Friday 13th February 2026

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Rusu, Farhan, Quan, Kola-Balogun elected to SU leadership amid low turnout

The Oxford Students’ Union (SU) has announced the results of its 2026 election.
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Oxford study projects population experiencing extreme heat to nearly double by 2050

Oxford climate researchers have published a study according to which the population experiencing extreme heat will “nearly double” by 2050.
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West Oxfordshire District Council approves plans for carbon-neutral village

The proposed development, Salt Cross Garden Village, will include 2,200 new homes.
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University overhauls undergraduate admissions exams

The University of Oxford has announced that it will discontinue Oxford-specific admissions examinations for the 2027 entry cycle. 
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