat Free Mondays concept.

Wadham bar prices rise in cash

Drinks prices in the Wadham bar have risen by up to 25 per cent for those paying in cash, after the college introduced a Bod Card payment system this term.