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EU countries resume administering Oxford vaccine with EMA backing

The EMA concluded that the vaccine was not associated with an increased risk of blood clots. They added they would continue to investigate whether the vaccine was associated with CVST caused by low platelet counts.

University updates guidance for Easter vacation travel

In an email sent to students, the University said that the decision to leave their term time address is one for "students to take based on their individual circumstances". However, the Government still advises that students remain in their term time accommodation "where possible".

Colleges announce vacation policies

In emails seen by Cherwell, colleges have outlined their policies for students who are resident in college at the end of Hilary term. In line with government guidance, students who wish to return home for the vacation may do so provided they have an exemption under government guidance.

University responds to latest government announcement

The University of Oxford has confirmed their plans for Trinity term, following an announcement from the government which would allow students to return after...

Professor Christine Gerrard announced as LMH interim Principal

In an email sent to LMH students, Mr Rusbridger said "She [Professor Gerrard] embodies the values of the College and will continue to further establish LMH's reputation for academic excellence, diversity and inclusion. She and I will be working closely to ensure a seamless transition when I leave."

Twelve Oxford University alumni fill roles in Biden administration

Out of 25 members of the President's cabinet, three are Oxford alumni and Rhodes scholars. A further nine hold non-cabinet leadership positions, such as White House staff.

NHS COVID app may have prevented 200,000-900,000 infections

For every person who shared their positive test result with the app, an average of 4.4 people were alerted and told to self-isolate. Most alerts occurred during the second half of December when transmission rates increased, driven by the highly transmissible B117 variant.

Children as young as six join Oxford vaccine trial

The single-blind, randomised phase II trial will include 300 volunteers. 240 participants will receive the ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine, while the remaining 60 will receive a control meningitis vaccine to act as a placebo.

The revolutionary empathy of Sound of Metal

The legendary critic Roger Ebert described film as a machine for building empathy. No other medium has the power to allow the viewer to...

JCRs and societies respond to SU President-Elect controversy

College JCRs have voted to support a Motion of No Confidence in the Student Union (SU) President-Elect Rashmi Samant following a series of social media posts which have sparked controversy. Numerous student-led groups, including the SU LGBTQ+ Campaign and the Oxford International Society, have called on her to resign and apologise.

Oxford vaccine effective against Kent variant

In a pre-print published in The Lancet, which is yet to undergo peer-review, the researchers found that the Oxford vaccine had a similar effectiveness against the Kent variant than previous variants. It was also shown to decrease the viral load in people who have been vaccinated, meaning they are less likely to infect others.

Trinity term residency requirements removed and more information about examinations given

The Pro-Vice Chancellor has set out arrangements for examinations in Trinity Term. Residency requirements will not be in place, and measures will be taken...

EU regulator approves Oxford vaccine

The European Medicines Agency has approved the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for use in adults. The vaccine is the third to be given approval from the regulator.

ONS survey finds students’ mental health has worsened since autumn 2020

Average life satisfaction, measured out of 10, has fallen by 9% to 4.8 compared to 5.3 in November. Self-reported anxiety levels remained unchanged for students, but at 5.2 out of 10 students report a statistically significantly higher level of anxiety than the general population

Oxford scientists prepare to edit vaccine to combat new variants

Initial laboratory tests indicate that the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is effective against the B117 variant which emerged in Kent. However, there are concerns that variants which emerged in Brazil and South Africa may be resistant to the vaccines being rolled out worldwide.

Supporting right-wing populists linked with climate scepticism, says Oxford study

The study combined the internet browsing history of over 9,000 participants in six countries including the USA and UK with survey data to establish whether there was a link between support for populist parties and climate scepticism.

Tuition fees to be temporarily frozen prior to review

University tuition fees for UK residents will be temporarily frozen before the government comes to a decision about whether to cut them, according to...

Covered Market remains open despite lockdown

Traders such as Bonners Oxford grocery, Cardew's coffee and tea shop, the Oxford Sandwich co. and Ben's Cookies are remaining open for in-person shopping or providing takeaway food.

New online hub raises awareness of University’s colonial past

The online hub includes details on the University's efforts to address system racism in education, including outreach programmes which aim to provide support to Black applicants at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

New College’s exempt students asked to consider withdrawing their application to return

Students have been invited to withdraw their applications by emailing the Academic Registrar before noon on Monday January 11th. After that, the college will confirm the final list of students who will be allowed to return.
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