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Police using facial recognition: is it a problem?
Police have used live facial recognition in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and the Thames Valley.
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Science park approved on nature reserve quarry site
The former quarry near Faringdon is a site of special scientific interest.
'Peace' and 'six-seven' are children's words of 2025
More than a third of children polled by Oxford University Press choose peace as their word of 2025.
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Council budget cuts delay plans for new mortuary
Oxfordshire County Council is looking to save £7.1m by pausing plans for a new mortuary.
How we got great photos of the Northern Lights
BBC South's Weather Watchers explain how they captured some stunning shots.
MPs demand meeting over 'spiralling' reservoir costs
Layla Moran, Charlie Maynard and Olly Glover say they have "serious concerns" about the project.
Russell Brand granted bail after two further sexual offence charges
The comedian and actor was charged with one more count of rape and one of sexual assault.
New study finds that ChatGPT amplifies global inequalities
New research from the Oxford Internet Institute at the University of Oxford, and the University of Kentucky, finds that ChatGPT systematically favours wealthier, Western regions in response to questions ranging from 'Where are people more beautiful?' to 'Which c...
'Aggressive behaviour' against flag removal teams
One councillor tells the BBC that officers have been working in balaclavas out of a "fear of reprisal".
Gossip: Oxford continue pursuit for Savage
Oxford United are expected to continue their pursuit of Reading midfielder Charlie Savage, 22, despite having a bid of £500,000 rejected.
Oxford United snap up Forest midfielder McDonnell
Jamie McDonnell is the U's second arrival since the appointment of head coach Matt Bloomfield.
Oxford United sign South Korea winger Jeon
Oxford United sign South Korea winger Jin Woo Jeon from K-League champions Jeonbuk Hyundai.
Oxford United sign South Korea winger Jeon
Oxford United sign South Korea winger Jin Woo Jeon from K-League champions Jeonbuk Hyundai.
Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.
Water companies to face regular MOT-style checks in industry shake-up
The government says the industry will have "nowhere to hide", but campaigners say the reforms do not go far enough.
Northern Lights give stunning display across south of England
Striking bright colours are seen across the south of England as the Aurora Borealis lit up the sky.
Advice for carers after council benefit confusion
An investigation finds three councils in Oxfordshire were displaying incorrect tax information.
Advice for carers after council benefit confusion
An investigation finds three councils in Oxfordshire were displaying incorrect tax information.
Why are the south's railway lines affected by landslips?
A guide to what causes landslides and how it can affect travellers on Britain's railway services in the South of England.
Why are the south's railway lines affected by landslips?
A guide to what causes landslides and how it can affect travellers on Britain's railway services in the South of England.