Report: Fiscal Rules 'Make No Difference' to Outcomes
A new report labels fiscal rules 'ineffective' and a 'self-awarded badge of honour', challenging Chancellor Rachel Reeves's 'iron-clad' framework. Read the full analysis.
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Farmers' anger at Labour continues despite tax U-turn
Despite a pre-Christmas U-turn on inheritance tax for farms, Labour faces deep-seated anger from farmers at the Oxford Farming Conference, with protests highlighting a crisis of trust in rural policy.
Weight returns in under 2 years after stopping jabs
New research from the University of Oxford shows people regain weight four times faster after stopping GLP-1 drugs than with behavioural plans. Discover the long-term implications.
Japanese hyōshigi clappers cut crime in Oxford suburb
Residents of Littlemore, Oxford, are using historic Japanese wooden clappers, hyōshigi, for neighbourhood patrols to deter criminals after tyre slashings and a stabbing. Councillor David Henwood explains how the method builds community spirit.
Oxford Street pedestrianisation board holds first meeting
The new Oxford Street Development Corporation has met for the first time, approving budgets and appointing key figures to drive the major London regeneration project forward.
UK mirrors US corporate greed, echoing Thatcher and Reagan eras
A Guardian letters analysis argues Britain's path under Thatcher parallels the US under Reagan, leading to deep inequality. Read the full critique and join the debate.
Last chance to see London's 2025 Christmas lights
London's festive displays, including Oxford Street and Regent Street, will soon be switched off. Find out the exact date for the 2025 lights and your final chance to see them.
Semenyo's £65m City Move Highlights Premier League Bubble
Antoine Semenyo's £65m move to Manchester City seems normal in England, but would be a record fee in most leagues. We analyse the Premier League's distorted transfer market and the striker bubble of 2025.
London's 2026 Transport Overhaul: Key Changes
From tube fare hikes and self-driving taxis to Oxford Street pedestrianisation, discover all the major changes coming to London's transport network in 2026. Stay informed.
Major Changes Coming to Westminster in 2026
Central London's landscape is set for a major overhaul in 2026. Discover the plans for Oxford Street pedestrianisation, new homes, a Trocadero casino, and a Tate Britain garden. Read the full details here.
John Terry rejects Oxford United manager links
Chelsea legend John Terry has publicly dismissed rumours linking him to the vacant Oxford United manager's job, reaffirming his commitment to his coaching role at Stamford Bridge.
John Carey's Oxford Legacy: Pugnacious Don & Class
A former student recalls the formidable John Carey at Oxford in 1958-59, exploring his sharp intellect and puzzling sensitivity to the university's class-consciousness. Read the full tribute.
Could Octopuses Build a Future Civilisation?
An Oxford professor predicts octopuses could evolve to build underwater cities and hunt deer if humans go extinct. Explore the science behind this startling evolutionary speculation.
Take City AM's 2025 Economics Quiz Now
Reflect on a turbulent year for the UK economy with City AM's 2025 Economics Quiz. How well do you remember the key events, figures, and policy shifts?
Lost medieval theory on planets discovered in Oxford
A 13th-century treatise by Oxford friar Richard Fishacre, proposing planets orbit stars beyond Earth, has been rediscovered. This challenges views on medieval cosmology. Read the full story.
Sydney's Queer Bookshop Darlinghurst Closes After 43 Years
The Bookshop Darlinghurst, a beloved LGBTQ+ community hub on Oxford Street for 43 years, has shut its doors. Discover the story of its final days and the legacy of its long-serving staffer, Noel Lee.
Michael Beale in Contention for Oxford United Job
Oxford United begin search for new manager after sacking Gary Rowett. Ex-QPR and Sunderland boss Michael Beale is an early frontrunner for the Championship role.
Oxford United sack manager Gary Rowett
Oxford United have dismissed manager Gary Rowett with the club in the Championship relegation zone. Read the full statement and what happens next for the U's.
See London's Christmas Lights in Under an Hour
Discover the perfect festive walking route to see London's dazzling Christmas lights, including Regent Street and Carnaby Street, all in under 60 minutes. Plan your visit now!
Duke of Marlborough charged with intentional strangulation
Charles James Spencer-Churchill, the 12th Duke of Marlborough, faces three charges of non-fatal intentional strangulation. The 70-year-old will appear at Oxford Magistrates' Court. Follow for live updates.
Duke of Marlborough charged with strangulation offences
The Duke of Marlborough, Charles James Spencer-Churchill, has been summonsed to Oxford Magistrates' Court on three counts of intentional strangulation. Read the latest on this developing story.
Jane Austen Chat Leads to Marriage for Oxford Couple
Darcy Green moved to Oxford for her masters, not love. But a chance meeting with Miranda changed everything. Discover their heartwarming story of unexpected romance, from a football screening to a winter confession.
Before the Millennium review: A powerful theatrical reckoning
A powerful new play at Oxford's Old Fire Station explores the legacy of Section 28 and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Discover this must-see theatrical reckoning.
Artist Jane Birt, wife of ex-BBC head Lord Birt, dies aged 82
Anglo-American artist Jane Birt, known for her watercolours, book illustrations and vibrant social life, has died aged 82. Discover her journey from 1960s Oxford to rural Wales.
Oxford Circus crash: Person in hospital, buses diverted
A person is in a major trauma centre after a crash near Oxford Circus. Four London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic and travel updates here.
Giggs shocks Oxford Street with surprise performance
UK rap icon Giggs halted Black Friday shopping on Oxford Street with an impromptu performance from a branded taxi, causing huge crowds and social media frenzy. Discover the details.
Oxford Street's former fashion college site set for major revamp
A former college campus near Oxford Street is set for a 'deep retrofit' into offices, a food hall and retail. Westminster Council calls it a 'highly commendable scheme' set to create hundreds of jobs.
Giggs brings Oxford Street to standstill with surprise show
UK rapper Giggs stunned shoppers with an impromptu performance from a taxi on Oxford Street, causing chaos. Fans shared the viral moment online. Read more.
The case for retiring the word 'mansplain'
As 'rage bait' wins Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year, columnist Zoe Williams argues it's time to decommission problematic terms like 'mansplain', tracing its journey from useful neologism to political weapon. Read the full analysis.
Oxford's Word of the Year 2025 is 'Rage Bait'
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.
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